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garbagefarm · 1 year

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Mutucule Farm (#8)

2023-02-06, session #8 of Mutucule Farm!

cast:

me (@mothmute, strong as a bodybuilder)

Belle (@snacco, strong as a bulldozer)

Cam (@amanita-spore, strong as a gorilla)

Erin (@salamand3rin, strong as a gym teacher)

Highlights include, but are not limited to:

Erin doing cool slides with her watering can

(She got a Poseidon boon and/or heelies)

Building a silo behind the barn

I forgot to include in last time’s next time that we had a quest to collect and recycle trash!! #trashquest2023!!

aaand I get probably my longest streak of consecutive fish-catches, nary a soggy newspaper or broken glasses to be found

oops, all fish

synchronizing the corn

Erin murdered a pumpkin :(

Everybody’s invited to my bed (but not by me)

RIP Erin, guess the pumpkins got their revenge

We get a shed built, after a great deal of ... shednanigans.

Robin and I holding each other hostage until 8PM when the offending chest finally gets cleaned out and removed

The campfire and torches still going strong in the rain, they’ve got a gas line

I put my pickaxe in the shop, ask about borrowing one

Cam murdered a pumpkin :( Right in front of me :(

(I have now confiscated the murder weapon)

Choice of community quest: provide Gus with a bunch of Eggs (when we don’t have a coop), OR go rummage through the caves to find the elusive prismatic slime for the Wizard.

yeah, Wizard quest it is.

Belle stands accused of cow crimes after milking them while they’re sleeping

Party at Erin’s place!

Town fair!!

Penny is too lucky for gambling

Emily wishes she were a clown

Vincent is trying out to be a cow

I get an 82 at slingshot sports with a 2x multiplier

Cam gambles (cambles) and loses everything

We all test our strength, results up in the dramatis personae

It’s a year 1 grange, it isn’t gonna be great

(103, first place! take that, Pierre!)

After getting first place in the grange, Cam goes all-in on orange ... and wins!

Gambling man trolls me all day

Erin cleans him out, gets a fedora

Meanwhile, Belle and Cam talk shit about the squished kid at the festival

Belle callout post: breathing

At long last, I get the star points for the stardrop!!

I give Belle a jumpscare at the mystery tent

$$$ Pumpkin bux!!! $$$

Steel pickaxe is done!

dang, I realized at the end of the session that I’d been slacking on romance.

TO-DO:

Continue hunting Prismatic Slime for the Wizard!

Start organizing the new shed and moving things inside!!

Coop, begin birds???

Big Barn????

Second Barn?????

Upgrades??????

also, use my new pickaxe to clean up the boulders

Romance!!!!!!!

#stardew valley #mutucule farm

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yhwhrulz · 4 months

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Today's Daily Encounter Friday, January 26, 2024

Facing the Giant

"Your servant has killed both the lion and the bear; this uncircumcised Philistine will be like one of them, because he has defied the armies of the living God. The Lord who rescued me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will rescue me from the hand of this Philistine. Saul said to David, 'Go, and the Lord be with you.'"1

Of all the great narratives we read in the Old Testament, the thrilling story of David and Goliath remains one of the most powerful and impactful. Imagine David, the shepherd boy, approaching the three-meter giant, carrying a sling and five smooth stones in his pocket, and entering the battlefield.

I imagine David stepping forward and explaining to King Saul how he planned to defeat Goliath. Before even facing the Philistine enemy, David had to fight his way through battles more familiar to him such as the scorn of detractors and the objections of his brothers.

At first glance, David was terribly unfit for the task of confronting Goliath and defeating him. It was not a fair fight, but with God's support, Goliath was not David's rival, but the Lord's because he was at his side. David's courage and confidence are compelling. God's faithfulness in private gave David the conviction that God would come to his defense in public. Defeating the lion and the bear involved private victories that no one had ever seen or heard.

David was not worried or distracted by the size of the giant in front of him, because he already knew that in his previous struggles the size of God was unrivaled.

The question is not whether the giants will appear before us, but whether we will have the courage to shoot our slingshot and use what we have when the challenge comes. Simply put, when the giant appears, will we trust the size of our God more than the size of our problem?

You may imagine David on the battlefield, moving forward hesitantly, frightened, and trembling. Maybe you're right to think so. Faith is not the absence of fear, but the presence of Christ in the midst of all the fears we face. When God is on our side, the fight is decided, and we can be sure that He will give us victory.

