Here's a roundup of the latest tech news:
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1. Blue Origin NS-25 Mission Blue Origin, led by Jeff Bezos, announced the crew for its NS-25 mission, including Ed Dwight, the first Black astronaut candidate. For Indians, this mission holds significance as it might launch the first Indian space tourist, Gopi Thotakura. Interestingly, Santhosh George Kulangara was the first Indian space tourist candidate, but Thotakura is now set to take the journey.
2. Gopi Thotakura's Journey Thotakura, an entrepreneur and aviator, is part of the NS-25 mission. With a background in aviation and wellness, he aims to become the first Indian space tourist. However, Kulangara, who spent years preparing for a space trip with Virgin Galactic, was the first candidate.
3. Indian Space Explorers: While Thotakura and Kulangara aim for space, Rakesh Sharma holds the title of the first Indian astronaut, flying to the Soviet Union's Salyut-7 space station in 1984. Thotakura's NS-25 mission will last about an hour, with only a minute spent in space.
4. Origin of Heavy Elements Scientists are puzzled about the origin of heavy elements like gold and platinum. Recent research suggests that these elements might not originate from supernova explosions, contrary to previous theories. The study analyzed a gamma-ray burst called the "brightest of all time" (B.O.A.T), caused by the collapse of a neutron star, but found no signatures of heavy metals.
As we look to the stars and explore the mysteries of the universe, both in space travel and scientific research, there's much to discover and understand. Stay tuned for more updates in the world of technology and beyond!
