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Originally posted by pishu
doesn't it seem a little odd to anyone that the data on JPL has not been updated for at least 5 days and that there is nothing said about the mass of this object?
ssd.jpl.nasa.gov.../2010%20X1;orb=1;cov=0;log=0;cad=0#orb
Originally posted by nataylor
The correct term is astronomer, not astrologer. And I don't think NASA has had much to say about Elenin.
Originally posted by loagun
Ahhh it appears you are right. I knew it was discovered by an amateur astrologer outside of NASA, however I was under the impression that NASA quickly stepped in picked up the story, and has been doing the PR about it ever since(it still looks that was if you care to check out NASA's web page).
So what the deal with comet elenin, there does not seem to be too much credible information. Everyone seems to be freaking out about it, but no one even knows how big it is. Does this comet pose a threat and what is its size and nature? ...
I have been receiving many questions about Comet Elenin. Many of them refer to the outrageous lies on some conspiracy theory websites, which are amplified by people who seem to think this comet is highly unusual. It is not unusual, and it is not a threat to Earth. See the Wikipedia article on this comet [en.wikipedia.org...] for more information. C2010 X1 Elenin (to give its full name) is a long-period comet, which takes about 10,000 years to complete one orbit around the Sun. It was discovered with a robotic telescope in New Mexico on 10 December 2010 by Russian amateur astronomer Leonid Elenin. When comets or asteroids are first discovered, their orbits are quite uncertain; usually it takes several months of observations to firmly establish the orbit. Elenin's perihelion (closest to the Sun) is in early September 2011 at a distance from the Sun of 40-45 million miles. It will be closest to Earth on about 16 October, at a distance of about 21 million miles, which is nearly a hundred times farther than the Moon. The comet never comes close to the Earth, but it is expected to be visible in binoculars during August and October. Part of the Internet chatter concerns its size. Comets are exceedingly small and enveloped in a tenuous cloud of gas and dust, so the only way to be sure of their actual dimensions is to visit with a spacecraft. Half a dozen comets have been the target of spacecraft missions, and all of them (even Comet Halley) are less than 10 km in diameter. There is no reason to think Elenin is any different. This means its mass is less than one billionth the mass of the Earth. Needless to say, we will not be aware of the tiny gravitational pull from Elenin.
There's a big difference between astrologer and astronomer. The differences are quite important. My tone was meant to be nothing more than a helpful correction.
Originally posted by loagun
Oh wow, thank you for correcting my 5 AM mistake where I accidently wrote astrologer instead of astronomer, and what nice tone you write it in too.
Yup, they've got a couple Ask an Astrobiologist answers that deal with Elenin. Other than that, and the JPL Small Body Database info, no real commentary or data. Certainly not any kind of PR campaign. As I said, NASA doesn't have much to say about Elenin.
Originally posted by loagun
In an equally level tone; No, you are wrong. NASA has cited a number of pages to 'Comet Elenin' on it's official website which can be seen accessed by performing a simple search on it's main page. Here is a some information that NASA has said; some.....
Originally posted by nataylor
Originally posted by pishu
doesn't it seem a little odd to anyone that the data on JPL has not been updated for at least 5 days and that there is nothing said about the mass of this object?
ssd.jpl.nasa.gov.../2010%20X1;orb=1;cov=0;log=0;cad=0#orb
They need to get data from a number of additional observations in order to update the data. Before the March 3rd update, the previous update was made on February 23rd. So I'd expect it to update every 8 to 10 days.
Originally posted by SubjectQR46J29P
reply to post by Ophiuchus 13
In 11.11.2011 The comet will change its path and this is a super comet we are talking about, which is why if it will fly by close it will be pulled towards Earth. So that pathway will change at the first signs America and other countries will try to shut it down. But it will be a false flag and it will be too late, so listen to the news and radio as soon as you see the signs start preparing food and a shelter for 2 years worth. This is the comet that will split the Earth into kingdoms after its impact. I said enough already but understand you will see the signs for yourself so watch the news and listen to the radio the best you can do is prepare.