David's trust in God was well-founded and proven, and ours will be as well. Where human strength fails, God's power is revealed.

Worry and fear are no match for the Lord of Heaven, and David's experience shows us that God has a history of helping his children take aim and hit the mark.

If David could defeat Goliath with a single stone from his slingshot, think of the power of God that has been prepared for you!

Suggested Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I recognize that I am overwhelmed by the giants in my life and forget that you have given me the special power to fight the battles with what you have placed in my hands. Strengthen my trust in you so that I can use my gifts and determination to bring down the giants that threaten me. In Jesus' name, Amen.

1 Samuel 17:36-37 (NVI).

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orbeezpick · 1 year

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Do Orbeez Guns Hurt? Everything You Need to Know [2023]

Orbeez guns have become quite popular in recent years. These fun toys are designed to shoot out colorful, squishy orbs that expand in water, creating a fun sensory experience for children and adults alike. But, with any toy that involves projectiles, there is always the concern of potential harm. Do Orbeez guns hurt? In this article, we’ll explore the answer to this question and provide you with everything you need to know about the safety of Orbeez guns.

What are Orbeez guns?

Orbeez guns are toys that shoot out Orbeez, which are small, colorful polymer balls that expand in water. They are designed to provide a fun sensory experience for children and adults. Orbeez guns are available in different shapes and sizes, and they can be purchased in toy stores or online.

How do Orbeez guns work?

Orbeez guns work by using air pressure to shoot out Orbeez. They usually come with a small plastic container filled with Orbeez and a manual pump. The Orbeez are loaded into the gun, and then the pump is used to build up air pressure. Once the pressure is high enough, the trigger is pulled, and the Orbeez are shot out of the gun.

Do Orbeez Guns Hurt or Safe?

Orbeez guns are generally considered safe toys. However, there are some potential risks associated with using them, which we’ll discuss in the next section. What are the potential risks associated with Orbeez guns? The primary risk associated with Orbeez guns is the potential for choking. Orbeez are small, and if they are ingested, they can pose a choking hazard, especially for young children. Additionally, if Orbeez are shot at high speeds, they could cause injury or damage to eyes or other sensitive body parts.

Can Orbeez guns cause injury?

While Orbeez guns are generally safe, they can cause injury if they are not used properly. If Orbeez are shot at high speeds, they can cause injury or damage to eyes or other sensitive body parts. Additionally, if Orbeez are ingested, they can pose a choking hazard, especially for young children.

How to use Orbeez guns safely?

To use Orbeez guns safely, it’s important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully. Always use the recommended amount of Orbeez, and make sure to load them into the gun correctly. Never shoot Orbeez at other people or animals, and make sure to use eye protection when playing with Orbeez guns. Finally, it’s important to supervise children while they are playing with Orbeez guns to ensure they are using them safely.

What age is appropriate for using Orbeez guns?

Orbeez guns are generally recommended for children ages 5 and up. However, it’s important to keep in mind that every child is different, and parents should use their judgment when deciding whether their child is ready to play with Orbeez guns.

How to choose a safe Orbeez gun?

When choosing an Orbeez gun, it’s important to look for a model that has been tested and certified as safe by a recognized organization, such as the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Additionally, it’s important to read reviews from other users to see if there have been any reported issues with the product.

Are there any alternatives to Orbeez guns?

Yes, there are several alternatives to Orbeez guns that provide a similar sensory experience without the potential risks. One option is to simply play with Orbeez in a sensory bin, without the use of a gun. Another option is to use a water balloon launcher or a slingshot to shoot water balloons instead of Orbeez.

How to clean Orbeez guns?

Cleaning Orbeez guns is a relatively simple process. First, make sure to remove any remaining Orbeez from the gun. Then, disassemble the gun according to the manufacturer’s instructions, and wash each part in warm soapy water. Rinse the parts thoroughly and let them air dry before reassembling the gun.

