One hundred kilometres above the Earth's surface lies an invisible frontier: the edge of space. This is the Karman Line, the boundary between our planet's atmosphere and what lies beyond. What does it take to cross that line?
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As the latest successes and failures come and go Mars continues to give up her secrets. Invisible clouds are revealed with ultraviolet light and the search for the source of methane continues with ExoMars.
For the ultra-wealthy, the best part of making money is avoiding taxes. Space could be an astronomical payday, but will all that profit slip by tax free?
The unique properties of space make it ideal for some world-changing and unique scientific experiments.
Between advanced satellites and tons of precious resources the future of space exploration looks to be highly profitable.
Our long-term survival on this planet depends on advanced satellites keeping us connected and keeping an eye on the Earth from orbit.
Peeling back the dusty coma via CGI, this film explores if icy comets brought water and life to Earth while tracking the threats they pose.
Our seafaring nature has translated well to the space age, seeking to sail out into the unknown in search of riches of one kind or another. While Europe and Asia continue their interest in the resource rich Moon, The United States and NASA on Mars.
The International Space Station is undoubtedly the jewel in the crown of low Earth orbit observation post, research lab and class room. Equally however there are many other assets orbiting Earth that are even more important to our everyday lives.
Launching payloads into space is a very difficult task, historically rocket launches are the proverbial 'swords into ploughshares' Missiles designed to carry atomic warheads now send satellites and probes into the solar system.
One hundred kilometres above the Earth's surface lies an invisible frontier: the edge of space. This is the Karman Line, the boundary between our planet's atmosphere and what lies beyond. What does it take to cross that line?
Cowboy hat-wearing billionaires have reasons for their multi-billion dollar investment in space exploration but it's hard to ignore how much money they stand to make.
Will it ever make sense to use outer space to offshore human pollution and waste?
Who decides the law in space? And how will it be enforced?
In this episode, we explore all the ways in which wars in space might be fought and who stands to make a pretty penny developing space-age weaponry.
This episode is different, it's about an idea, the Metaverse. The Metaverse is the successor to the internet. It will change the lives of almost every human on the planet.
Ultimate Explosions chronicles the compelling stories of explosions that have reverberated around the world.
Explore the ultimate adrenaline rush – the world's fastest and scariest thrill rides.
Ultimate Combat Helicopters offers a fascinating perspective on the technology used to create today's most powerful combat helicopters.
City squares have distinctive characters and often play a major role in enriching and enhancing the cultures of their cities.
Monuments like the Great Sphinx, Hagia Sophia and Statue of Liberty are valued for their historical, religious and national significance.
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