S27E84: Black Hole Simulations, Uranus Mission, and Chinese Rocket Mishap

Join us for SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 84, where we delve into the latest cosmic discoveries and space exploration advancements.First, new ultra-high-resolution cosmology simulations are shaking up long-held beliefs about how supermassive black holes grow and evolve. These simulations reveal that magnetic fields play a far more significant role than previously thought, propping up and shaping the accretion discs that feed these monstrous objects. Discover how these findings are bridging the gap between large-scale cosmic phenomena and the intricate details of star formation.Next, we explore a proposed new NASA flagship mission to study Uranus, one of the solar system's most mysterious ice giants. This mission aims to uncover the secrets behind Uranus' unusual magnetic field, its many moons, and its rings, providing insights left unanswered since the Voyager 2 flybys nearly 50 years ago.Finally, a Chinese rocket launches unexpectedly during a static engine test, leading to a dramatic explosion. Learn about the mishap and its implications for the commercial space company Space Pioneer.00:00:00 " This is spacetime series 27, episode 84, for broadcast on the 12 July 2024
00:00:46 " New ultra high resolution computer simulations are upending ideas about how black holes form
00:13:46 " The planets weird magnetic field is also likely behind another curious Voyager two finding
00:16:17 " Chinese rocket unexpectedly launches during static engine test burn; no one injured
00:17:22 " New study finds cigarette smokers are less conscientious and more extroverted
00:20:07 " Those who believe in the paranormal are claiming recent astronomical events trigger supernatural phenomena
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