Men in sheds - the moon rocket

Ian Johnston SpeakerNet Sponsor


Region:
West Midlands
Notice Period:
Emergency (maybe less than one week's notice)
Type:
Hobby
Fee:
Paid: £60 + travel @25p a mile
Category:
Science
Updated:
3rd July 2024
Tagged:
Rocket | Moon | Science

A account of a plan to launch a very small space craft to the moon using technology that would be available to "men in sheds". The study was undertaken for a TV company. The talk covers some of the issues associated with the design of the rocket and spacecraft, choosing the launch site and is aimed at an audience with an interest in technology

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About Ian Johnston

I am a retired rocket scientist with a passion for wildlife, travel, modern technology, photography and SCUBA diving. All these subjects form the basis of the talks I have been providing to U3A groups, Probus clubs, social groups and specialist organisations for many years.

My talks are illustrated with high quality photographs, sound tracks, short vidoes and audio video sequencies.

I am happy to travel reasonable distancies to venues or use video conferencing systems such as Zoom, Teams, Google Meet etc which I can host if required.

The talks I offer are timed at 1hour, but can be adjusted if necessary


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