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Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-31 23:30 UTC
by AJ9N＠aol.com 31 Jul '10

31 Jul '10

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-31 23:30 UTC Quick list of scheduled contacts and events: 2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree, Fort A. P. Hill, Virginia, direct via K2BSA Contact was successful: Sat 2010-07-31 18:21:06 UTC 56 deg (***) Boy Scout Space Jamboree, Rantoul, IL, direct via WB9SA Contact is a go for: Sat 2010-08-07 15:07:14 UTC 36 deg Note, all times are approximate. It is recommended that you do your own orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before the listed time. Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 548. (***) Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 35. IN LIGHT OF SOME COMMENTS THAT HAVE APPEARED RECENTLY ON THE VARIOUS BULLETIN BOARDS; THE COMMENTS BELOW STILL HOLD TRUE: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ Lately there have been some comments on the various bulletin boards about having general contacts or leaving the packet or crossband repeater on. Remember that ARISS is a guest onboard the ISS and if the crew elects to not turn something on or to operate, then that is their decision. ARISS can only suggest; never demand. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ QSL information may be found at: http://www.arrl.org/ARISS/arissfaq.html http://www.rac.ca/ariss/oindex.htm#QSL's ISS callsigns: DP0ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS, RS0ISS **************************************************************************** ** The complete schedule page has been updated as of 2010-07-31 23:30 UTC. (***) Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and instructions for any contact that may be streamed live. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf (note change of file type) The successful school list has been updated as of 2010-07-31 23:30 UTC. (***) http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf Frequency chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing Doppler correction as of 2005-07-29 04:00 UTC http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction .rtf Listing of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30 UTC: http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf **************************************************************************** There have been rumors in the past indicating that the ISS was having direct contacts on the 40 meter band. There is no HF radio equipment on board and available yet. The HF antenna is mounted. Sometimes WA3NAN will retransmit shuttle audio. **************************************************************************** Exp. 23 on orbit Aleksandr Skvortsov Mikhail Korniyenko RN3BF Tracy E. Caldwell KF5DBF Exp. 24 on orbit Yurchikhin RN3FI Douglas H. Wheelock KF5BOC Shannon Walker KD5DXB **************************************************************************** 73, Charlie Sufana AJ9N One of the ARISS operation team mentors

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Upcoming ARISS contact with the National Boy Scout Jamboree, Fort A. P. Hill, Virginia
by n4csitwo＠bellsouth.net 28 Jul '10

28 Jul '10

An International Space Station school contact has been planned with participants at 2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree, Fort A. P. Hill, Virginia on 31 July. The event is scheduled to begin at approximately 18:21 UTC. The duration of the contact is approximately 9 minutes and 30 seconds. The contact will be direct between NA1SS and K2BSA/4. The contact should be audible over the eastern U.S. Interested parties are invited to listen in on the 145.80 MHz downlink. The contact is expected to be conducted in English. Boy Scouts of America The Boy Scouts of America organization was incorporated on February 8, 1910 and chartered by the United States Congress in 1916. Scouting in the United States is to provide an educational program for boys and young adults that will build character, train youth in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and to develop personal fitness through rich experiences. 2010 National Scout Jamboree July 26 - Aug. 4, 2010 One hundred years of Scouting in the United States will come to life at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree as approximately 45,000 Scouts, leaders, and staff from all 50 states, territories, and foreign countries will have the opportunity to live, work, and play together in an atmosphere of Scouting fellowship. The setting for the quadrennial jamboree is Fort A. P. Hill, near Bowling Green, VA. Scouting Merit Badge Programs In part, scouts learn about science, math, technology, sports, crafts, business and future careers as they are exposed to the merit badge program. There are more than 100 merit badges offered in all fields to scouting youth. Merit Badges other than Radio include other technical content such as Electronics, Electricity, Engineering, Medical, Photography, Computers and more. Scouts select a subject they want to know more about then talk with a scouting leader about their interests. The scout then follows requirements for the merit badge he selected. A counselor who has special knowledge in the merit badge subject is assigned to assist the youth in finishing the requirements. When the scout is ready he calls the counselor to show he has met the requirements. When the counselor is satisfied the scout has met each requirement, the Merit Badge application may be approved. Once approved by the Scoutmaster, the scout will receive the specific merit badge emblem that can then be secured to his uniform. Amateur Radio Amateur Radio is included in the BSA Radio Merit Badge requirements. Requirements for the Radio Merit Badge include explaining different types of radio communications, diagramming how radio waves propagate, recognizing and discussing the electromagnetic spectrum, safety precautions when around radio gear, understanding and explaining electrical circuits, participating in a 10 minute radio contact using voice or CW, explaining Q signals, the proper use of radio and emergency communications and a visit to a working radio station such as K2BSA at the National Jamboree. By the ARISS team facilitating a QSO with K2BSA scouts, the ISS crew members will assist in building a love and interest on the part of youth toward becoming involved in the sciences and the International Space Program. Participants will ask as many of the following questions as time allows: 1. I am a Boy Scout, do you think our scouting programs could have a positive effect on space exploration? If so, how? 2. What sort of obstacles did you have to tackle to become an astronaut? 3. Are astronauts taught like Boy Scouts to improvise support devices or tools if equipment fails? 4. Looking back at Earth what strikes you the most about the view of planet Earth? 5. Are astronauts in danger of micro-particles hitting them or the International Space Station? If so what protection does one have? 6. As you look back at Earth are you able to see the oil-spill in the Gulf of Mexico and if so what are your thoughts? 7. What do you notice about the effects of weightlessness on your body and do you expect a long-term effect? 8. What is your primary work assignment on the ISS? 9. Has your appetite changed now that you are at the International Space Station? If so how? 10. Do you find the space station a noisy place? If so why? 11. Are you and your team performing experiments that absolutely require human involvement? If so Why? 12. Do you think humans will be able to achieve long-range space exploration and settlements? If so what must be accomplished first? 13. What kind of extra training did you have to take to be in space for a prolonged time? 14. What was your favorite subject in school and why? 15. Are you a Boy Scout, and if so, did you make it to Eagle? 16. Where did you go to college and what were your degree(s)? 17. Do you have a favorite constellation if so what and why? 18. If you were not an astronaut, what other career would you choose? 19. What is your favorite activity at the ISS to pass the time? 20. How many satellites are in space and who put them there? 21. Do stars look any different from your point of view in space? 22. What's it like in space? 23. What can you do in space that you will miss not being able to do on earth? 24. What can you do on Earth that you miss not being able to do in Space? Information about the upcoming ARISS contacts can be found at http://www.ariss.org/upcoming.htm#NextContact. Next planned event(s): 1. Boy Scout Space Jamboree, Rantoul, IL, (direct) Sat 7 AUG 2010 18:21 UTC ARISS is an international educational outreach program partnering the participating space agencies, NASA, Russian Space Agency, ESA, CNES, JAXA, and CSA, with the AMSAT and IARU organizations from participating countries. ARISS offers an opportunity for students to experience the excitement of Amateur Radio by talking directly with crewmembers on-board the International Space Station. Teachers, parents and communities see, first hand, how Amateur Radio and crewmembers on ISS can energize youngsters' interest in science, technology, and learning. Further information on the ARISS program is available on the website http://www.ariss.org/ (graciously hosted by the Radio Amateurs of Canada). Thank you & 73, David - AA4KN