Also make sure to stack up on stuff you can trade with the survivors it will be the difference between getting killed in the new world.
You will see the signs of proof in the coming months April, June,August, November.
Actually, the minimum distance is at .23 AU right now. And with a calculated magnitude in to 6 to 8 range, it might not even be visible to the naked eye.
Originally posted by shagulahe absolute closest they figure it could possibly get at this time is .15 AU which is nowhere near enough to be concerned about it crashing into Earth... lol.
Originally posted by nataylor
There's a big difference between astrologer and astronomer. The differences are quite important. My tone was meant to be nothing more than a helpful correction.
Originally posted by loagun
Oh wow, thank you for correcting my 5 AM mistake where I accidentally wrote astrologer instead of astronomer, and what nice tone you write it in too.
Yup, they've got a couple Ask an Astrobiologist answers that deal with Elenin. Other than that, and the JPL Small Body Database info, no real commentary or data. Certainly not any kind of PR campaign. As I said, NASA doesn't have much to say about Elenin.
Originally posted by loagun
In an equally level tone; No, you are wrong. NASA has cited a number of pages to 'Comet Elenin' on it's official website which can be seen accessed by performing a simple search on it's main page. Here is a some information that NASA has said; some.....
Perhaps he doesn't get paid for his time doing minor planet searches. That would make him an amateur, by definition. But if he is an amateur, semi-pro- or professional, what does it matter?
Originally posted by loagunHmmm now isn't that odd? Now how can he be work for an educational institution, a university ne doubt, and teach astrology, and yet also be an "amateur" like NASA reports?
The telescope he used is hosted at this site: New Mexico Skies. If you want to get together with some buddies and buy a telescope and pay this place for hosting, you too can have your own remote observatory.
So as NASA states Mr. Elenin discovered the comet(also known as C/2010 X1 according to NASA and Wikipedia) when he was using a 'robotic telescope in New Mexico'. Now how on Earth would an 'amateur astrologer' as NASA deemed Mr. Elenin ever get access to a robotic telescope in New Mexico?
You missed the one they actually use, hosted by a private company
So I decided to look up these robotic telescoped in New Mexico and I found all of them.
I just did. Also, your post was still littered with the word astrologer. It's not 5AM any more, so you have no excuse to keep using the wrong word.
So yes nataylor, an entire PR campaign by NASA. beat that.
Originally posted by Ophiuchus 13
reply to post by loagun
If what you say is true which im not doubting. Do you feel this is part of Bluebeam- depopulation attempt- or distracting the fear associated with Elenin if true on its way here?
You made some good points, thanks.
Originally posted by nataylor
Perhaps he doesn't get paid for his time doing minor planet searches. That would make him an amateur, by definition. But if he is an amateur, semi-pro- or professional, what does it matter?
Originally posted by loagunHmmm now isn't that odd? Now how can he be work for an educational institution, a university ne doubt, and teach astrology, and yet also be an "amateur" like NASA reports?
The telescope he used is hosted at this site: New Mexico Skies. If you want to get together with some buddies and buy a telescope and pay this place for hosting, you too can have your own remote observatory.
So as NASA states Mr. Elenin discovered the comet(also known as C/2010 X1 according to NASA and Wikipedia) when he was using a 'robotic telescope in New Mexico'. Now how on Earth would an 'amateur astrologer' as NASA deemed Mr. Elenin ever get access to a robotic telescope in New Mexico?
You missed the one they actually use, hosted by a private company
So I decided to look up these robotic telescoped in New Mexico and I found all of them.
I just did. Also, your post was still littered with the word astrologer. It's not 5AM any more, so you have no excuse to keep using the wrong word.
So yes nataylor, an entire PR campaign by NASA. beat that.edit on 10-3-2011 by nataylor because: (no reason given)
Originally posted by flashcube
reply to post by loagun
I am amazed at your work! Loagun, it is people like you that make ats, what it is! You are really passionate about your belief here so, I am looking forward to reviewing more of the information you so kindly brought to our attention. Thankyou