Conclusion

So, do Orbeez guns hurt? While Orbeez guns are generally considered safe toys, there are some potential risks associated with using them, particularly if they are not used properly. By following the manufacturer’s instructions carefully and using common sense, you can ensure that your child has a safe and fun experience with their Orbeez gun. Read the full article

#DoOrbeezGunsHurt #doorbeezgunssafe

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saltlakehardcoreshows · 1 year

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2023

December 9 - The Beehive - Pain of Truth, Momentum, Torena, Witness Chamber

November 25 - Metro Music Hall (21+) - Quicksand

November 22 - Kilby Court - Dying Wish, Boundaries, Foreign Hands, Roman Candle

November 18 - Urban Lounge (21+) - Frozen Soul, 200 Stab Wounds, Judiciary, Tribal Gaze

November 18 - Yr Mom's House - Mummy, Johnny Baseball, Absolved, Antho Z, goodtears

November 14 - The Beehive - Harm’s Way, Angel Dust, Candy, Fleshwater, Ingrown, Jivebomb, Mary Jane Dunphe, Bobo

November 11 - Metro Music Hall (21+) - Triphammer, Villain, Run Into The Sun, Absolved

November 8 - Ace's High (21+) - FEA, P.S. Destroy This, Fight The Future

November 7 - The Depot - Dying Fetus, The Acacia Strain, Despised Icon, Creeping Death

November 5 - House of Blooz - Bootcamp, Beome, Close Call, Dirty Hands, Kratom

November 3 - The Beehive - Split Image, Slingshot, Ribbons, Exponential Rat

October 22 - WILD WEST FEST II - Soundwell - Sunami, Dead Heat, Vamachara, Dare, Simulakra, Extinguish, Mongrel, Torena, Prowl, Condition One, Hold My Own, End of Dayz, Mask

October 21 - WILD WEST FEST II Pre-Show - Industry - Big Boy, Outta Pocket, Twist of Cain, Two Guns, Absolved

October 21 - Ace’s High Saloon (21+) - Cro-Mags, Brat, Denial of Life

October 20 - Ace’s High Saloon (21+) - Overdose, Necrowolf, Bonestorm

October 18 - The Beehive - Spy, Toner, Trauma Ray, Mask, Ribbons

October 13 - The Beehive - Scowl, Militarie Gun, Big Laugh, Mask

October 12 - Kilby Court - Hardcore Halloween - Spent as Down to Nothing, Portraits as Foundation, Service Weapon as Backtrack, Mummy as System of a Down

October 4 - Ace's High Saloon (21+) - Askum, Resistant Culture, All Systems Fail, Narc

October 3 - Kilby Court - Comeback Kid, Stick To Your Guns, Orthodox, Spirit World

October 3 - Salt City Seamers - Anxious, Sunsleeper, Second Guess

October 7 - The Depot - Cannibal Corpse, Mayhem, Gorguts

October 7 - Saltair - Knocked Loose, Motionless in White, After the Burial, Alphawolf

September 30 - House of Blooz - Garg, Beome, Kratom, Sloppage, Dysentary, Lovelace, Bittersweet

September 29 - Ace’s High Saloon (21+) - Slapshot, Sheer Terror, Skullcrack

September 23 - The Beehive - Bandit, Livid, Rank and Vile, Ribbons, Narc

September 21 - Salt City Seamers - Stateside, Montclair, And One

September 15 - Ace’s High Saloon (21+) - Eyehategod, Goatwhore, Cancer Christ

September 11 - Urban Lounge (21+) - Teenage Wrist, Spiritual Cramp, Initiate

September 8 - Kilby Court - Soul Glo, Zulu, Playytime

August 27 - DLC (21+) - Decayer, Saltwound, Inferiors

August 26 - Black Lung Society - Dispersed, Snuff Tape, Zodiac Killer, Bound, Infernium

August 26 - Metro Music Hall - Crucial Fest - Will Haven, Run Into The Sun, Rile, Whores, The Otolith, Worship, Baby Gurl, Swarmer

August 24 - Black Lung Society - Mugshot, No Cure, Honor Code, Portraits, Service Weapon

August 24 - 752S 900W - World Peace, Terror Cell Unit, Betty, Dysentary

August 22 - Liquid Joe’s (21+) - No Bragging Rights, Snuff Tape, Spent, Low Life

August 21 - Black Lung Society - Bodybox, Snuffed on Sight, Corpse Pile, Zodiac Killer,

