SpaceOps 2024 (Space Ops 2024) - International Conference on space operations
On behalf of the organising committee, we would like to thank you for your patience and continued support during this global crisis.
Since 27 March 2020, South Africa has been under a mandated lock down instituted by the President of South Africa, the Honourable Cyril Ramaphosa. The National lockdown has been implemented to aid in flattening of the curve and the rapid spread of COVID-19. The Local Organising Committee is currently operating remotely and providing limited service offering.
Registered and paid delegates, please note that your registration will automatically be valid for SpaceOps 2021, 3 – 7 May 2021 hosted in Cape Town, South Africa. In the event that you unable to attend or would prefer to withdraw your registration, we will review, process refunds upon request and provide the necessary documentation.
Please stay safe.
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Teaching English and exploring Space: British program
03/07/2024
The attraction of space exploration has enthralled humanity for decades, and the United Kingdom has played an essential role in this vast journey. But what if I told you that knowing about British space research helps you improve your English? Exploring the exciting world of space missions, astronauts, and significant scientific discoveries will help you improve your vocabulary, comprehension, and general language skills.
You can make it easy on yourself initially by booking English lessons online at the website. Why is this convenient? When booking a lesson, you can contact the tutor with the topic you are interested in. If the tutor is interested in it or is already an expert, the tutor will prepare a themed lesson.
History of British space exploration
The United Kingdom has a long and rich history of space exploration, stretching back to the mid-twentieth century. The British Interplanetary Society (BIS), established in 1933, was one of the first organisations committed to promoting space travel. The society's members, including renowned people such as Arthur C. Clarke, helped shape early conceptions of space flight and exploration.
The Black Arrow rocket, developed by the United Kingdom in the 1960s, was a significant advance in space technology. This rocket successfully launched the Prospero satellite in 1971, making the United Kingdom one of the few countries to design and launch its satellite. By studying these historical landmarks, you may broaden your vocabulary to include phrases like "satellite," "rocket," "launch," and "interplanetary."
