While the 2nd Integrated Test Flight of Starship ultimately ended in the loss of both vehicles, it was undoubtably a massive improvement from SpaceX's first attempt.
This episode is a deep dive analysis of critical upgrades to Starship Superheavy.
There is a very large focus placed on Booster 7 in this episode. There were a lot of lessons learned from IFT-1 and its important to understand why each of the changes to Booster 9 were necessary.
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0:00 Intro: Tale of 2 Boosters 1:45 Booster Bidet Performance 3:15 Post IFT-1 Challenges 5:20 Raptor 2 Electric TVC Upgrades 9:11 Mitigating Raptor Explosion Risks 12:08 Center Engine Blast Containment 14:32 Original Boost Engine Blast Containment 16:47 B7 Testing Explosion - Insufficient Blast Shielding 19:25 B7 Robustness Upgrades Finally Explained 20:41 IFT-1 Engine RUD Isolation Failure 22:50 B9 Upgraded Engine Isolation Explained 26:20 Fire Suppression & Why Its Needed 27:55 B7 Fire Suppression System Explained 31:15 Why CO2 Instead of Nitrogen? 31:45 IFT-1 Fire Suppression Failure 33:20 B9's 15X Fire Suppression Upgrade 39:55 Raptor Engine Startup Failures 40:45 IFT-2 B9 Performance Analysis 45:35 FTS System Upgrade 49:05 Hot Staging??? 49:40 Outro & End Credits
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get started drone photography?
You have many options to begin photographing with a drone. The first option is to buy a ready-made drone kit. You will get everything you need to get started. They vary in price from $200 to $500 depending upon the model.
The other option is to build your drone. Even though this can be difficult, it is still possible to build a drone that will take decent photos or videos.
We recommend that you start with a quadcopter if you want to build your own drone. As found on conventional helicopters, a quadcopter has four rotors (or propellers) instead of two.
A quadcopter is easier to assemble and maintain than a helicopter. It is also less expensive to buy and easier to transport.
You'll first need to select the right parts. You will need props, motors, batteries controllers and controllers. It is important to choose the correct size and weight.
Next, you need to choose what type of controller to use. There are many types of controllers available. A built-in camera is an option, as you don’t need to attach a separate device. We recommend buying one.
Once you've picked the right parts you can start assembling your drone. Pre-assembled kits are recommended to make it easier. However, you can also build your own drone by following a few steps.
Step 1 Attach the battery pack
For your quadcopter to be built, you'll need the battery pack connected to the motor. To start, remove the cover from the battery pack. Next, slide your battery into place.
Step2: Connect the motors
Next, you'll need to install the motors in the appropriate slots. Each motor must be placed in the appropriate slot. Install the motors facing forward, perpendicular and in the designated slot.
Step3: Installing the propeller
Last, attach the propellers and frame. Be sure to place them at equal distances.
Now you are ready to test your drone. If you see no movement when you turn on the engine, double-check that the propellers are facing forward. You should also make sure there is no obstruction between the propellers.
Which hour is best to photograph drones?
The drone could capture aerial photos during sunrise and dusk hours, when there isn’t much activity on earth.
Drones can be used to capture stunning photos of landscapes or the sky above. Sometimes drones can't fly at night so you might miss spectacular views.
To ensure you don't miss out on any potential photo ops, consider flying during sunrise and sunset hours. Because there are fewer cars and more people on the roads, these times offer stunning opportunities for photos of nature.
You will find it easier to shoot in low light levels.
Furthermore, you don't have to worry about strong winds or rain, snow, fog, or freezing temperatures. All of these factors make daylight perfect to take photos with drones.
However, if you want to capture some nighttime scenes, consider flying during moonlit nights. This will allow you to see the cityscape from a different perspective.
How much money do drone photographers make?
A photographer makes more than $10k per gig depending on how long he/she flies for and where he/she shoots. Photographers who work in remote areas, such as forests or national parks, could make upwards of $20-30 per hour.
The average person earns between $15-$25 an hour working in retail, which means you could earn $50-$75 flying drones if you wanted to. There are many opportunities to make even more. Drone pilots often fly for companies that require them cross-country or international travel.
It is possible to charge $100 to $300 per flight depending on how many miles you cover and how much time you spent flying. It can quickly add up, but if your passion is photography and flying, this may be worth it.
Can drones take night photos?
Yes, that's the answer. But we have been doing it for years. We've been taking pictures at night for decades.
But there's a catch. Night photography requires special equipment. There's no way to do it with any camera that costs less than $10k.
The wavelengths of light that bounce back from objects when they are hit by light can vary.
These wavelengths are combined to produce white light at very far distances from their source.
This is how our eyes are able to see colors even when the sun is miles away.
However, when light strikes an object near its source, it reflects within a narrow band wavelengths. These wavelengths bounce back straight to us, without overlapping.
This means that objects appear brighter when they are closer to each other. This is why objects appear to glow under black light.
The amount of light reflected depends on how much energy the object absorbs. So when light hits an object, it may reflect more blue light than red light.
Blue light is the most visible to the human eye, so objects will appear more blue if they are seen under black light.
What does all this have to do about drones? A very bright light source is required if you are trying to capture dark areas, such as a forest, or cave.
A standard lamp will not provide enough illumination to illuminate the whole scene. It will only provide a shadowed view and not much else.
If you want a good picture, you'll need to use a strobe instead. You won't want to lug around a large flashgun so you will need a smaller one.