August 19 - Black Lung Society - Mummy, Spent, Service Weapon, Inferium

August 14 - Yr Mom’s House - Florida Man, Organ Trail, Fight the Future, Narc

August 11 - Black Lung Society - Misery Whip, Slime, Impact, Honor Code, Mummy

August 10 - Kilby Court - Gel, Truth Cult, And One

August 7 - Black Lung Society - Arid, Infuriate, Grim Earth, Narc

August 2 - Yr Mom’s House - Grim Earth, Narc, Ribbons, All Systems Fail

July 30 - Haus of Blooz - Fashion Change, Mulng, Greebler, Mutie

July 29 - Yr Mom’s House - Widowdusk, Portraits, Campghost, Fever Dream

July 29 - DLC (21+) - Snuff Tape, Debrider, Johnny Baseball

July 26 - Beehive - Absolved, Snuff Tape, Mummy, Tainted Ink

July 24 - Salt City Seamers - Momentum, Repulse, Zodiac Killer

July 22 - Black Lung Society - Anklebiter, Portraits, Johnny Baseball

July 16 - Yr Mom’s House - Kind Eyes, Honor Code, Nil 0, Mid

July 15 - DLC (21+) - Filth Lords, All Systems Fail, Goatsifter

July 15 - Haus of Blooz - Fall Children, Mocosos, Greebler, Total Cereal, Youth Group

July 14 - Yr Mom’s House - Xui, Narc, Andone, Ribbons, Nude Consumer

July 12 - Black Lung Society - Fatal Wounds, Service Weapon, Zodiac Killer, Primal Impulse

July 8 - Beehive - Mandalore, Absolved, Bound, Social Stigma

July 8 - People’s Palace - Travel in Mass, Infernium, Bound, Ribbons

July 2 - Yr Mom’s House - Zodiac Killer, Service Weapon, Portraits, Honor Code

June 30 - Kilby Court - P.S. Destroy This, Plum Vision, Hey Chels, Body Horror

June 27 - Black Lung Society - Snuff Tape, Dragged Out, In Rapture, No Jure

June 22 - Beehive - Mocosos, Rade, Cutthroat Youth, Merked

June 22 - Black Lung Society - Sentenced 2 Die, Blood Tithe, Dissociate

June 15 - Black Lung Society - Initiate, Mask, Spent, You’re The Worst, Mariel Croft & The Spaghetti Boys

June 14 - Beehive - Flashback, Snuff Tape, Johnny Baseball, Bound

June 12 - Metro Music Hall (21+) - Zao, Body Void, Mouth for War, godcollider

June 11 - Ace’s High Saloon - Jerome’s Dream, Elizabeth Color Wheel, Portal to the God Damn Blood Dimension, Last

June 3 - Kilby Court - Absolved, Spent, Run Into The Sun, Portraits, Love Lace, Ribbons, Lich, Exponential Rat

June 2 - Beehive - Jivebomb, Plague Dogs, Sunsleeper, Mannequin Twin

May 23 - Ace’s (21+) - Victim of Fire, Social Stigma

May 21 - Ace’s (21+) - No/Mas, Goro, Snuff Tape, Birthvoid

May 19 - Haus of Blooz - Stolen, Betty, Mocosos, Dysentary

May 17 - Yr Mom’s House - The Lousy, Ribbons, Mulng, Total Cereal

May 16 - The Depot - Terror, The Black Dahlia Murder, Frozen Soul, Fuming Mouth, Phobophilic

May 14 - Soundwell - Unearth, Upon A Burning Body, 156/Silence

May 13 - The Complex - Obituary, Immolation, Blood Incantation, Ingrown

May 10 - TBD - Spy, Fentanyl, JAD

April 29 - Sixes - Pocatello, Idaho - Outlet, Crow Killer, Run Into The Sun, Dirt Feeder, Godbone

April 29 - GENERAL VIOLENCE CONFERENCE

April 28 - The Beehive - Benefit for Volunteers of America, UT Youth Resource Center, Snuff Tape, Portraits, Mask, Reject, Service Weapon

April 27 - The DLC at Quarters (21+) - HIRS Collective, TBD

April 24 - Metro Music Hall (21+) - Every Avenue, Make Out, Unwell, NVM

April 22 - The Depot - Carcass, Municipal Waste, Scared Reich, Creeping Death

April 21 - The Complex - Vein.fm, City Morgue

April 19 - Wild Pepper - Torena, Witness Chamber, Absolved, Recidivist, Portraits