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Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-26 22:30 UTC
by AJ9N＠aol.com 26 Jul '10

26 Jul '10

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-26 22:30 UTC Quick list of scheduled contacts and events: 2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree, Fort A. P. Hill, Virginia, direct via K2BSA Contact is a go for: Sat 2010-07-31 18:21:06 UTC 56 deg Boy Scout Space Jamboree, Rantoul, IL, direct via WB9SA (***) Contact is a go for: Sat 2010-08-07 15:07:14 UTC 36 deg (***) Note, all times are approximate. It is recommended that you do your own orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before the listed time. Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 547. Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 35. IN LIGHT OF SOME COMMENTS THAT HAVE APPEARED RECENTLY ON THE VARIOUS BULLETIN BOARDS; THE COMMENTS BELOW STILL HOLD TRUE: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ Lately there have been some comments on the various bulletin boards about having general contacts or leaving the packet or crossband repeater on. Remember that ARISS is a guest onboard the ISS and if the crew elects to not turn something on or to operate, then that is their decision. ARISS can only suggest; never demand. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ QSL information may be found at: http://www.arrl.org/ARISS/arissfaq.html http://www.rac.ca/ariss/oindex.htm#QSL's ISS callsigns: DP0ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS, RS0ISS **************************************************************************** ** The complete schedule page has been updated as of 2010-07-25 02:30 UTC. (***) Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and instructions for any contact that may be streamed live. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf (note change of file type) The successful school list has been updated as of 2010-07-23 05:00 UTC. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf Frequency chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing Doppler correction as of 2005-07-29 04:00 UTC http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction .rtf Listing of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30 UTC: http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf **************************************************************************** There have been rumors in the past indicating that the ISS was having direct contacts on the 40 meter band. There is no HF radio equipment on board and available yet. The HF antenna is mounted. Sometimes WA3NAN will retransmit shuttle audio. **************************************************************************** Exp. 23 on orbit Aleksandr Skvortsov Mikhail Korniyenko RN3BF Tracy E. Caldwell KF5DBF Exp. 24 on orbit Yurchikhin RN3FI Douglas H. Wheelock KF5BOC Shannon Walker KD5DXB **************************************************************************** 73, Charlie Sufana AJ9N One of the ARISS operation team mentors

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2010-07-26 ARISS Status
by Carol Jackson 26 Jul '10

26 Jul '10

Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) Status Report July 26, 2010 1. Upcoming School Contact An Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) contact has been scheduled for the 2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree in Fort A.P. Hill, Virginia on Saturday, July 31 at 18:21 UTC. The jamboree is being planned for about 43,000 Scouts and leaders in 825 troops, plus some 5,000 staff members for support, program and headquarters services. The K2BSA Amateur Radio Demonstration Area is a hot spot of activity throughout the Jamboree. At past Jamborees, thousands of Scouts toured K2BSA. More than 300 earned their Radio Merit Badges and more than 100 new Technician licenses were earned. The club supporting this event is the K2BSA Amateur Radio Association. 2. ARISS Contact with International Space University Students On Wednesday, July 21, International Space University in Illkirch-Graffenstaden, France, participated in an Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) contact with Shannon Walker, KD5DXB on the ISS. Twelve questions were answered and regional television covered the event. In preparation for their contact, students studied the basics of satellite communications and learned about human spaceflight and space exploration. 3. ARRL Covers 2010 National Scout Jamboree The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) posted a story on its web page covering the upcoming 2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree during which an ARISS contact is planned. The article was also included in the ARRL Letter. See: http://www.arrl.org/news/connect-with-the-national-scout-jamboree-via-amate… 4. ARISS-Brazil Web Page Updated ARISS-Brazil has updated its Web page. The site has a new URL: http://www.qsl.net/py1kcf/ 5. Astronaut Training Status Astronauts Ron Garan, KF5GPO, and Mike Fossum, KF5AQG, each successfully completed a simulated Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) contact with the Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis on Thursday, July 22. Garan and Fossum answered 14 and 22 questions respectively during their contacts. These training sessions were terrestrial-based amateur radio contacts using ARISS equivalent equipment. 6. Astronaut T. J. Creamer Participates in ISS Ham Debrief An Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) debrief session was held with Expedition 22/23 astronaut T. J. Creamer, KC5WKI on Monday, July 19. The feedback received will help ARISS with its program operations. 7. ARISS International Team Meeting Held The Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) International Team teleconference was held on Tuesday, July 20. Discussions included a status on the Columbus Module radio equipment as well as an update on ARISSat-1. The minutes have been posted. See: https://www.rac.ca/ariss/arisstel2010-07-20.htm

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Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-25 02:30 UTC
by AJ9N＠aol.com 25 Jul '10

25 Jul '10

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-25 02:30 UTC Quick list of scheduled contacts and events: 2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree, Fort A. P. Hill, Virginia, direct via K2BSA Contact is a go for: Sat 2010-07-31 18:21:06 UTC 56 deg Note, all times are approximate. It is recommended that you do your own orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before the listed time. Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 547. Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 35. IN LIGHT OF SOME COMMENTS THAT HAVE APPEARED RECENTLY ON THE VARIOUS BULLETIN BOARDS; THE COMMENTS BELOW STILL HOLD TRUE: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ Lately there have been some comments on the various bulletin boards about having general contacts or leaving the packet or crossband repeater on. Remember that ARISS is a guest onboard the ISS and if the crew elects to not turn something on or to operate, then that is their decision. ARISS can only suggest; never demand. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ QSL information may be found at: http://www.arrl.org/ARISS/arissfaq.html http://www.rac.ca/ariss/oindex.htm#QSL's ISS callsigns: DP0ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS, RS0ISS **************************************************************************** ** The complete schedule page has been updated as of 2010-07-25 02:30 UTC. (***) Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and instructions for any contact that may be streamed live. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf (note change of file type) The successful school list has been updated as of 2010-07-23 05:00 UTC. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf Frequency chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing Doppler correction as of 2005-07-29 04:00 UTC http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction .rtf Listing of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30 UTC: http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf **************************************************************************** There have been rumors in the past indicating that the ISS was having direct contacts on the 40 meter band. There is no HF radio equipment on board and available yet. The HF antenna is mounted. Sometimes WA3NAN will retransmit shuttle audio. **************************************************************************** Exp. 23 on orbit Aleksandr Skvortsov Mikhail Korniyenko RN3BF Tracy E. Caldwell KF5DBF Exp. 24 on orbit Yurchikhin RN3FI Douglas H. Wheelock KF5BOC Shannon Walker KD5DXB **************************************************************************** 73, Charlie Sufana AJ9N One of the ARISS operation team mentors

