Jordanian Astronomical Society: The International Space Station decorates the skies of Jordan on Wednesday

2024-07-10 2024-07-10T08:12:48Z

Weather of Arabia - Dr. said. Ammar Al-Sakkji, President of the Jordanian Astronomical Society, said that the International Space Station (ISS) will adorn the Jordanian sky today, Wednesday, July 10, 2024, and the International Space Station will cross the Jordanian space horizon from 8:47:52 PM to 8:58:32 PM Jordan time, and travel through orbit. the next:

Its journey begins from the southwest at an angle of 235 degrees, where it reaches its maximum altitude in the northwest direction at an angle of 317 degrees. Its magnitude at this moment is about -2.7, and it sets toward the northwest at an angle of 40 degrees.

The distance between the International Space Station and the city of Amman at sunrise is about 2,326 kilometers, at a maximum altitude of 539 kilometers, and 2,338 kilometers at sunset.

Therefore, we advise sky and astronomy lovers and those interested to follow the station at its “maximum altitude” around 8:53:11 PM, and its path at this time in the sky will be “before the constellation Ursa Major (the Great Daughters of the Coffin) on its way towards the constellation Ursa Minor,” because it will be It is clear according to standard astronomical observation data, and these astronomical data were calculated in the north of the city of Amman. As for the other regions in Jordan, there is a discrepancy.

It is easy to see with the naked eye, and it can also be photographed using cameras, telescopes, and mobile phone cameras.

Are transits of the International Space Station a frequent event?

The transit of the International Space Station is a recurring event, and is seen at different times in many countries of the world, but the clarity of the atmosphere plays a major role in viewing it and enjoying monitoring and photographing it, especially from areas far from light pollution, especially tourist places in Jordan such as Wadi Rum, desert palaces, and rural and desert places. Different from the north to the south of the Kingdom.

The International Space Station is a remarkable human achievement of physics, engineering, technology and cooperation. It is the largest human-made space object, with a length of approximately 108 meters, or approximately the size of a football field. It orbits the Earth approximately every 93 minutes, for the past 25 years, 7 months and 8 days. To date, a major laboratory in space, this unique laboratory serves as a center for microgravity and space environment research where scientific research, technological advancement and international cooperation are promoted.

The International Space Station is managed by the US space agency NASA, the Russian space agency Roscosmos, the Japanese space agency JAXA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Canadian Space Agency, in addition to various space agencies participating in scientific research and experiments, including Arab space agencies, and it has been continuously inhabited since 2000, marking a milestone in human space exploration. Its modular structure allows for continuous expansion and modernization, supporting a wide range of experiments that would be impossible to perform on Earth .

Research conducted on the International Space Station covers various fields, including physics, biology, medicine, astronomy and meteorology.

Scientists use the station's microgravity environment to study phenomena that we can experience on Earth due to gravity, such as fluid dynamics, combustion, and the behavior of organisms, plants, and agriculture in space.

Not only does this scientific research advance our understanding of basic scientific principles, but it also has practical applications that lead to advances in medicine, materials science, and technology. The International Space Station also serves as a testbed for future space exploration missions, including those aimed at returning humans to the moon and flying in space. The end to Mars .

Besides its scientific contributions, the International Space Station is a symbol of international cooperation and peaceful exploration, and has promoted “space diplomacy.” It brings together space agencies from multiple countries, enhancing the spirit of cooperation and mutual benefit. This partnership transcends geopolitical boundaries, demonstrating that when nations work Together, they can achieve extraordinary achievements. The success of the International Space Station mission not only advances our scientific knowledge, but also inspires future generations to pursue careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, physics, geology and mathematics, ensuring that the spirit of exploration continues to flourish .