speeq

18 ms·

121.
by speeq 12y ago
Here is some excellent info on their radiation-tolerant design: http://aviationweek.com/blog/dragons-radiation-tolerant-desi... It's not about cost at all: > It's really not the expense that drives it. We
122.
The Future of Space Launch Is Near(justatinker.com)
108 points by speeq 12y ago|55 comments
123.
by speeq 12y ago
> "In 1982, Larry Walters flew across Los Angeles in a lawn chair lifted by weather balloons..." I watched an old episode of MythBusters last night on YouTube where they tested exactly that, it was Season 1 Episode 3 - if anyon
124.
by speeq 12y ago
> paper books which DO pay VAT The article mentions that paper books in the UK are VAT exempt?
125.
by speeq 12y ago
Steve Jurvetson wants to disband the TSA. The following text is copied from his post: https://www.flickr.com/photos/jurvetson/315439026 --- I focused on scenarios for removing all security checkpoints and delays f
126.
by speeq 12y ago
Thanks! They seem to have replaced the linear regulator with a switching regulator (which is more efficient) on the A+ & B+ models. I agree though, doing only one transformation would be more efficient - but I'm not sure which USB
127.
by speeq 12y ago
Power consumption of the Model A+ with 1Wh sounds impressive. Does the Pi also have a sleep mode where it draws even less? Using two Panasonic NCR18650B 18650 batteries (each ~12Wh) and a 3V to 5V step-up converter it should be able to run
128.
by speeq 12y ago
Veritasium does some great videos too: https://www.youtube.com/user/1veritasium/videos
129.
by speeq 12y ago
Sent you an email to username @ gmail regarding one possible option.
130.
by speeq 12y ago
CloudFlare is currently completely down for me.
131.
by speeq 12y ago
Doesn't it have a default shortcut? I think "Shift + Esc" opens it.
132.
Imagotag – Electronic Shelf Labelling(imagotag.com)
5 points by speeq 12y ago|1 comments
133.
Future Teslas Could Come “Energy Included”(teslarati.com)
1 points by speeq 12y ago|0 comments
134.
by speeq 12y ago
"This was not the biggest incentive package", says Elon Musk at the announcement - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7XTyJJmlyo
135.
by speeq 12y ago
Link to PDF: http://crypto.stanford.edu/gyrophone/files/gyromic.pdf
136.
by speeq 12y ago
Dragon V2 will have a Launch Escape System, which is used to quickly separate the crew module from the rest of the rocket in case of an emergency. http://www.collectspace.com/review/spacex_las01.jpg
137.
by speeq 12y ago
"We've got to tunnel one of these vehicles into the ground by trying something really hard." - Gwynne Shotwell, President and COO of SpaceX
138.
by speeq 12y ago
Source? This is what they said during one of their earnings calls: Barclays Capital – Question about $35,000 price point – before or after tax credits? Deepak Ahuja (CFO): The $35,000 does not assume that the $7,500 federal tax credit is no
139.
by speeq 12y ago
Yeah, he said: "Loop around the moon, possibly land on the moon - just to prove the capability" - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thKMqN-2E4s#t=50
140.
by speeq 12y ago
First photos of debris: http://imgur.com/a/s7AkM From the crash site (WARNING GRAPHIC / NSFL): https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BswpDkqIcAAp6Wp.jpg:orig
141.
by speeq 12y ago
Is Helium connected to the SigFox network?: http://www.technologyreview.com/news/527376/silicon-valley-t...
142.
by speeq 12y ago
Sneak peek of controls: http://i.imgur.com/EbHiQC1.jpg And crew seats: http://i.imgur.com/76FyMsh.jpg
143.
SpaceX Dragon V2 Unveil Event Livestream [Scheduled: 7:00PM PT](new.livestream.com)
2 points by speeq 12y ago|1 comments
144.
by speeq 13y ago
I think Elon Musk also invested in Stripe, which I found was interesting.
145.
by speeq 13y ago
Tesla repaid their loan nine years early and is the only American car company to have fully repaid the government ever. This is a company the American Taxpayer should be truly proud of. Also, do you really believe Elon Musk started an elect
146.
by speeq 13y ago
Well, let's say I own a successful business in the UK, want to expand to the US and expect significant growth within the first year - does a L-1 visa allow me to open a new office in the US, if I hire someone competent to take over UK
147.
by speeq 13y ago
"L-1 visa for inter-company transfers If you've worked for the company in a foreign subsidiary for at least one year in the preceding three years, you may be eligible for a L-1 visa. When the H-1B cap is reached, large companies l
148.
by speeq 13y ago
What does "acq" stand for? Acquisition?
149.
Tesla Model S Cross Country Rally – Los Angeles to New York [video](youtube.com)
5 points by speeq 13y ago|0 comments
150.
SpaceX Mission Overview | THAICOM 6 Launch (youtube.com)
1 points by speeq 13y ago|0 comments

More ›