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Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-23 05:00 UTC
by AJ9N＠aol.com 23 Jul '10

23 Jul '10

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-23 05:00 UTC Quick list of scheduled contacts and events: Simulation contact Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, direct via K9CMM Contact was successful Thu 2010-07-22 Approx: 16:00-16:45 UTC (***) Simulation contact Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, direct via K9CMM Contact was successful Thu 2010-07-22 Approx: 16:15-17:00 UTC (***) Contact should be on IRLP. 2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree, Fort A. P. Hill, Virginia, direct via K2BSA Contact is a go for: Sat 2010-07-31 18:21:06 UTC 56 deg Note, all times are approximate. It is recommended that you do your own orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before the listed time. Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 547. Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 35. (***) IN LIGHT OF SOME COMMENTS THAT HAVE APPEARED RECENTLY ON THE VARIOUS BULLETIN BOARDS; THE COMMENTS BELOW STILL HOLD TRUE: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ Lately there have been some comments on the various bulletin boards about having general contacts or leaving the packet or crossband repeater on. Remember that ARISS is a guest onboard the ISS and if the crew elects to not turn something on or to operate, then that is their decision. ARISS can only suggest; never demand. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ QSL information may be found at: http://www.arrl.org/ARISS/arissfaq.html http://www.rac.ca/ariss/oindex.htm#QSL's ISS callsigns: DP0ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS, RS0ISS **************************************************************************** ** The complete schedule page has been updated as of 2010-07-23 05:00 UTC. (***) Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and instructions for any contact that may be streamed live. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf (note change of file type) The successful school list has been updated as of 2010-07-23 05:00 UTC. (***) http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf Frequency chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing Doppler correction as of 2005-07-29 04:00 UTC http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction .rtf Listing of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30 UTC: http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf **************************************************************************** There have been rumors in the past indicating that the ISS was having direct contacts on the 40 meter band. There is no HF radio equipment on board and available yet. The HF antenna is mounted. Sometimes WA3NAN will retransmit shuttle audio. **************************************************************************** Exp. 23 on orbit Aleksandr Skvortsov Mikhail Korniyenko RN3BF Tracy E. Caldwell KF5DBF Exp. 24 on orbit Yurchikhin RN3FI Douglas H. Wheelock KF5BOC Shannon Walker KD5DXB **************************************************************************** 73, Charlie Sufana AJ9N One of the ARISS operation team mentors

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Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-22 01:30 UTC
by AJ9N＠aol.com 22 Jul '10

22 Jul '10

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-22 01:30 UTC Quick list of scheduled contacts and events: International Space University, Illkirch-Graffenstaden, France, direct via F6KQV Contact was successful: Wed 2010-07-21 15:36:10 UTC 44 deg (***) Simulation contact Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, direct via K9CMM Contact is a go for Thu 2010-07-22 Approx: 16:00-16:45 UTC Contact should be on IRLP. Simulation contact Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, direct via K9CMM Contact is a go for Thu 2010-07-22 Approx: 16:15-17:00 UTC Contact should be on IRLP. 2010 National Boy Scout Jamboree, Fort A. P. Hill, Virginia, direct via K2BSA Contact is a go for: Sat 2010-07-31 18:21:06 UTC 56 deg (***) Note, all times are approximate. It is recommended that you do your own orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before the listed time. Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 547. (***) Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 33. IN LIGHT OF SOME COMMENTS THAT HAVE APPEARED RECENTLY ON THE VARIOUS BULLETIN BOARDS; THE COMMENTS BELOW STILL HOLD TRUE: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ Lately there have been some comments on the various bulletin boards about having general contacts or leaving the packet or crossband repeater on. Remember that ARISS is a guest onboard the ISS and if the crew elects to not turn something on or to operate, then that is their decision. ARISS can only suggest; never demand. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ QSL information may be found at: http://www.arrl.org/ARISS/arissfaq.html http://www.rac.ca/ariss/oindex.htm#QSL's ISS callsigns: DP0ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS, RS0ISS **************************************************************************** ** The complete schedule page has been updated as of 2010-07-22 01:30 UTC. (***) Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and instructions for any contact that may be streamed live. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf (note change of file type) The successful school list has been updated as of 2010-07-22 01:30 UTC. (***) http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf Frequency chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing Doppler correction as of 2005-07-29 04:00 UTC http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction .rtf Listing of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30 UTC: http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf **************************************************************************** There have been rumors in the past indicating that the ISS was having direct contacts on the 40 meter band. There is no HF radio equipment on board and available yet. The HF antenna is mounted. Sometimes WA3NAN will retransmit shuttle audio. **************************************************************************** Exp. 23 on orbit Aleksandr Skvortsov Mikhail Korniyenko RN3BF Tracy E. Caldwell KF5DBF Exp. 24 on orbit Yurchikhin RN3FI Douglas H. Wheelock KF5BOC Shannon Walker KD5DXB **************************************************************************** 73, Charlie Sufana AJ9N One of the ARISS operation team mentors

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2010-07-19 ARISS Status
by Carol Jackson 19 Jul '10

19 Jul '10

Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) Status Report July 19, 2010 1. Upcoming School Contact International Space University (ISU), located in Illkirch-Graffenstaden, France, has been scheduled for an Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) contact on Wednesday, July 21 at 15:36 UTC. The university provides interdisciplinary educational programs to students and space professionals in an international, intercultural environment. Over 130 students are enrolled in the ISU Space Studies Program through which they will learn the basics of satellite communications. They will also study human spaceflight and learn about the legal aspects of space exploration and international cooperation. The ARISS contact will be the featured activity of this program. 2. ARISS Contact with Girl Guides of Canada On Friday, July 16, the Girl Guides of Canada spoke with on-orbit astronaut Doug Wheelock, KF5BOC via an Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) contact. The initial call to the ISS was made by the Commissioner of Girl Guides of Canada. Wheelock then answered 14 questions posed to him by twelve girls while an audience of approximately 2000 Girl Guides and Girl Scouts from around the world looked on. The girls had gathered at Guelph Lake, Ontario for the Guiding Mosaic 2010 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Girl Guides in Canada. The Guides prepared for the contact by studying orbital mechanics and learning about the value of successful international partnerships. 3. MAI-75 Experiment Activated The Russian ISS crew members activated the MAI-75 (Moscow Aviation Institute) experiment on July 15 and 16. The system operated Space Cam in slide show mode using the Martin 1 format. Among those who captured Slow Scan Television (SSTV) images transmitted by the crew were ground stations in South America, Europe and Africa. For more information, see: http://ariss-sstv.blogspot.com/ Images have been archived here: http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/SSTV/ . 4. Astronaut Training Status - Upcoming Simulation Contacts Astronauts Ron Garan, KF5GPO, and Mike Fossum, KF5AQG, have been scheduled for simulated Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) contacts with the Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis on Thursday, July 22 at approximately 16:00 UTC and 16:15 UTC respectively. The contact should be available on IRLP (Internet Radio Linking Project) Node 9010. These training sessions are terrestrial-based amateur radio contacts using ARISS equivalent equipment. 5. ARRL Story on Upcoming CLC Contacts The ARRL (American Radio Relay League) Indiana Section July Newsletter includes a story about the upcoming Challenger Learning Center (CLC) of Indianapolis contacts (training sessions) with Ron Garan and Mike Fossum. See: http://www.arrl.org/Groups/view/indiana 6. ISS Ham Debrief Scheduled An Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) debrief session has been scheduled with Expedition 22/23 astronaut T. J. Creamer, KC5WKI on Monday, July 19. The feedback provided will help ARISS update program operations. 7. ARISS - Camp Cavett Contact in the News On Thursday, July 8, Cavett Kids Foundation's Camp Cavett in Kingston, Oklahoma, participated in an Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) contact with astronaut Doug Wheelock, KF5BOC. Channel12 KXII Dara Downs covered the contact and a news clip has been posted to YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF7BHbNGYbc For News Talk Radio KRMG's press release, go to: http://krmg.com/localnews/2010/07/oklahoma-kid-campers-to-talk-w.html The September issues of CQ and CQ VHF are expected to carry stories on the contact as well. 8. ARISS News on Amateur Radio Newsline On July 16, the Amateur Radio Newsline Report 1718 posted a short story which talked about general ham radio contacts made by astronaut Doug Wheelock on the ISS. To view the article, "Ham Radio in Space: ISS Random Contacts Back," see: ftp://ftp.arnewsline.org/quincy/News/news.txt

