High School Chasing the Moon: Astronauts & Technology".

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"Chasing the Moon" highlights the bravery of astronauts and the groundbreaking technology that enabled lunar missions. The Apollo onboard computers, which are significantly less advanced than today's technology, played a crucial role in these historic flights. The discussion references an article comparing the Apollo Guidance Computer to modern systems, illustrating the evolution of aerospace technology. Scott Manley contributes insights on the capabilities of the Apollo computers, emphasizing their importance in space exploration. The series serves as a reminder of the remarkable achievements in both human courage and technological innovation during the Apollo missions.
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PBS series Chasing the Moon
I've seen Chasing the Moon several times but it's on a PBS TV channel now and I'm watching it again. It's just amazing how brave those astronauts were and the technology that got them there.
 
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