April 14 - Your Mom’s House - Dry Socket, Fight the Future, Run Into The Sun, Ribbons, Narc, Portraits

April 13 - Insight x Iceburn, Search, Seven Daggers x Waterfront, Villains x Reality

April 11 - Black Lung - The Cutthroats, Sawza, Dysmorphia, Spent, Snuff Tape, Love Lace

Aprill 11 - Urban Lounge (21+) - Knoll, God is War, Suffocater, Shadow of Preachers

April 5 - The Beehive - Examinate, Rile, No Jure

April 2 - Yr Mom’s House - XSavageX, Filth Eternal, Narc, Betty, Total Cereal

April 1 - Kilby Court - Honor Code (members of Snake Eyez), Snuff Tape, A Traitor’s Last Breath

March 31 - Black Lung - Spent, Social Stigma, Absolved, Violent Unrest

March 28 - The Beehive - Prowl, Dose, Mask, Service Weapon

March 23 - TBD - Serration, A Mourning Star

March 20 - Ace’s High Saloon (21+) - Vomit Forth, Upon Stone

March 20 - Beehive - Mired, Snuff Tape, Fight the Future, Wasatch Pine

March 18 - The Beehive - Graveway, Absolved, Lonehand, Reject

March 17 - The Beehive - Psychic Death, Ribbons, Bad Mouth, Gonk, Ack!

March 15 - The Complex - The Acacia Strain, Fit For An Autopsy, Full of Hell, Primitive Man

March 11 - Soundwell - Show Me The Body, Jesus Piece, Scowl, TrippJones

March 11 - Beehive - N8NOFACE

March 8 - The Beehive - Drug Church, Prince Daddy & The Hyena, Anxious, Webbed Wing

March 7 - The Beehive - Sunami, No Empire, Victim to None, Recidivist

March 4 - Ace’s High (21+) - Snuff Tape EP Release, Narc, Threar, Spent

March 3 - The Beehive - Fuckskin, Portraits, Rile, Hemwick

February 28 - Metro Music Hall (21+) - Suffocation, Harvest of Ash, Necropsy, Recidivist

February 24 - Black Lung Society - Absolved, Narc, Teratoma, Bone Haus, Eardrums

February 18 - The Depot - Viagra Boys, Spiritual Cramp

February 18 - Black Lung Society - Suffocater, Dehorn, Ribbons, Satyre

February 18 - Ace’s High Saloon (21+) - P.S. Destroy This, The Zissous, Saved by Sex

February 17 - The Beehive - Spent, Sleep Cult, You’re the Worst EP Release Show, Johnny Baseball

February 12 - The Beehive - Mugger, Violent Unrest, Bound

February 4 - Kilby Court - P.S. Destroy This, Fuckskin, Narc, Threar

January 28 - The Beehive - Absolved, Mandalore, Recidivist, Portraits

January 28 - Willie’s Lounge (21+) - Violent Unrest

January 24 - Your Mom’s House - Livid, Mandalore, Bound, Skullfuck

January 21 - Kilby Court - Candy, Bib, Division of Doubt, Narc

January 21 - Metro Music Hall (21+) - Anonymous, Marine Corpse, All Systems Fail, Mainliners, Bad Mouth

January 14 - The Beehive - Vamachara, Momentum, Absolved, Mask

January 7 - The Beehive - Mexican Coke, Johnnascus, Shock Treatment, Reelflip, Mocosos, Mulng

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roboticsappreciationsociety · 5 years

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NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft has finally arrived at its destination: a lumpy, diamond-shaped space rock orbiting the Sun between Earth and Mars.

"We've been trying to catch up with the asteroid for two years," said Heather Enos, the mission's deputy investigator from the University of Arizona.

Launched in 2016, the bus-sized spacecraft has travelled more than 2 billion kilometres to reach the asteroid known as 101955 Bennu.

It's taken the long way around to save energy, using a flyby past Earth to slingshot it into the asteroid's orbit.

On its way, the spacecraft sent back its first images in August, and since then, the asteroid's shape and surface have started to become clearer.

Now it's arrived, the spacecraft will start work mapping the asteroid's surface.

Over the next three weeks, hovering about 7 km above the surface, the craft will take high-resolution images and get preliminary data about the asteroid's mass, spin rate and shape.

Then, for the next 18 months, it will explore every nook and cranny of Bennu, searching for an ideal spot between the rocks to collect a sample of space dust to bring back to Earth in 2023.

