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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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