Just read "The Moon is a Harsh Mistress" to find the origin of the term. While I like Heinlien's work, there's a lot of it to wade through for one acronym. Or just read the Jargon File.
I haven't seen any data, but don't forget that the detection method currently used (starlight dopler shifts due to gravitational perturbation) will tend to favor large planets in eccentric orbits. At least until the methods are refined:)
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I'm not aware that any asteroids, earth-crossing or not, have radio signatures. Optical telescopes are needed for asteroid searches...
Just think of it as evolution in action.
Casualties of this magnitude should be regarded as an act of war.
Well, if she didn't you just gave the most recent crop of Randroids a wonderful idea...
Just read "The Moon is a Harsh Mistress" to find the origin of the term. While I like Heinlien's work, there's a lot of it to wade through for one acronym. Or just read the Jargon File.
Coupled with a photovoltaic area on the cover.
That would be the "Harlequin's Kiss." Citadel Journal recently released an updated version of the Harlequin's army list.
I haven't seen any data, but don't forget that the detection method currently used (starlight dopler shifts due to gravitational perturbation) will tend to favor large planets in eccentric orbits. At least until the methods are refined :)
You bet. The trouble with the kids today is... They're too young.