What's so special about Bennu?

Bennu was chosen by NASA from more than 500,000 known asteroids.

To start off with, it had to be close enough to get to.

Bennu is one of 7,000 near-Earth objects. Not only is it close to us, it has an orbit that is similar to ours, which makes it easier for a spacecraft to go into orbit.

Around 500 metres in diameter, it is just one of 26 asteroids with the perfect size.

Asteroids less than 200 metres in diameter rotate so quickly that it would be difficult for the spacecraft to keep up.

"We will get up close and personal with Bennu and match its rotation state, so it's important that it's not rotating too quickly," Ms Enos said.

There would also be less chance of scooping up material from the surface of a smaller asteroid, she added.

"[Bennu] should maintain much of its material because it's not spinning so quickly," she said.

"So size is a big deal."

And its dark colour indicates it's one of just five asteroids that may contain a lot of organic compounds.

"Bennu is like a time capsule of the elements and composition of things that were preserved in the early solar system," Ms Enos said.

That not only makes it a record of our early solar system, but an interesting target for mining in the future.

"It could be an opportunity for agencies such as NASA or private industries to be able to determine whether or not they could go to such an asteroid and extract the resources necessary to create fuel, for example," she explained.

Studying Bennu could also give us information about the threat posed by near-Earth asteroids.

Ms Enos said Bennu is classified as a potentially hazardous asteroid.

It's too small to wipe out life, according to calculations by the team, but it would cause a major natural disaster with damage for hundreds of kilometres around the impact site.

The OSIRIS-Rex mission will measure how solar wind affects the asteroid's trajectory, a phenomenon known as the Yarkovsky effect.

Ms Enos said direct observation of this effect will help scientists update the probability of Bennu, as well as any other potential asteroids, hitting the Earth.

How will the spacecraft collect space dust?

OSIRIS-REx is short for Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification, Security-Regolith Explorer.

On board the spacecraft are a suite of cameras and an altimeter to provide detailed images of the asteroid's surface, and tools that map chemical composition and temperature.

For the next month, OSIRIS-REx will do three flybys over Bennu's poles and equator, measuring the asteroid's mass, spin rate and shape down to a resolution of 75 centimetres.

Once NASA has this information pinned down, they will put the spacecraft in a series of orbits that match the rotation of the asteroid.

The spacecraft will inch closer and closer to the surface of the asteroid over time, as it zeros in on a target spot.

"We have to get a site that has the right tilt and has the right sample and grain size," Ms Enos explained.

They will also need to find a spot that is no more than 75 degrees Celsius to ensure the chemical compounds in the sample are preserved in pristine condition.

In mid-2020, the craft will descend slowly towards the surface and stretch out a "touch and go" robotic arm that contains a camera and dust collector.

"OSIRIS-REx will very slowly descend to the surface about 10 centimetres per second, touch the asteroid for less than five seconds," Ms Enos explained.

"As we are descending and doing our touch we'll use a burst of compressed nitrogen gas to mobilise the asteroid surface."

They'll use the camera on the arm to decide whether the dust collector has sucked in enough space dirt.

Ideally, they'd like to get enough dirt in one go, she said, but they have enough nitrogen to try three times.

After the spacecraft collects the sample, it will need to wait another six months before beginning its two-year journey home.

So far, so good...

Already the team are happy with what they've seen.

"Bennu is not as rocky as Ryugu," Ms Enos said.

Ryugu is another near-Earth asteroid, which is being orbited by the Japanese spacecraft Hayabusa 2.

Earlier this year the Japanese mission placed three robots on Ryugu, but plans for the spacecraft itself to touchdown on the asteroid's rocky surface and collect a soil sample have been delayed.

#planets and asteroids #robot #robotics #NASA #OSIRIS-REx #asteroid #Bennu

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Our Asteroid-Bound Mission is Set to Slingshot Around Earth

NASA’s first spacecraft to travel to an asteroid will get a boost from Earth tomorrow, Sept. 22.

Earth's gravity is going to slingshot OSIRIS-REx toward its target, an asteroid named Bennu.

Asteroids are relatively small, inactive, rocky bodies that orbit around the Sun. Scientists think asteroids like Bennu may have collided with Earth a long time ago, seeding our planet with the organic compounds that made life possible. That means that there's a good chance Bennu contains answers to fundamental questions about the origins of life and how our solar system came to be. We sent OSIRIS-REx on a journey to investigate.

