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Critical Knowledge inSight: Open-mindedness

A leader who keeps an open mind will bring in more diverse opinions and ideas to help a project succeed.

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In this Small Steps, Giant Leaps podcast graphic, we are showing a team of technicians checking one of James Webb Space Telescope's mirror segments. Credit: NASA
Podcast Episode 78: Engineering Best Practices–Part 1

NASA Chief Engineer Ralph Roe discusses engineering best practices.

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Spotlight on Lessons Learned: Electrical Short Circuits due to Tin Whiskers

An investigation into the cause of intermittent electrical shorts on the Cassini space probe over a six-year period determined they were most likely due to the presence of tin whiskers. 

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The GOES-R series of satellites, shown here in an artist rendering, provide advanced imagery and measurements for a variety of applications, from detailed monitoring of weather systems to tracking environmental hazards, such as wildfires, dust storms, and volcanic eruptions. Credit: NASA
NASA, NOAA Prepare for GOES-T Launch

Latest weather satellite will improve forecast models, wildfire tracking.

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Podcast Episode 77: VERITAS
Podcast Episode 77: VERITAS

NASA’s John Brophy discusses the VERITAS mission to Venus.

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NASA astronauts James D. A. “Ox” van Hoften, and George D. “Pinky” Nelson train to capture and repair the Solar Maximum Mission spacecraft at Marshall Space Flight Center’s Neutral Buoyancy Simulator. The training included using the Manned Maneuvering Unit (MMU). Credit: NASA/MSFC
This Month in NASA History: Solar Maximum Mission

Rescued spacecraft examined sunspots, solar flares and more.

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January 2022 INSIGHT Now Available

Don’t miss the latest issue of INSIGHT, APPEL Knowledge Services’ online publication featuring our new podcasts, columns, articles, lessons learned and more. We invite you to read it today on our website.

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Spotlight on Lessons Learned: Cable Harness Wiring and Connector Anomalies Caused by Induced Damage in Human Spaceflight Vehicles

NASA has discovered wiring damage issues in every crewed vehicle system, but early indications suggest the new generation of vehicles appears to benefit from more simplified designs and lower technician traffic during integration.

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An orange zinnia floats in the International Space Station, part of a successful effort to grow flowers and lettuce in space. The project connects astronauts to home and augments their food supply. Credit: NASA
NASA Crowdsources Space Food Innovation

Deep Space Food Challenge enters Phase 2 with demonstration projects.

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