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Upcoming ARISS contact with International Space University, Illkirch-Graffenstaden, France
by n4csitwo＠bellsouth.net 18 Jul '10

18 Jul '10

An International Space Station school contact has been planned with participants at International Space University, Illkirch-Graffenstaden, France on 21 July. The event is scheduled to begin at approximately 15:36 UTC. The duration of the contact is approximately 9 minutes and 30 seconds. The contact will be direct between OR4ISS and F6KQV. The contact should be audible over portions of France and eastern Europe. Interested parties are invited to listen in on the 145.80 MHz downlink. The contact is expected to be conducted in English. The International Space University (www.isunet.edu) provides graduate-level training to the future leaders of the emerging global space community at its Central Campus in Strasbourg, France, and at locations around the world. In its two-month Space Studies Program and one-year Masters program, ISU offers its students a unique Core Curriculum covering all disciplines related to space programs and enterprises - space science, space engineering, systems engineering, space policy and law, business and management, and space and society. Both programs also involve an intense student research Team Project providing international graduate students and young space professionals the opportunity to solve complex problems by working together in an intercultural environment. Since its founding in 1987, ISU has graduated more than 2900 students from 100 countries. Together with hundreds of ISU faculty and lecturers from around the world, ISU alumni comprise an extremely effective network of space professionals and leaders that actively facilitates individual career growth, professional activities and international space cooperation. The International Space University develops the future leaders of the world space community by providing interdisciplinary educational programs to students and space professionals in an international, intercultural environment. ISU also serves as a neutral international forum for the exchange of knowledge and ideas on challenging issues related to space and space applications. ISU programs impart critical skills essential to future space initiatives in the public and private sectors while they: . inspire enthusiasm . promote international understanding and cooperation . foster an interactive global network of students, teachers and alumni . encourage the innovative development of space for peaceful purposes: to improve life on Earth and advance humanity into space. ISU is located in Strasbourg, Alsace. Alsace can be found in North East France, and is bordered by the Rhine River to the East, the Vosges mountains to the West, the German plain to the North and the Territoire de Belfort to the South. Strasbourg is the European Capital and lies along the Rhine River, the natural border between France and Germany. It is home of the Council of Europe, the European Parliament and the European Court of Human Rights. The city numbers approximately 256,000 inhabitants with a further 200,000 inhabitants in the suburbs which make up the Strasbourg Urban Community. Participants will ask as many of the following questions as time allows: 1. What is your favourite and least favourite activity on a day-to-day basis on the ISS? 2. What is the best part of living on the ISS? 3. Can you drink alcohol on board the station? 4. What is the one item you wish you could eat and drink while on the ISS? 5. How much free time do you have a day, and what do you like to do with it? 6. What experiments are you performing while on the ISS? 7. How does the day/night cycle affect you on the ISS? 8. What is the most significant change in your body that you have noticed in microgravity? 9. How long did you train for your mission, and what type of training did you do? 10. Would you change something on the EVA suits? What? 11. Did you always want to be an astronaut and is it like you imagined? 12. Did you ever get scared before going out for EVA? 13. Have you used both the Shuttle and the Soyuz? Which one do you like better? 14. What is your opinion on transforming the ISS into a space tourism facility? 15. What is the policy regarding art-works on the ISS? Are there any posters on the walls? 16. How much contact with mass media do you have while on orbit? 17. Do you keep in touch with the world's news from outer space? 18. What do you think about having space tourists on board the station? 19. Do you consider this to be a spiritual experience? 20. What do you most look forward to when you return to the Earth? Information about the upcoming ARISS contacts can be found at http://www.ariss.org/upcoming.htm#NextContact. Next planned event(s): TBD ARISS is an international educational outreach program partnering the participating space agencies, NASA, Russian Space Agency, ESA, CNES, JAXA, and CSA, with the AMSAT and IARU organizations from participating countries. ARISS offers an opportunity for students to experience the excitement of Amateur Radio by talking directly with crewmembers on-board the International Space Station. Teachers, parents and communities see, first hand, how Amateur Radio and crewmembers on ISS can energize youngsters' interest in science, technology, and learning. Further information on the ARISS program is available on the website http://www.ariss.org/ (graciously hosted by the Radio Amateurs of Canada). Thank you & 73, David - AA4KN

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Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-17 15:30 UTC
by AJ9N＠aol.com 17 Jul '10

