How did Apollo 11’s computer—weaker than a calculator—land humans on the Moon? Explore the 1960s tech that made history and how it stacks up to your smartphone.
How much computing power went into the Apollo 11 mission? Read More »
Discover how the cryptic ‘1202 alarm’ nearly doomed Apollo 11’s Moon landing—and the quick thinking, NASA’s software genius, and a 24-year-old engineer that saved history.
Discover the purpose and functionality of the Landing Point Designator (LPD), the grid pattern etched on the Lunar Module’s window. Learn how astronauts used this visual aid to guide lunar landings and the challenges they faced during Apollo missions.
Learn about the technology and infrastructure that enabled successful communication during the Apollo 11 mission, including the NASA Deep Space Network, S-band and X-band frequencies, and portable radios used by the astronauts on the lunar surface.
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What was the final fate of the Lunar Module “Eagle”? Apollo 11 LM-5’s ascent stage is on the Moon’s surface, but its exact location remains unknown.
Where is Apollo 11 Lunar Module Now? Read More »
Explore the astonishing gap in technology as we compare Apollo 11’s Guidance Computer to today’s cutting-edge smartphones. Discover how far we’ve come in computing power, memory, and design.
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