NASA | GLASTcast | Special Edition: Launching a Spacecraft

The transcript discusses the dual emotions of excitement and anxiety experienced during a space launch. It highlights the thrill of seeing years of work come to fruition and the tension of relinquishing control to another team. The narrative emphasizes the high stakes involved, as a lot of effort and futures depend on the success of the launch. It also touches on the joy of potential new discoveries in space and the excitement of receiving data from the instruments sent into orbit.

What is the primary emotion associated with witnessing a launch?

• Boredom

• Excitement

• Fear

• Confusion

What is a major concern for the team on the day of the launch?

• Lack of media coverage

• Transfer of control to another group

• Insufficient funding

• Weather conditions

Why is there a period of anxiety during the launch?

• The team is not experienced

• The team is unsure of the launch time

• The launchpad is not ready

• There are many ways a launch can fail

What is the ultimate goal of launching a satellite?

• To test new technology

• To explore and learn about the universe

• To gain media attention

• To compete with other countries

What exciting possibility does launching a new satellite offer?

• Avoiding risks

• Proving existing theories

• Discovering unexpected phenomena

• Seeing familiar things