17 Jul '10

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-17 15:30 UTC Quick list of scheduled contacts and events: Girl Guides of Canada, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, direct via VE3ZM Contact was successful: Fri 2010-07-16 17:47:03 UTC 54 deg (***) Simulation contact Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, direct via K9CMM Contact is a go for Thu 2010-07-22 Approx: 16:00-16:45 UTC Contact should be on IRLP. Simulation contact Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, direct via K9CMM Contact is a go for Thu 2010-07-22 Approx: 16:15-17:00 UTC Contact should be on IRLP. International Space University, Illkirch-Graffenstaden, France, direct via F6KQV Contact is a go for: Wed 2010-07-21 15:36:10 UTC 44 deg Note, all times are approximate. It is recommended that you do your own orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before the listed time. Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 546. (***) Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 33. IN LIGHT OF SOME COMMENTS THAT HAVE APPEARED RECENTLY ON THE VARIOUS BULLETIN BOARDS; THE COMMENTS BELOW STILL HOLD TRUE: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ Lately there have been some comments on the various bulletin boards about having general contacts or leaving the packet or crossband repeater on. Remember that ARISS is a guest onboard the ISS and if the crew elects to not turn something on or to operate, then that is their decision. ARISS can only suggest; never demand. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ QSL information may be found at: http://www.arrl.org/ARISS/arissfaq.html http://www.rac.ca/ariss/oindex.htm#QSL's ISS callsigns: DP0ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS, RS0ISS **************************************************************************** ** The complete schedule page has been updated as of 2010-07-17 15:30 UTC. (***) Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and instructions for any contact that may be streamed live. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf (note change of file type) The successful school list has been updated as of 2010-07-17 15:30 UTC. (***) http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf Frequency chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing Doppler correction as of 2005-07-29 04:00 UTC http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction .rtf Listing of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30 UTC: http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf **************************************************************************** There have been rumors in the past indicating that the ISS was having direct contacts on the 40 meter band. There is no HF radio equipment on board and available yet. The HF antenna is mounted. Sometimes WA3NAN will retransmit shuttle audio. **************************************************************************** Exp. 23 on orbit Aleksandr Skvortsov Mikhail Korniyenko RN3BF Tracy E. Caldwell KF5DBF Exp. 24 on orbit Yurchikhin RN3FI Douglas H. Wheelock KF5BOC Shannon Walker KD5DXB **************************************************************************** 73, Charlie Sufana AJ9N One of the ARISS operation team mentors

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SSTV activities concluded
by Ransom, Kenneth G. (JSC-OC)[BARRIOS TECHNOLOGY] 16 Jul '10

16 Jul '10

Reports indicate that stock images similar to the ones sent yesterday were again received between 11:45 and 13:30 UTC. This session of the MAI-75 experiment has concluded with numerous images uploaded to the gallery. Take a look at the best of each image over the 2 day period at http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/SSTV/index.php or look at all the submissions starting with the most recent at http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/SSTV/archive.php. Thanks for all the captured images being uploaded. Kenneth - N5VHO

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Where are the pics ?
by Thomas Frey 16 Jul '10

16 Jul '10

Greetings Where are the pictures from today's MAI-75 activation on http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/SSTV/ ? -- Mit freundlichen Grüssen, Regards, 73 Thomas Frey, HB9SKA ______________________________________________________________________ Thomas Frey, Holzgasse 2, CH-5242 Birr, Tel. + Fax: 056 444 93 41 http://home.datacomm.ch/th.frey/

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It's Time to Send in Your 2010 Symposium Paper Abstract
by JoAnne Maenpaa 16 Jul '10

16 Jul '10

The September 1 deadline of the call for papers for the 2010 AMSAT Space Symposium and Annual Meeting is rapidly approaching! So far the Proceedings crew has received two abstracts for papers - thank you! The abstract for your paper does not require any special format. Simply send an e-mail to the Proceedings Editor, K9JKM with the basic information: Author Name, Callsign, and a few sentences that describe your proposed topic. I'll be looking forward to receiving your abstracts in my in-box at k9jkm(a)comcast.net. The Symposium Committee invites proposals for: + Papers for publication in the Proceedings + Symposium Presentations + Poster Presentations + Equipment and Operating Demonstrations These can be on any topic of interest to the amateur satellite community. We request a tentative title of your presentation as soon as possible, with final copy submitted by September 1, 2010 for inclusion in the printed proceedings. To help you prepare your paper the Symposium Committee has posted an author's guide on the AMSAT.org web page: http://tinyurl.com/2djjnmx The 2010 AMSAT Space Symposium and Annual Meeting will be held October 8 - 10 at the Chicago/Elk Grove Holiday Inn which is near O'Hare Airport. -- 73 de JoAnne K9JKM k9jkm(a)amsat.org Editor, AMSAT News Service Copy Editor, AMSAT Journal

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MAI-75 - 15 July 2010
by David Barber 16 Jul '10

16 Jul '10

A few problems with the TX keying up there I think. 12.52utc UK pass - tx de-keyed before the 12.54utc image was complete. 14.27utc UK pass - tx keyed up half way through the 14.31utc image, the carrier then remained up until the next image at 14.33utc after which it dropped correctly. David G8OQW

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RS0ISS SSTV pics
by Gary & Mary 15 Jul '10

15 Jul '10

Received earlier this morning the following 2 pics from a 22 degree elevation. de Gary ZL1KJ

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ISS Picture SSTV Martin 1 14:02UTC
by CE3SOC Raul Romero 15 Jul '10

15 Jul '10

Copied Only Receiver Icom IC-R1500 and Disconne Antenna 2 Pictured in Martin 1 http://www.facebook.com/editalbum.php?&aid=2066091&add=1&created=1#!/album.… Tnx Raul CA3SOC

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Re: Ariss casual phone contacts
by Thomas Frey 14 Jul '10

