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2/27/2004

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Satellite…

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Fun
Maps and Mapping
Science and Technology

— Posted by the Fantasist during the Hour of the Hare which is in the early morning.
The moon is a First Quarter Moon

Is that a star or a satellite in the sky?

Well, with the information, and links, in this article from TechTV, you could find out! It’s a list of information about NASA’s J-Track program that lets you track satellites, and other space objects, right from your browser! It’s really pretty cool and, best of all, it’s free. Hey, your government dollars working for you!
There’s also some information about other NASA software that they use in space missions. So, if you’re interested in just what that light was over your house, here’s how to find out.