Tag: Rocket

Rocket Science? Meet Quant Trading.

To those outside of finance, what quantitative traders and hedge funds do may seem like rocket science. However, although what really goes on behind the scenes may not be too complex, sometimes, it really is rocket science. So, today, we’ll be taking a dive into how Wall Street qu...

Automating Rocket League data collection

I have returned with MORE data to improve my Rocket League (RL) gameplay. I took a new data collection and analysis approach, utilizing Python and Power BI, automating most of the manual collection. I will give a general overview of my data wrangling and my thoughts along the way. If you haven&rs...

Rocket Science? Meet Quant Trading.

To those outside of finance, what quantitative traders and hedge funds do may seem like rocket science. However, although what really goes on behind the scenes may not be too complex, sometimes, it really is rocket science. So, today, we’ll be taking a dive into how Wall Street qu...

Rocket League’s Biggest Mistake Yet…

A few days ago, I came across an article stating that the video game “Rocket League” is planning to remove item trading from the game in December. Psyonix, the game developer, announced it on Twitter. I used to play Rocket League all the time, although I was never a big...

Top 10 Best PvE Rocket Launchers in Destiny 2: Season of the Witch

With the nerfing of linear fusion rifles during the start of the Lightfall year, rockets have remained a top pick for the vast majority of content. Weather it be raids, dungeons, nightfalls or even PvP, guardians can’t go wrong with a rocket in their heavy slot. But not all rockets are made...

The Rocket Effect on Earth

What would have happened if a billion people on one side of Earth decided to jump up at the same time? A ten-centimeter jump would kick the Earth in the opposite direction and displace temporarily the rock’s center of mass by roughly the size of an atomic nucleus. When the billion people ...

SpaceX and the Environment: Assessing the Ecological Footprint of Rocket Launches

Embarking on the journey of space exploration has been a dream that has captivated humanity for centuries. In the 21st century, SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk in 2002, has emerged as a pioneering force in the space industry, revolutionizing space travel with reusable rocket technology. While the accom...

Explaining Rocket Travel to Your Grandparents

Imagine hopping on a rocket and zooming across the globe in less than an hour. Sounds like sci-fi, right? Well, companies like SpaceX and Virgin Galactic are turning this into reality, aiming to cut down our travel times drastically. But here’s the kicker: this isn’t just about speed. It...

From Hours to Minutes: The Dawn of Rocket Travel

This isn’t just about faster travel; it’s a leap towards redefining human connection and business, shrinking our vast world into a neighborhood. Rockets will zip through the atmosphere, offering a glimpse of zero-gravity, making our current air travel seem like a slow boat across the oce...

The Rocket Effect on Earth

What would have happened if a billion people on one side of Earth decided to jump up at the same time? A ten-centimeter jump would kick the Earth in the opposite direction and displace temporarily the rock’s center of mass by roughly the size of an atomic nucleus. When the billion people ...

How Space X is turning rocket science into routine

In total, the company’s Falcon 9 or Falcon Heavy rockets have staged a total of 270 launches, reflecting the economies of scale and learning that can be generated. In total, in the first half of the year, SpaceX has put no less than 447 tons of materials into orbit, 80% of everything...

From N1 to Starship: The Evolution of Rocket Power

Why, you ask, did these engineers dare to dream so big, to harness the power of not one, but dozens of engines? It’s simple: more engines meant more chances to reach the sky, even if one faltered. But with the N1, this strength became its Achilles’ heel, as reliability issues and a lack ...

From N1 to Starship: The Evolution of Rocket Power

Why, you ask, did these engineers dare to dream so big, to harness the power of not one, but dozens of engines? It’s simple: more engines meant more chances to reach the sky, even if one faltered. But with the N1, this strength became its Achilles’ heel, as reliability issues and a lack ...

The Dance of the Falcon: A Ballet in the Sky

This wasn’t an ordinary fall. The Falcon 9, even in its failure, showed us the sheer power of engineering and the grace of technology under pressure. With grid fins frozen, the rocket fought, twisting and turning, battling to maintain its course. It was a moment of tension, a testament to Spac...

Explaining the Vulcan Rocket to Space Enthusiasts

The Vulcan rocket uses methalox, a cleaner, more efficient fuel, which could be a game-changer. And with its ability to carry more to space, we’re looking at a future where more satellites, more science, and more exploration is possible. It’s like ULA has taken the best parts of their ol...