Monday, February 22, 2010

Atlas V Rocket Sonic Shockwave

Solar Dynamics Observatory Launch, Feb 11, 2010

A sun dog is a prismatic bright spot in the sky caused by sun shining through ice crystals. The Atlas V rocket exceeded the speed of sound in this layer of ice crystals, making the shock wave visible from the ground.

Best viewed in 720p, happens around the 1:52 mark



Thanks To Keith at BagOfNothing

U2 - 360° in Time Lapse

Did you see the 360° show in 2009? And did you look up at the mighty stage and wonder how long it took to build ? Just a couple of minutes as it turns out... when you're watching it on time lapse video. Like this one.

Takes several days to build the breathtaking spectacle that is the 360° touring 'Spaceship'.

But as you probably haven't got days to watch this beautiful creature emerge from the trucks onto the stadium floor, you might want to check out this clever piece of time lapse photography which captures the stage being built and performed on. And taken down again ready for the next city.



Thanks To Keith at BagOfNothing

Big Picture: Vancouver 2010, part 1 of 2

Today is Day 8 of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver Canada, almost the halfway mark, and it's time to have a look at the activities in British Columbia. Over 100 medals have been awarded so far, with the United States, Germany, Norway and Canada leading the medal race. This year's event has been nicknamed by some as the Glitch Games, with more than its share of problems, from a malfunctioning cauldron on opening night to weather problems and course troubles. VANOC officials said they were working on the issues they could control, and were optimistic as athletes continued to deliver amazing performances in the many venues around Vancouver. Collected here are some photos from Days 1-8, with more to follow in another entry after the closing ceremony. (45 photos total)
Click on the image to see the full collection.