Aerospace
Giant Boeing 747 Is Converted Into the Largest Art Car to Ever Land at Burning Man
This original Boeing 747 dates back to 1985, but it’s been given new life in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert, where it landed for Burning Man just several days ago. The annual experiential art festival often plays host to innovative mobile exhibitions, but this converted aircraft represents the largest art car in its history, inviting attendees on board for a series of immersive, interactive engagements.
To enter the jet, everyone is invited to pass through the “insecurity checkpoint” and drop off their “emotional baggage” before revealing where they’re headed in their symbolic “journey through life.” Inside, a continuous string of parties, musical performances, and other events are tied to the theme of purposeful dreaming. The “First Class lounge” will hold daily talks with international thought leaders, while the upper deck will offer a vast view across the desert terrain.
The 747 was created by Big Imagination Foundation, a nonprofit incubator for transformative change and new creative ideas. With the support of a crowdfunding campaign, a volunteer team of over 100 artists and engineers gutted and restructured the plane, extended its length, refurbished the cockpit, and installed staircases for access. It will now continue to travel around Burning Man’s “temporary city” until the festival ends on September 5th, refashioned from “a mover of people and cargo to a mover of dreams.” However, even those who can’t make it to Nevada will be able to experience the 747 through an online virtual reality experience, currently in Beta mode, using a smartphone and Google Cardboard. You can find more information here.
source : my modern met
Aerospace
Boeing Transfers Rocket Stage to NASA, Paving Way for Human Moon Mission
Boeing has achieved a significant milestone by providing NASA with the second core stage of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.
This crucial component, crafted at NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF), is set to propel the Artemis II crew into lunar orbit, marking humanity’s return to deep space after a 50-year hiatus.
The monumental Boeing-built rocket stage, the largest element of the Artemis II mission, will embark on a journey aboard the Pegasus barge, traveling 900 miles to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.
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Upon arrival, it will be meticulously integrated with other essential Artemis II components, including the upper stage, solid rocket boosters, and NASA’s Orion spacecraft within the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building. This intricate integration process is a vital step toward the eagerly anticipated Artemis II launch, slated for 2025.
“Boeing-built products helped land humankind on the moon in 1969, and we’re proud to continue that legacy through the Artemis generation,” remarked Dave Dutcher, vice president and program manager for Boeing’s SLS program. “Together, with NASA and our industry partners and suppliers, we are building the world’s most capable rocket and paving the way to deep space through America’s rocket factory in New Orleans.”
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The delivery of Core Stage 2 marks a significant achievement in the evolution of the SLS rocket. Towering over 200 feet and powered by four RS-25 engines, this core stage, coupled with two solid-fueled booster rockets, will generate a staggering 8.8 million pounds of thrust. This immense power is crucial to launching Artemis II and future missions into the vast expanse of space.
The SLS rocket stands unparalleled in its capability to transport both crew and substantial cargo to the moon and beyond in a single launch. Its extraordinary capacity will facilitate the delivery of human-rated spacecraft, habitats, and scientific missions to destinations including the moon and Mars, ushering in a new era of space exploration.
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