Simulation
Space exploration in the backyard, on a budget – how NASA simulates conditions in space without blasting off
Space exploration in the backyard, on a budget – how NASA simulates conditions in space without blasting off NASA uses analog missions to simulate conditions in space without blasting off, allowing scientists to study human spaceflight and test techniques for future missions. Analog missions are conducted in extreme environments on Earth that replicate elements of […]
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The strangest game of the year is a channel-surfing simulator
The strangest game of the year is a channel-surfing simulator Blippo Plus is a game that defies traditional gaming conventions. The game simulates channel-surfing on an alien TV network called Blippo Plus. Players don’t “play” the game, but rather flip through channels to understand the alien culture. The channels feature FMV shows with human actors […]
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NASA Announces CHAPEA Crew for Year-Long Mars Mission Simulation
NASA Announces CHAPEA Crew for Year-Long Mars Mission Simulation NASA has announced the CHAPEA (Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog) crew for a year-long Mars mission simulation, which will provide foundational data to inform human exploration of the Moon, Mars, and beyond. The four-person crew, consisting of Ross Elder, Ellen Ellis, Matthew Montgomery, and James […]
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Astronomy has a major data problem – simulating realistic images of the sky can help train algorithms
Astronomy has a major data problem – simulating realistic images of the sky can help train algorithms Astronomers are facing a major data problem due to the vast amount of images collected by large telescopes, which can’t be analyzed individually. The PhoSim project aims to simulate realistic fake astronomical images to help train algorithms and […]
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Johnson’s Paige Whittington Builds a Symphony of Simulations
Johnson’s Paige Whittington Builds a Symphony of Simulations Paige Whittington, a NASA engineer, combines her passion for music and space exploration by developing simulations to inform human spaceflight decisions. As a principal flutist for Purdue University’s Wind Ensemble, Whittington learned the importance of harmonization and teamwork, skills she now applies to her work as a […]
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Real-world map data is helping make better games about farms and transportation
Real-world map data is helping make better games about farms and transportation City Bus Manager uses OpenStreetMap (OSM) data to populate its maps, providing a realistic setting for players. The game allows players to build and manage bus routes, aiming to provide efficient public transportation services to city residents. City Bus Manager is part of […]
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