Everyday Astronaut Courses

Could We Help Push Rockets to Orbit?

Explore innovative rocket launch assistance technologies like vacuum tunnel maglev catapults and their potential to revolutionize space transportation systems.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Tour Kennedy Space Center Visitor's Complex - In-Depth Look at Historic Spacecraft and Rockets

Explore Kennedy Space Center's historic spacecraft and rockets with expert commentary on Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Saturn V, Falcon Heavy, and modern space vehicles.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

SpaceX Reveals New Starship Lunar Lander Plans

Discover SpaceX's latest Starship lunar lander designs and plans for NASA's Artemis program through detailed analysis of new renders and press releases.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Who's in Charge of Terminating a Rocket - Range Safety and Flight Termination Systems

Discover the critical role of Range Safety in rocket launches, from weather monitoring and exclusion zones to the dramatic responsibility of flight termination systems.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Apollo 16 Astronaut Charlie Duke's Incredible Keynote

Discover Apollo 16 astronaut Charlie Duke's inspiring keynote sharing his legendary space experiences and insights from his moon-walking mission at the Astro Awards ceremony.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Truth About the Apollo Moon Landings: Examining Common Questions and Evidence

Explore common questions and misconceptions about the Apollo moon landings through detailed analysis of footage, technical explanations, and historical evidence addressing key conspiracy theories and scientific facts.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Start a Rocket Engine - Chilldown, Spin Up, Thermal Conditioning & Ignition

Comprehensive exploration of rocket engine startup processes, from solid motors to complex liquid-fueled engines. Covers thermal conditioning, spin-up, ignition, and space-specific challenges, with a detailed RS-25 example.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How Stoke Space's Unique Rocket Works - Exclusive Tour & Interview

Exclusive tour and in-depth explanation of Stoke Space's innovative fully reusable rocket, featuring its unique aerospike engine, actively cooled heat shield, and precision reentry capabilities.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Rocket Engine Cycles - How Do You Power a Rocket Engine?

Comprehensive exploration of rocket engine cycles, from simple cold gas thrusters to complex full flow staged combustion systems. Covers pros, cons, and examples of each type, offering insights into rocket propulsion technology.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Why Don't Rocket Engines Melt? How Engineers Keep Engines Cool

Explore innovative cooling techniques for rocket engines, including heatsinks, fuel ratios, ablative, regenerative, film, and radiative cooling. Learn how engineers prevent engine meltdown in extreme heat conditions.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Entire Soviet Rocket Engine Family Tree

Comprehensive exploration of Soviet rocket engine development, tracing their evolution, technological advancements, and impact on space exploration. Includes fascinating stories and lesser-known facts about these pioneering propulsion systems.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Blue Origin vs Virgin Galactic - How Do They Compare?

Comprehensive comparison of Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic's suborbital spaceflight systems, exploring their technologies, experiences, and unique features for commercial space tourism.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Why Does Starship Belly Flop?

Exploring SpaceX Starship's unique belly flop maneuver: aerodynamics, engine throttling, and safety considerations for this innovative landing technique in spacecraft design.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Complete Guide to Starship - Falcon 9 vs Starship: What's New? What's Different?

Comprehensive comparison of SpaceX's Starship and Falcon 9, exploring new technologies, materials, and design innovations for interplanetary travel. Detailed analysis of engines, reusability, and ambitious goals.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Can Starship Help Make the Artemis Program Better Than Apollo?

Comprehensive comparison of NASA's Artemis and Apollo programs, analyzing hardware, missions, safety, costs, and sustainability. Explores potential improvements and challenges in returning humans to the moon.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video