Sofanauts

By: Tony Smith
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  • Where Science Fiction and Technology Converge!

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Episodes
  • Challenges of Long-Duration Space Missions, Chinese Rocket Explosion, Suspicious Maneuvers by a Russian Satellite
    Jul 25 2024

    Quick updates:

    Starliner update?

    https://www.space.com/nasa-boeing-starliner-crew-flight-test-45-day-limit-extension

    Chinese rocket mishap

    https://spacenews.com/chinese-rocket-static-fire-test-results-in-unintended-launch-and-huge-explosion

    Russian spy satellite reportedly continues suspicious maneuvers - SpaceNews https://spacenews.com/russian-spy-satellite-reportedly-continues-suspicious-maneuvers/

    Canned water made from air and sunlight to hit US stores in September: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2437672-canned-water-made-from-air-and-sunlight-to-hit-us-stores-in-september/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home

    ESA’s LEGO Space Bricks: From Meteorites to Moon Bases: https://scitechdaily.com/esas-lego-space-bricks-from-meteorites-to-moon-bases


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    58 mins
  • Creepy robot technology, Synthetic Amber for DNA Storage, Multivitamins Don't Extend Lifespan
    Jul 4 2024

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    Discover the unsettling advancements in creepy robot technology, the revolutionary use of synthetic amber for DNA storage, and why multivitamins won't help you live longer. Dive into the latest scientific breakthroughs and their implications in this eye-opening video. Don't miss out – subscribe and stay informed


    In this conversation, Tony and Brian discuss various topics including a science fiction novel by China Mieville and Keanu Reeves, a robot with a smiling face made from living human skin, the comfort of the vastness of space, and China's lunar probe mission. They explore the ethical implications of using human skin on robots, the fear and fascination with the vastness of space, and the achievements and challenges in space exploration. The conversation touches on the future of space technology and the emerging space race. In this conversation, Bryan and Tony discuss various topics including spaceports, DNA storage, multivitamins, water harvesting, time on the moon, and AI design. They explore the implications and potential applications of these subjects, highlighting the importance of technological advancements and the need for further research.



    00:00

    Introduction and Science Fiction Novel

    01:26

    Living Human Skin on Robots

    10:32

    The Creepy Smiley Face in the Movie Moon

    13:20

    Finding Comfort in the Vastness of Space

    23:04

    China's Lunar Probe Mission

    25:07

    The Emerging Space Race

    27:05

    The Future of Space Technology

    27:12

    The Changing Landscape of Spaceports

    34:11

    DNA Storage: Preserving Data for Generations

    38:36

    The Controversy Surrounding Multivitamins

    43:47

    Water Harvesting: A Solution to Water Scarcity

    50:24

    Time on the Moon: A Minute Difference

    53:23

    AI Design: Unlocking New Possibilities



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    58 mins
  • Earth's Inner Core Is Slowing Down, Screenless Laptop Infinite Virtual Screens, Boeing Starliner Safety Concerns In Space
    Jun 27 2024

    In this chat, Bryan and I dive into a bunch of tech and sci-fi topics. We kick things off with the Boeing Starliner issues and brainstorm how to safely bring the astronauts back to Earth. Then we shift to geoengineering, exploring the idea of artificially cooling our planet. We also touch on the Earth's inner core slowing down and what that means. We wrap up with smart glasses, discussing their challenges and the cool possibilities they offer.

    Later, Bryan and I chat about the Fold 5 smartphone, a screenless laptop, a new weather satellite, and the Starlink Mini. Bryan loves his Fold 5, praising its versatility, despite the screen crease and weight. The screenless laptop, which uses a projector and smart glasses, sounds like a game-changer for productivity and space-saving. The NORAD GOES-U satellite aims to enhance weather and space weather forecasts, which is crucial for understanding climate change. Finally, we discuss the Starlink Mini, a portable satellite internet device perfect for remote areas, considering its applications and affordability.


    Patreon for AD Free and Extra Content: https://www.patreon.com/Sofanauts


    Boeing’s Starliner Stuck at Space Station: Unraveling Helium Leaks and Thruster Troubles: https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/06/nasa-indefinitely-delays-return-of-starliner-to-review-propulsion-data/ https://scitechdaily.com/boeings-starliner-stuck-at-space-station-unraveling-helium-leaks-and-thruster-troubles/

    Can we artificially cool the planet? A major environmental group is spending millions to find out: https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/11/24176006/solar-geoengineering-envrionmental-defense-fund

    Earth's Inner Core Really Is Slowing Down: https://www.sciencealert.com/its-official-the-rotation-of-earths-inner-core-really-is-slowing-down

    Smart Glasses https://www.roadtovr.com/meta-reality-labs-reorg-ray-ban-smart-glasses/

    Screen-less laptop https://www.zdnet.com/article/remember-the-ar-laptop-with-no-screen-its-now-better-and-cheaper-than-

    Weather Forecasting Will Never Be the Same: https://scitechdaily.com/weather-forecasting-will-never-be-the-same-noaa-goes-u-satellite-ready-to-launch/

    NASA Is Launching an 'Artificial Star' Into Orbit Around Earth. Here's Why: https://www.sciencealert.com/nasa-is-launching-an-artificial-star-into-orbit-around-earth-heres-whygf

    Starlink Mini brings space internet to backpackers: https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/21/24182970/starlink-mini-usb-power-specs-pric




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    1 hr and 10 mins

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