As I type this there is an
asteroid that is hurtling in Earth's direction. It is the closest a cosmic rock has come to Earth since 1976 and it is bigger than an air craft carrier. There is no reason to fret though because, even though it will be in closer proximity than the moon, this rock will pass right by Earth. Scientists are taking this opportunity to research the characteristics of this rock in all new ways. The fact that we have the technological capabilities to be this creative and study things outside of Earth is just incredible. This opportunity is not limited to only scientists either, but anyone with a telescope that has an aperture wider than 6 inches. Scientists have already been examining this rock using radio waves but tuesday, when its at its closest distance, they will get the best data for their records.
Science has come such a long way in the past ten years, let alone the past 50. Ever since the first lunar landing in '69 people have never ceased to amaze the world with the advent of new technology. Much of this is due to the creativity that people express in making technology. Then with that technology that was so revolutionary, say a computer, people once again use technology and creativity to make another thing even more impressive, a space station. Its quite interesting to see how one days technological marvel can be tomorrow tool of invention. I hope this article and blog has inspired you as much as it has inspired me.
I agree with you about how creativity has increased drastically over the years. I mean, they're are even cameras that are so small, a microscope is needed to see them. If it wasn't for these creative advancements in technology, the world definitely wouldn't be as connected as it is now. It would take months to hear back from a person across the states if a letter is mailed to them, and news would most certainly not travel as fast as it does now.
ReplyDeleteThis is exactly the type of stuff I am inspired by, it just simply amazes me. It really makes me wonder about the future and what this world will be like when we are 40.
ReplyDeleteIt is pretty crazy to think about. Growing up a digital native we often take for granted how much technology has changed since we have been alive. When I think about how my grandparents must feel, it makes me wonder what new technologies and advancements are yet to come. I can only imagine the crazy, even unthinkable inventions that will be around when I am older.
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