One of the best ways to change the trajectory of a spacecraft is by using the gravity of a planet or large moon to catapult it. It sounds like science fiction, but this type of maneuver, called a gravity assist, is a fuel-efficient way of traveling through space.

We’re not using the slingshot to speed the spacecraft, we’re doing it to change its direction. That’s because the asteroid’s orbit is tilted six degrees in comparison to Earth's orbit. When OSIRIS-REx swings by, Earth's gravity will lift it up and sling it toward Bennu.

Spot the spacecraft

Because at its closest approach OSIRIS-REx will only be 11,000 miles above Earth, you can see it with a backyard telescope. For most observers, the spacecraft will appear between the constellations Cetus and Pisces, but its exact position in the sky will vary by location.

For specifics on locating and photographing OSIRIS-REx, visit our Spot the Spacecraft page.

Wave to OSIRIS-REx

After its closest approach, OSIRIS-REx flip around and look back at Earth, so here's your chance to say hello! Take a picture of yourself or your group waving to OSIRIS-REx. Then share your photo using the hashtag #HelloOSIRISREx and tag the mission account on Twitter @OSIRISREx or Instagram @OSIRIS_REx.

To Bennu and back

In about a year from now, OSIRIS-REx will arrive at asteroid Bennu.

After it surveys and maps Bennu, OSIRIS-REx will "high-five" the asteroid with its robotic arm to collect a sample, which it will send to Earth. This asteroid sample will be the largest amount of space material transported to Earth since we brought back rocks from the Moon. High-fives all around!

If everything goes according to plan, on Sept. 24, 2023, the capsule containing the asteroid sample will make a soft landing in the Utah desert. That’s the end of the spacecraft’s seven-year-long journey to Bennu and back.

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But the mission doesn't stop there. On Earth, the sample material collected by OSIRIS-REx will be analyzed to determine the asteroid's chemical composition. Scientists will look for organic compounds like amino acids and sugars — the building blocks for life.

Bennu is approximately 4.5 billion years old. Our solar system is 4.6 billion years old. That means that Bennu is made up of some of the oldest stuff in our solar system. So samples from Bennu could tell us more about how our solar system evolved and possibly even how life began on Earth! Learn more about asteroid Bennu, the OSIRIS-REx mission and the Earth gravity assist.

Follow the mission on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates.

Make sure to follow us on Tumblr for your regular dose of space: http://nasa.tumblr.com.

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Agriculture Market Growth Factors, Applications, Regional Analysis and Forecasts by 2023

JUNE 08, 2020: The global Precision Farming market size is anticipated to reach USD 10.23 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is expected to register a CAGR of 14.2% over the forecast period. Precision farming, also known as site-specific crop management or satellite farming, is a farm management concept that uses information technology to ensure optimum health and productivity of crops. The precision farming technique largely depends on specialized equipment such as sensing devices, antennas and access points, and automation and control system. It also involves maintenance services and managed services. Additionally, it incorporates a broad range of technologies such as bio-engineering, robotics and automation, imagery and sensors, and big data.

Growing number of applications for telematics in agriculture is anticipated to drive the demand for precision farming over the projected period. Telematics services include tracking devices using Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) to show the position of the equipment for management purposes. Major manufacturers of agriculture equipment are adopting telematics services for their equipment to improve farm efficiency, thereby reducing the cost of agricultural operations and maximizing profitability. Additionally, improved management can help reduce environmental impact.

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Telematics technology is used to capture and transfer data from the farm equipment through sensors installed on tractors and other field monitoring equipment. The increasing adoption of telematics systems by agricultural equipment companies is expected to drive growth of the precision farming market.

With advancements in GPS guidance and automation, drones are poised to transform the agriculture industry. The ability of drones to precisely analyze the soil at the beginning of the crop cycle and detect a plant infected with bacteria or fungus is anticipated to lead to the growth of the drone segment.

The Connected Farm application of Trimble Inc. uses cellular and wireless technology to share records from field images for crop scouting reports. Additionally, the company’s Farm Works software is used to manage the data transferred from farm equipment. On the other hand, Raven Industries, Inc. provides a telematics service called Slingshot. The service uses cellphone networks to enable data transfer as well as offer real-time kinematic GPS signals and technical support in the farm field. It also enables users to track the location of their vehicle.