14 Jul '10

Eric van de Weyer schrieb: > Hi Thomas, > Hi Eric If you never ask you will never get an answer. I also agree with your mail. But without satisfying answers, such discussions will continue ever and ever again. And they do. > There have been many Ham astronauts up there over the years on MIR, the > shuttles and now the ISS. Some of them had been hams for a long time, it is > their hobby so they were keen to operate in their spare time from orbit. > Others obtain their ham ticket mainly for the purpose of conducting the > educational school contacts. > > When there is a ham up there who has been a ham for years, he probably will > get on the air and talk to as many people as possible in his free time. When > there isn't, then they probably have other things that interest them to do > in their spare time other than playing radio. That is their prerogative and > decision. Sure, they can be encouraged to do it but in the end it is up to > them. If they decide to do it then we reap the benefit but if they don't, we > do not have any right to complain about it. Would you like it if someone > came and told you what to do in your leisure time and I'll bet you probably > get a lot more of it than they do? > > I was lucky enough to be at a school contact a few weeks ago which was held > in conjunction with the WIA's Centenary dinner in Canberra, Australia and > the best part was to see the faces of the young people who talked to the > ISS. That is what it is all about. There were over 200 people in the room > and everybody was moved by it. > > Just remember that the astronauts who want to make random contacts will > because they want to, not because someone asked them to. > > I really do get sick of hearing people get on here and complain that the > astronauts aren't getting on enough for them. That's not what they're there > for. > > Climbs down off soapbox! > > 73....Eric VK2VE. > > -----Original Message----- > From: sarex-bounces(a)AMSAT.Org [mailto:sarex-bounces@AMSAT.Org] On Behalf Of > Thomas Frey > Sent: Wednesday, 30 June 2010 19:33 > To: AJ9N(a)aol.com > Cc: patrick(a)aceweb.com; sarex(a)AMSAT.Org > Subject: [sarex] Re: Ariss casual phone contacts > > Dear Charlie > > We all have read your message and I agree with it. But you can communicate > our desire to the astronauts or you know the way to communicate it. Then > you can tell us the result here. > > Thank you very much in advance and also for your work done. > > > AJ9N(a)aol.com schrieb: > >> Hi all, >> >> Let me repeat a message that is sent out with every announcement I make >> with regards to ARISS activities and upcoming school contacts: >> >> >> Lately there have been some comments on the various bulletin boards about >> having general contacts or leaving the packet or crossband repeater on. >> Remember that ARISS is a guest onboard the ISS and if the crew elects to >> > not > >> turn something on or to operate, then that is their decision. ARISS can >> only suggest; never demand. >> Like I indicate in my announcements. If the crew member is so inclined, >> then they get on the radio. >> As with anything in society, the ISS crew have many different interests >> and a very heavy work load. Some have been a ham for many years before >> > going > >> on orbit and thus may make a random contact; many have had next to no >> experience playing radio and get on only sporadically. There have been >> > quite a > >> few who have gotten their license right before going up so they often >> times only get on for the scheduled school contacts. If they had not >> > gotten > >> their license; then even the school contact list would have suffered as >> > for > >> some expeditions there were no scheduled hams going up. We can thank >> Kenneth N5VHO and the rest of the hams down at JSC for organizing the >> > classes and > >> pushing for everyone to have a license. You would not believe the small >> amount of time the astronauts have for studying and getting their license >> > as > >> they are in ISS training right up until they launch. So ARISS does like >> to thank the astronauts for their very valuable time. >> For every school contact, the crew is told how to leave the radio >> configured after the contact. If the crew does not re-configure the >> > radios for > >> general usage, then there is not much we can do about it other than to >> > remind > >> them. >> It is possible to have an astronaut visit. Travel expenses must be >> covered by the group wanting to have an astronaut appear. Check out all >> > of the > >> details at: >> > _http://www.nasa.gov/about/speakers/astronautappearances.html_ > >> (http://www.nasa.gov/about/speakers/astronautappearances.html) >> 73, >> Charlie Sufana AJ9N >> One of the ARISS mentors >> >> >> >> In a message dated 6/29/2010 7:16:11 P.M. Central Daylight Time, >> morsesat(a)optonline.net writes: >> >> Believe it or not... After flying the flag for AMSAT at several recent >> hamfests, >> This question came up a lot. Of course I answered that they are >> > extremely > >> busy, however, >> I also said that it was up to the astonauts time off and their personal >> interest of ham radio. >> I think the time to get astonauts and cosmonauts interested is before >> > they > >> go into space. They have to get the >> "bug!" They need to be brought to local clubs and introduced to local >> repeaters and groups that get together at >> Hamfests for the sake of Ham Radio. They can get an earful and become >> interested enough to orbit around the world >> Giving the thrill of speaking to the ISS to the thousands that await a >> "Casual QSO.!" >> 73, >> Dee, NB2F >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: sarex-bounces(a)AMSAT.Org [mailto:sarex-bounces@AMSAT.Org] On Behalf >> Of >> patrick mcgrane >> Sent: Saturday, June 26, 2010 11:27 PM >> To: sarex(a)AMSAT.Org >> Subject: [sarex] Ariss casual phone contacts >> >> How about letting us know why there are no casual contacts anymore and >> only >> rehearsed and choreographed public shows. >> I read many times about how busy the astronauts are but it is glaringly >> apparent they have no interest or are refraining from unrehearsed >> > contacts. > >> They could at least turn on the cross band repeater. The navy had enough >> control over the amateur radio with the packet. >> Frankly, I am personally no longer interested in talking to the >> > astronauts > >> but the repeater was a lot of fun. >> Someone please make it happen. >> >> A mere citizen >> >> pat >> >> >> ---- >> Sent via sarex(a)amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. >> Not an AMSAT member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! >> Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/sarex >> >> >> ---- >> Sent via sarex(a)amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. >> Not an AMSAT member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! >> Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/sarex >> >> ---- >> Sent via sarex(a)amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. >> Not an AMSAT member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! >> Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/sarex >> >> >> > > -- Mit freundlichen Grüssen, Regards, 73 Thomas Frey, HB9SKA ______________________________________________________________________ Thomas Frey, Holzgasse 2, CH-5242 Birr, Tel. + Fax: 056 444 93 41 http://home.datacomm.ch/th.frey/

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MAI-75 activation planned for July 15-16
by Ransom, Kenneth G. (JSC-OC)[BARRIOS TECHNOLOGY] 13 Jul '10

13 Jul '10

Sergey Samburov has announced that an activity to support SSTV activation (MAI-75) has been schedule on July 15 and 16. Times fall between 12:00-15:00 UTC on the 15th and 10:00-12:00 UTC on the 16th . The system will be operating space cam in slide show mode and is expected to use the Martin 1 format. The times are just over 1 orbit each day (two passes over Moscow) so opportunities will be very limited. View info at http://ariss-sstv.blogspot.com/ and published images at http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/SSTV/ . Kenneth - N5VHO

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Upcoming ARISS contact with Girl Guides of Canada, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
by n4csitwo＠bellsouth.net 13 Jul '10

13 Jul '10

An International Space Station school contact has been planned with participants at Girl Guides of Canada, Toronto, Ontario, Canada on 16 July. The event is scheduled to begin at approximately 17:47 UTC. The duration of the contact is approximately 9 minutes and 30 seconds. The contact will be direct between NA1SS and VE3ZM. The contact should be audible over portions of eastern Canada. Interested parties are invited to listen in on the 145.80 MHz downlink. The contact is expected to be conducted in English. Guiding Mosaic 2010 is an international Girl Guide / Girl Scout event that focuses on girls doing program work in various fields and scopes of interest. This includes science & technology, sports, waterfront, arts & crafts, and more. The girls were able to choose what program activities they would like to do. Guiding Mosaic 2010 encourages young girls to learn more about issues that are important to them, while developing skills in areas that they are interested in, and learning new ones that they may never have been able to explore before camp. Consequently, they also participate in theme days with guest speakers and activities that focus on the global community, environment, and social awareness. They will volunteer in the local community, attend adventurous out-trips, all while creating friendships, making memories, and celebrating the sisterhood of Guiding. Participants range in age from 12-17, all with various backgrounds and interests, but all who are members of the largest international organization for women. The highlight of camp will be the NASA ARISS contact to (hopefully) occur on the last day of program. Girls have prepared for this by posing questions to ask the ISS astronauts, learning some orbital mechanics, and writing about the value of successful international partnerships of which the ISS is an example. Participants will ask as many of the following questions as time allows: 1. What would I have to do to become an astronaut someday? 2. How many astronauts are on the Space Station at a time? 3. Where, and for how long, do you have to go to school to be an astronaut? 4. What qualities do Girl Guides and Girl Scouts have that would make them good astronauts? 5. If you are always floating around in the Space Station how do you keep from bumping into things when you are asleep? 6. How do you move from one place to another in the Space Station if you are floating and can't really walk? 7. Do you still have to wear shoes if all you do is float? 8. Do you get your own bedroom on the Space Station and if so how do you keep your personal things from floating into someone else's space? 9. Are the lights turned off in your sleeping space when you have to go to sleep? 10. How do you take out the garbage in space? 11. Without gravity is there any point to combing your hair while living on the Space Station? If so do you use mousse or gel in your hair to keep it in place? 12. What do you like the most about living and working in the Space Station? 13. What do you find to be the most challenging part of living on the Space Station? 14. How long do astronauts stay on the Space Station? 15. What kind of experiments do you do and how would they help people back on Earth? 16. What do astronauts do when they have personal time? Can you watch TV or listen to the radio on the Space Station? 17. If I was on the Space Station now would I be able to text my friends on Earth? 18. How do you boil water to make hot chocolate on the Space Station if the water is always floating around? 19. Which way would a sunflower grow if it were on the Space Station? 20. What happens to your body if you are on the Space Station for a long time? 21. Can you juggle on the Space Station? 22. How do insects react to living in zero gravity on the Space Station? 23. Is working together in the Space Station like Girl Guide wilderness camp? Information about the upcoming ARISS contacts can be found at http://www.ariss.org/upcoming.htm#NextContact. Next planned event(s): 1. International Space University, Illkirch-Graffenstaden, France Wed 21 July 2010 15:36 UTC ARISS is an international educational outreach program partnering the participating space agencies, NASA, Russian Space Agency, ESA, CNES, JAXA, and CSA, with the AMSAT and IARU organizations from participating countries. ARISS offers an opportunity for students to experience the excitement of Amateur Radio by talking directly with crewmembers on-board the International Space Station. Teachers, parents and communities see, first hand, how Amateur Radio and crewmembers on ISS can energize youngsters' interest in science, technology, and learning. Further information on the ARISS program is available on the website http://www.ariss.org/ (graciously hosted by the Radio Amateurs of Canada). Thank you & 73, David - AA4KN

