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Eclipses are fascinating astronomical events that occur when the Earth, the Moon, and the Sun align in a specific way. There are two main types of eclipses: solar eclipses and lunar eclipses. Solar Eclipse: This happens when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking out the Sun's light and casting a shadow on the Earth. There are three types of solar eclipses: total, partial, and annular, depending on the alignment and apparent size of the Moon. Lunar Eclipse: This occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to fall on the Moon. Lunar eclipses can be total, partial, or penumbral, depending on how deeply the Moon enters the Earth's shadow. The Saros cycle is an important concept related to eclipses. It's a period of approximately 18 years and 11 days (or 223 synodic months), after which similar eclipses occur. During a Saros cycle, the Sun, Earth, and Moon return to approximately the same relative geometry. However, each successive eclipse in a Saros series occurs about 8 hours later in the day, and the path of totality shifts slightly towards the poles. This cycle is significant because it allows astronomers to predict eclipses. Once an eclipse occurs, another similar eclipse will happen 18 years and 11 days later. This pattern repeats in a series known as a Saros series, with each series lasting for several centuries. Understanding the Saros cycle helps astronomers predict the timing, duration, and characteristics of future eclipses, which is crucial for both scientific research and public interest. #astronomy#solareclipse2024#aerospace#sciencefacts

NASA Rockets Set to Probe the Moon's Shadow During the Upcoming Eclipse... As the Moon wedges itself between Earth and Sun, temporarily dimming the day’s light over parts of our planet, three rockets will take to the skies to observe how those brief moments of darkness affect Earth’s upper atmosphere. On April 8, NASA will launch three sounding rockets from NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia to study the disturbances in the ionosphere during the solar eclipse. The rockets will launch at three different times; 45 minutes before, during, and 45 minutes after the peak time of the eclipse, according to NASA. #technology#NASA#solarsystem#solareclipse

Elon Musk Says Tesla Robotaxi Will Be Unveiled On August 8 Despite History of Broken Promises.. #technology#elonmusk#tesla

𝗕𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝘆𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗙𝗹𝘆 #technology#BDTech#technologynews

Why is the Black Hornet drone so expensive? #engineering#aerospace#technology

Why is the Black Hornet drone so expensive? #engineering#aerospace#technology

ULA Delays the Final Launch of Its 'Most Metal' Rocket Due to Liquid Pump Failure... #aerospace #tecknology #Rocket

India’s Dive into the Deep Blue! India's quest for discovery knows no bounds! Following the success of Chandrayaan-3, which landed on the Moon's South Pole, we are now preparing for an exciting excursion into the depths of the ocean with the pioneering 'Samudrayaan' mission. Mission overview: The 'Samudrayaan' will travel 6 kilometers deep into the ocean, guided by the pioneering 'MATSYA 6000' submersible, created at the National Institute of Ocean Technology in Chennai. This mission is more than just exploration; it is also about understanding and protecting our unique marine ecosystems. Scientific Goals: With three humans on board, our aim is to perform a comprehensive investigation of deep-sea resources and assess marine biodiversity. This project, according to the Ministry of Earth Sciences, directed by the visionary Kiren Rijiju, aims to provide ground-breaking insights into the deep ocean. Let us cheer on our scientists and explorers as they venture into the unknown, creating history with each dive! #Samudrayaan #MATSYA6000 #Blue Economy #Exploration #IndiaInnovates