However, the low rate of technology adoption among farmers is likely to hamper the market growth over the forecast period. This may be due to factors such as absence of stringent standards and limitations on the exchange of data. Furthermore, farmers lack independent consulting and advisory services owing to the absence of validated agronomic models for Variable Rate Technology (VRT) to make decisions on investments. In addition, independent services are not linked to co-operatives, government bodies, and farmer’s associations where farmers can get additional information to make improved decisions.

Further key findings from the report suggest:

• Increasing government support for adopting modern agricultural techniques and growing need for efficiently monitoring the health of crops are expected to drive the market

• Services segment is expected to portray a significant CAGR CAGR of 16.0% during the forecast period

• Cloud-based software model is anticipated to gain significant market share over the projected period as it reduces energy consumption and provides storage for large amount of data while facilitating cost saving

• Innovations in GPS mapping and related farming applications are enabling farmers to operate more efficiently and increase their profit margins

• Demand for drones is expected to grow in the agriculture field as they are increasingly used in monitoring irrigation systems

• Yield monitoring finds wide applications in soil monitoring as it helps detect the properties of soil for increasing yields

• Digital revolution in the agricultural sector, along with government financial incentives to farms, is likely to drive demand in the Europe precision farming market in the forthcoming years

• Asia Pacific is expected to witness the fastest growth owing to the availability of the largest agricultural land, which provides growth opportunities in countries such as China, India, Australia, and Japan

• Key market players include Agribotix LLC (U.S.); Deere & Company (U.S.); SST Development Group, Inc. (U.S.); Farmers Edge, Inc. (Canada); and Granular, Inc. (U.S.)

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope

1.1. Research Methodology

1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions

1.3. List of Data Sources

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

2.1. Precision Farming - Industry Snapshot & Key Buying Criteria, 2014 - 2025

Chapter 3. Industry Outlook

3.1. Market Segmentation & Scope

3.2. Precision Farming Market Size and Growth Prospects

3.3. Precision Farming - Value Chain Analysis

3.4. Market Dynamics

3.4.1. Market driver analysis

3.4.1.1. Growing awareness of precision farming

3.4.1.2. Challenges involved in agricultural work

3.4.1.3. Growing awareness of the benefits of agriculture drones

3.4.1.4. Growing government support for the adoption of modern agricultural methods

3.4.2. Market restraint analysis

3.4.2.1. High initial capital investment

3.4.3. Market challenge analysis

3.4.3.1. Scarcity of trained farmers

3.4.3.2. Lack of technology adoption among farmers

3.4.4. Market opportunity analysis

3.4.4.1. Growing application of telematics in agriculture

3.5. Key Opportunities - Prioritized

3.6. Precision Farming- Key Company Analysis, 2015

3.6.1. Key company analysis, 2015

3.6.2. Precision farming key start-up analysis

3.7. Industry Analysis - Porter’s

3.8. Precision Farming- PEST Analysis

Chapter 4. Precision Farming Market: Offering Estimates & Trend Analysis

4.1. Precision Farming Market: Offering Analysis

4.1.1. Hardware market estimates and forecasts, 2014 - 2025 (USD Million)

4.1.1.1. Automation and control systems market estimates and forecasts, 2014 - 2025 (USD Million)

4.1.1.1.1. Drones market estimates and forecasts, 2014 - 2025 (USD Million)

4.1.1.1.2. Application control devices market estimates and forecasts, 2014 - 2025 (USD Million)

4.1.1.1.3. Guidance system market estimates and forecasts, 2014 - 2025 (USD Million)

4.1.1.1.3.1. GPS market estimates and forecasts, 2014 - 2025 (USD Million)

4.1.1.1.3.2. GIS market estimates and forecasts, 2014 - 2025 (USD Million)

4.1.1.1.4. Remote sensing market estimates and forecasts, 2014 - 2025 (USD Million)

4.1.1.1.4.1. Handheld market estimates and forecasts, 2014 - 2025 (USD Million)

4.1.1.1.4.2. Satellite sensing market estimates and forecasts, 2014 - 2025 (USD Million)

4.1.1.1.5. Driverless tractors market estimates and forecasts, 2014 - 2025 (USD Million)

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