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2010-07-12 ARISS Status
by Carol Jackson 12 Jul '10

12 Jul '10

Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) Status Report July 12, 2010 1. Upcoming School Contacts The Girl Guides of Canada have been scheduled for an Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) contact on Friday, July 16 at 17:47 UTC. Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, ages 12-17, are participating in the Guiding Mosaic 2010 which is being held July 8-17 at Guelph Lake, Ontario to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Girl Guides in Canada. The event focuses on girls doing program work in various fields including science and technology, sports, waterfront and arts and crafts. They have prepared for their ARISS contact by studying orbital mechanics and learning about the value of successful international partnerships. International Space University (ISU), located in Illkirch-Graffenstaden, France, has been scheduled for an Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) contact on Wednesday, July 21 at 15:36 UTC. The university provides interdisciplinary educational programs to students and space professionals in an international, intercultural environment. Over 130 students are enrolled in the ISU Space Studies Program through which they will learn the basics of satellite communications. They will also study human spaceflight and learn about the legal aspects of space exploration and international cooperation. The ARISS contact will be the featured activity of this program. 2. Successful Contact with Camp Cavett On Thursday, July 8, children attending Cavett Kids Foundation's Camp Cavett in Kingston, Oklahoma, participated in an Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) contact with on-orbit astronaut Doug Wheelock, KF5BOC. Wheelock's question and answer session was the culmination of radio activities in which the youth were introduced to the basics of radio wave propagation. Local radio clubs gave demonstrations to the youth and assisted with other hands on activities. Media coverage included television and newspapers as well as CQ Magazine. Additional interviews were given to radio stations prior to the contact. 3. ISS Makes General Contacts Over the July 10 - 11 weekend, Doug Wheelock, KF5BOC made several general contacts with ground stations around the world including those in the U.S., Canada, Australia and Europe. 4. MAI-75 Experiment to be Activated The Russian ISS crew members plan to activate the MAI-75 (Moscow Aviation Institute) experiment on July 15 and 16 at approximately 10:00 - 12:00 UTC, (mode to be determined). It may be possible for some ground stations to receive Slow Scan Television (SSTV) images transmitted by the crew. More information on the MAI-75 experiment may be found at: http://www.energia.ru/eng/iss/researches/education-26.html 5. Astronaut Training Status Astronauts Ron Garan, KF5GPO, and Mike Fossum, KF5AQG, have been scheduled for simulated Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) contacts with the Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis on Thursday, July 22 at approximately 16:00 UTC and 16:15 UTC respectively. These training sessions are terrestrial-based amateur radio contacts using ARISS equivalent equipment. 6. ESA Covers ARISS Contact with Italian Campers The European Space Agency posted a story on the recent ARISS contact held with the summer camp "Astronauts in Forest," in Perugia, Italy. See: http://www.esa.int/esaCP/SEMSCGO2CBG_Italy_0.html 7. ARISS News on Amateur Radio Newsline On July 9, the Amateur Radio Newsline Report 1717 posted an item on the AIS (Automatic Identification System) and ARISS antennas installed on the Columbus Module. To view the article, "Ham Radio in Space: ESA Columbus AIS System Antenna Built by Ham," see: ftp://ftp.arnewsline.org/quincy/News/news.txt

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Ariss casual phone contacts
by patrick mcgrane 12 Jul '10

12 Jul '10

How about letting us know why there are no casual contacts anymore and only rehearsed and choreographed public shows. I read many times about how busy the astronauts are but it is glaringly apparent they have no interest or are refraining from unrehearsed contacts. They could at least turn on the cross band repeater. The navy had enough control over the amateur radio with the packet. Frankly, I am personally no longer interested in talking to the astronauts but the repeater was a lot of fun. Someone please make it happen. A mere citizen pat

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Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-12 03:30 UTC
by AJ9N＠aol.com 12 Jul '10

12 Jul '10

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-12 03:30 UTC Quick list of scheduled contacts and events: Girl Guides of Canada, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, direct via VE3ZM Contact is a go for: Fri 2010-07-16 17:47:03 UTC 54 deg Simulation contact Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, direct via K9CMM Contact is a go for Thu 2010-07-22 Approx: 16:00-16:45 UTC Contact should be on IRLP. Simulation contact Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, direct via K9CMM Contact is a go for Thu 2010-07-22 Approx: 16:15-17:00 UTC Contact should be on IRLP. International Space University, Illkirch-Graffenstaden, France, direct via F6KQV (***) Contact is a go for: Wed 2010-07-21 15:36:10 UTC 44 deg Note, all times are approximate. It is recommended that you do your own orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before the listed time. Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 545. Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 33. IN LIGHT OF SOME COMMENTS THAT HAVE APPEARED RECENTLY ON THE VARIOUS BULLETIN BOARDS; THE COMMENTS BELOW STILL HOLD TRUE: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ Lately there have been some comments on the various bulletin boards about having general contacts or leaving the packet or crossband repeater on. Remember that ARISS is a guest onboard the ISS and if the crew elects to not turn something on or to operate, then that is their decision. ARISS can only suggest; never demand. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ QSL information may be found at: http://www.arrl.org/ARISS/arissfaq.html http://www.rac.ca/ariss/oindex.htm#QSL's ISS callsigns: DP0ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS, RS0ISS **************************************************************************** ** The complete schedule page has been updated as of 2010-07-12 03:30 UTC. (***) Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and instructions for any contact that may be streamed live. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf (note change of file type) The successful school list has been updated as of 2010-07-02 22:00 UTC. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf Frequency chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing Doppler correction as of 2005-07-29 04:00 UTC http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction .rtf Listing of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30 UTC: http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf **************************************************************************** There have been rumors in the past indicating that the ISS was having direct contacts on the 40 meter band. There is no HF radio equipment on board and available yet. The HF antenna is mounted. Sometimes WA3NAN will retransmit shuttle audio. **************************************************************************** Exp. 23 on orbit Aleksandr Skvortsov Mikhail Korniyenko RN3BF Tracy E. Caldwell KF5DBF Exp. 24 on orbit Yurchikhin RN3FI Douglas H. Wheelock KF5BOC Shannon Walker KD5DXB **************************************************************************** 73, Charlie Sufana AJ9N One of the ARISS operation team mentors