Because they produce flashes that are so rapid, these lights are often called speedlights.
When we say "stroboscopic," you can watch the light pulse across the screen. The higher the speed, the better the picture.
We won't cover how to set-up a Speedlight. But there are plenty of tutorials online.
We will tell, for clear pictures, that you need to ensure that the subject is evenly illuminated.
You should aim the beam at a 45 degree angle to achieve this. You can adjust the light's intensity by moving the flashgun's head.
Once you have found the right setting, hold the gun steady while pressing the shutter release button.
Once the flash has reached the subject's area, press the shutter yet again. This will fire another flashgun burst.
The subject will be illuminated by the first burst. The second burst will capture that moment.
The end result is a continuous exposure with both bursts light and recorded.
Now that you are able to take photographs during the day, let us move on to night photography.
I have already covered everything you need on night photography.
There's one more thing to be covered: the color balance.
Most people assume that all the images taken at night will be too dark.
And that's true - but it's also true for daytime pictures.
It doesn’t matter if you’re taking photos at dawn, dusk or both; the camera will always take a darker picture.
What is the best way to capture drone photography?
Drone photography requires more than just flying a plane. Planning and executing a successful drone shoot requires a lot of considerations. You need to consider everything, from choosing the best location to how much insurance you will need to conduct a successful aerial shoot.
The most important thing you can do is make sure that your drones are allowed to fly in the location you want to photograph. You should check to see if there are restrictions on where and how you can fly your drone. If there are, you might have to apply for a permit to fly them in the area.
It is also important to verify the laws in your country. Some countries require drone pilot permits, while others restrict the number of flights that can be made within a certain time frame.
In addition to obtaining permission to fly drones, you'll need to find somewhere safe and secure to land your drone after each flight. You can often rent a landing pad from local businesses, which will charge you per hour and provide you with storage space. Alternatively, you could buy a dedicated landing pad.
Before you start shooting, it is important to determine what kind of drone you would like to use. Different drones offer different capabilities and features. For example, fixed-wing drones tend to cost less and are easier to control, whereas multirotor drones are more powerful and stable.
You will first have to decide on the type of drone that you want. Then, you need to decide what equipment you need. A drone camera usually consists of a gimbal, remote controller, batteries, and memory cards.
The camera is stabilized by the gimbal during flight. To ensure the drone stays stable, the gimbal attaches to its body.
Remote controllers enable you to pilot your drone remotely. These devices come with joysticks as well as buttons that allow the drone to be moved forward, backward, left, right, or left. You can also adjust its altitude.
Batteries power the drone's motors and cameras, and memory cards store photos taken by the drone. You will need to ensure enough battery life so that your drone can take clear photos.
Once you've chosen the equipment that you need, it's time to plan where you want to shoot. Are you going to be shooting indoors or outside? Are you going for architecture or landscape photography? Which part of the world are you going? All these factors influence the way you need to prepare for your shoot.
Lighting is an essential part of indoor photography. Multiple lights will help lighten a room. Consider placing one large lamp above the subject and another near the center. Another light is close to the floor.
When outdoors, wind conditions are important. Drone pilots may experience problems if they are blown off course by windy conditions. Therefore, you should only take off when the weather is calm.
Consider whether additional equipment such as stands or tripods is necessary when you select your location. These items will ensure that your drone is level and stable so you don’t lose any quality shots.
Outdoor shoots can be done between 10 AM and 4 PM. There won't be many people around during this time, but there will still enough light to make great photos.
The conclusion is that drone photography can be more than fun. You can create amazing images by following a few simple steps.
How do I fly my drone?
Flying a drone requires practice. It takes time to learn how to fly drones. For beginners, we recommend practicing indoors or close to home.
There are three essential skills that you need to know in order to fly a Drone. These are taking off, hovering and landing.
Taking Off
Taking off is simply lifting the drone into the air. You can do this by pressing the button on controller until the drone begins moving upward. After the drone reaches an appropriate height, release the button.
Hovering
Hovering is a way to keep the drone still in midair. To hover, hold down the left or right trigger while pressing the throttle. You can move the drone by tilting the controller by holding down both triggers.
Landing
Landing means returning the drone to earth safely. To land, let go of the throttle and gently tilt the controller towards the ground. The drone will eventually slow down, and then land.
Fly your drone as comfortable as possible. Make sure you don't crash into anything.
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A drone photo is a great way of capturing amazing images. When done right, you can get a stunning result that is even better than any picture taken with your camera.
However, there are several ways to improve the quality and appeal of your images. You should make sure that your settings are appropriate for the model you are photographing.
Several apps and tools can be used to edit photos after they are taken. Adobe Photoshop Lightroom lets you import multiple files at the same time and allows you to adjust each shot individually.
You can crop or enhance specific parts of an image. You can also remove unwanted objects or adjust lighting and contrast.
Snapseed also offers basic editing tools such as cropping or brightness adjustments and color correcting.
Post-processing is important, but it's also crucial to ensure that your final product looks professional.
This means that you need to know how to set up your camera properly and how best to position yourself.
Also, be sure to choose the right settings on your lens. If you are shooting landscapes, you should choose a longer focal length (such 200mm), while for close-ups you should opt for a shorter focal (such 50mm).
Learn how to shoot RAW format, which gives you more control over the final image.
You can create amazing drone images once you have mastered these techniques.