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Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-09 20:30 UTC
by AJ9N＠aol.com 09 Jul '10

09 Jul '10

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-09 20:30 UTC Quick list of scheduled contacts and events: Girl Guides of Canada, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, direct via VE3ZM Contact is a go for: Fri 2010-07-16 17:47:03 UTC 54 deg Simulation contact Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, direct via K9CMM Contact is a go for Thu 2010-07-22 Approx: 16:00-16:45 UTC Contact should be on IRLP. Simulation contact Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, direct via K9CMM Contact is a go for Thu 2010-07-22 Approx: 16:15-17:00 UTC Contact should be on IRLP. International Space University, Illkirch-Graffenstaden, France, direct via TBD (***) Contact is a go for: Wed 2010-07-21 15:36:10 UTC 44 deg (***) Note, all times are approximate. It is recommended that you do your own orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before the listed time. Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 545. Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 33. IN LIGHT OF SOME COMMENTS THAT HAVE APPEARED RECENTLY ON THE VARIOUS BULLETIN BOARDS; THE COMMENTS BELOW STILL HOLD TRUE: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ Lately there have been some comments on the various bulletin boards about having general contacts or leaving the packet or crossband repeater on. Remember that ARISS is a guest onboard the ISS and if the crew elects to not turn something on or to operate, then that is their decision. ARISS can only suggest; never demand. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ QSL information may be found at: http://www.arrl.org/ARISS/arissfaq.html http://www.rac.ca/ariss/oindex.htm#QSL's ISS callsigns: DP0ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS, RS0ISS **************************************************************************** ** The complete schedule page has been updated as of 2010-07-09 20:30 UTC. (***) Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and instructions for any contact that may be streamed live. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf (note change of file type) The successful school list has been updated as of 2010-07-02 22:00 UTC. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf Frequency chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing Doppler correction as of 2005-07-29 04:00 UTC http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction .rtf Listing of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30 UTC: http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf **************************************************************************** There have been rumors in the past indicating that the ISS was having direct contacts on the 40 meter band. There is no HF radio equipment on board and available yet. The HF antenna is mounted. Sometimes WA3NAN will retransmit shuttle audio. **************************************************************************** Exp. 23 on orbit Aleksandr Skvortsov Mikhail Korniyenko RN3BF Tracy E. Caldwell KF5DBF Exp. 24 on orbit Yurchikhin RN3FI Douglas H. Wheelock KF5BOC Shannon Walker KD5DXB **************************************************************************** 73, Charlie Sufana AJ9N One of the ARISS operation team mentors

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Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-09 04:00 UTC
by AJ9N＠aol.com 09 Jul '10

09 Jul '10

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2010-07-09 04:00 UTC Quick list of scheduled contacts and events: Cavett Kids Foundation’s Camp Cavett, OU Medical Center, Kingston, OK, USA, direct via W5PAA Contact was successful: Thu 2010-07-08 20:35:43 UTC 21 deg (***) Girl Guides of Canada, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, direct via VE3ZM Contact is a go for: Fri 2010-07-16 17:47:03 UTC 54 deg Simulation contact Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, direct via K9CMM (***) Contact is a go for Thu 2010-07-22 Approx: 16:00-16:45 UTC (***) Contact should be on IRLP. (***) Simulation contact Challenger Learning Center of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, direct via K9CMM (***) Contact is a go for Thu 2010-07-22 Approx: 16:15-17:00 UTC (***) Contact should be on IRLP. (***) Note, all times are approximate. It is recommended that you do your own orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before the listed time. Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 545. (***) Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 33. IN LIGHT OF SOME COMMENTS THAT HAVE APPEARED RECENTLY ON THE VARIOUS BULLETIN BOARDS; THE COMMENTS BELOW STILL HOLD TRUE: ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ Lately there have been some comments on the various bulletin boards about having general contacts or leaving the packet or crossband repeater on. Remember that ARISS is a guest onboard the ISS and if the crew elects to not turn something on or to operate, then that is their decision. ARISS can only suggest; never demand. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ QSL information may be found at: http://www.arrl.org/ARISS/arissfaq.html http://www.rac.ca/ariss/oindex.htm#QSL's ISS callsigns: DP0ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS, RS0ISS **************************************************************************** ** The complete schedule page has been updated as of 2010-07-07 02:00 UTC. (***) Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and instructions for any contact that may be streamed live. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf (note change of file type) The successful school list has been updated as of 2010-07-02 22:00 UTC. http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf Frequency chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing Doppler correction as of 2005-07-29 04:00 UTC http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction .rtf Listing of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30 UTC: http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf **************************************************************************** There have been rumors in the past indicating that the ISS was having direct contacts on the 40 meter band. There is no HF radio equipment on board and available yet. The HF antenna is mounted. Sometimes WA3NAN will retransmit shuttle audio. **************************************************************************** Exp. 23 on orbit Aleksandr Skvortsov Mikhail Korniyenko RN3BF Tracy E. Caldwell KF5DBF Exp. 24 on orbit Yurchikhin RN3FI Douglas H. Wheelock KF5BOC Shannon Walker KD5DXB **************************************************************************** 73, Charlie Sufana AJ9N One of the ARISS operation team mentors

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ARISS - Contact Notification - SHORT NOTICE!
by Graham Lawton G7EVY 08 Jul '10

08 Jul '10

Please join us in listening to the ISS contact with Cavett Kids Foundation's Camp Cavett, OU Medical Centre, Kingston, OK, USA, direct via W5PAA Contact is a go for Thu 8th July at 20:37 UTC. Audio from this contact will be fed into the EchoLink *AMSAT* (101377) and *JK1ZRW* (277208) servers. Audio is generally transmitted around 15 minutes prior to the contact taking place so that you can hear some of the preparation that occurs. Please note that on Echolink there are automatic breaks of 1.5 seconds in the audio transmission. These occur every 2.5 minutes during the event. ** Contact times are approximate. If the ISS executes a reboost or other manoeuvre, the AOS (Acquisition Of Signal) time may alter by a few minutes ** 73, Graham Graham Lawton G7EVY ARISS Audio Distribution Co-ordinator Skype: wizarduk ARISS Twitter Updates: ARISS_status

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