[🇧🇩] Space Program in Bangladesh

[Old School]

Why do people from such poor countries want a space program? Obviously do deflect the sad state of their situation. No intelligent person from Pakistan wants a space program at this point.

Only delusional Pakistanis and Muhajir neo-liberals crave for one. I had been against one and advocated the money being spent on population reduction.

Ancient Roman satirist Juvelan said, " Give them bread and circuses, and they will never revolt!" Occupy your brain with nonsense - this loves politicians!
"Bread and Circuses" is a metaphor that refers to a simplistic way of pacifying people. In the context of politics, the phrase describes the act of gaining public support not through exceptional public service or policy-making but by merely satisfying the fleeting and superficial needs of the people. Additionally, the phrase suggests that the sense of duty towards the community among the general population is being eroded or overlooked.
I explained this mass psychology here - Bread & Circuses (Panem et Circenses) : They Will Never Revolt

 

[Saif]

All in good time bhai. Time will arrive soon.

You guys were hoping that America would impose sanction on Awami League if they fail to give a free and fair election. But look how America betrayed us. Instead of imposing sanction, they are deepening ties with Awami league because that's what India wants. Our time will arrive soon only if the army ousts Awami league and declares martial law.

 

[Bilal9]

You guys were hoping that America would impose sanction on Awami League if they fail to give a free and fair election. But look how America betrayed us. Instead of imposing sanction, they are deepening ties with Awami league because that's what India wants. Our time will arrive soon only if the army ousts Awami league and declares martial law.

You know - Allah's justice works in myriad ways. Look at how Netanyahu is cornered, worldwide public opinion is against him now and will get ousted soon.

I never lose hope. In my life - I have seen this so many times. Injustice does not last long.

 

[ThunderCat]

Ancient Roman satirist Juvelan said, " Give them bread and circuses, and they will never revolt!" Occupy your brain with nonsense - this loves politicians!
"Bread and Circuses" is a metaphor that refers to a simplistic way of pacifying people. In the context of politics, the phrase describes the act of gaining public support not through exceptional public service or policy-making but by merely satisfying the fleeting and superficial needs of the people. Additionally, the phrase suggests that the sense of duty towards the community among the general population is being eroded or overlooked.
I explained this mass psychology here - Bread & Circuses (Panem et Circenses) : They Will Never Revolt

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[Saif]

Mongol-Tori Phoenix: BRAC University’s next-generation Mars rover

Mongol-Tori’s Phoenix, a next-generation Mars rover from BRAC University (BRACU), has secured a spot in the finals of the University Rover Challenge (URC) 2024.

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Mongol-Tori Phoenix: BRAC University's next-generation Mars rover

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Mongol-Tori's Phoenix, a next-generation Mars rover from BRAC University (BRACU), has secured a spot in the finals of the University Rover Challenge (URC) 2024, which will take place at the Mars Desert Research Station in Utah. The rover, which might alongside human explorers on the red planet someday, can retrieve objects, complete autonomous traversal missions, collect visual data, perform planetary analysis, detect the presence of life by conducting biosignature tests, and help astronauts with equipment servicing.

The Mongol-Tori team is supervised by their advisor, Dr Md Khalilur Rahman, an associate professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering Department of BRACU.

"We can't forget our constant source of support, Dr Khalilur sir, our team advisor, for always being there for us and helping us whenever we need it," said Mongol-Tori's team lead Al Mahir Ahmed. Apart from the supervisor and team lead, the innovative minds directly associated with Mongol-Tori include co-team lead Sanzim Khan, and sub-team leaders Zaiyan Azad Moslem (electronics), Rafid Khan (network and vision), Sheikh Ayatur Rahman (AI and autonomous systems), and Samiha Tashin (science mission).

Al Mahir is responsible for all technical aspects of the rover, focusing on control and autonomous systems. His role involves developing and implementing algorithms and software architectures crucial for the rover's navigation, manipulation, and decision-making processes.

Sanzim Khan oversees the mechanical aspects and team operations. He is essential to the overall development and operational preparedness of the rover, from engineering sturdy chassis and suspension systems to managing team-wide administrative and logistical responsibilities.

Zaiyan Azad Moslem oversees electricity distribution, circuit design, and protective systems. Using his knowledge of electrical engineering, he creates innovative methods to secure delicate electronics from environmental threats, maximise power efficiency, and guarantee dependable communication.

Sheikh Ayatur manages AI and autonomous systems development. Using cutting-edge machine learning algorithms and artificial intelligence approaches, he gives the rover the ability to sense its environment, process information, and come to wise conclusions on its own.

Rafid Khan takes charge of network and vision systems, ensuring rover communication and visual processing. To provide smooth communication between the rover and mission control and to enable real-time analysis of visual data, he develops and sets up monitoring systems, image processing algorithms, and network protocols.

Samiha Tashin leads scientific missions, including data analysis and sample collection. She designs and executes scientific experiments, interprets data collected by onboard instruments, and coordinates sample collection efforts to gather valuable insights into Mars' geological and environmental characteristics.

This year, the newer Phoenix rover comes with several changes and features that make it stand out and is engineered in a way to excel in extreme missions in Mar's terrain. The team's commitment to expanding the possibilities for robotic exploration is demonstrated by this new rover.

"The fresh new design takes inspiration from the phoenix bird itself and the red planet Mars, and most of the credit for the design goes to my co-team lead, Sanzim Khan, and his design team," said Al Mahir.

With omnidirectional wheels and a strong rocker-bogie suspension system, Phoenix offers unmatched performance on a variety of surfaces, coupled with a user-friendly graphical user interface (GUI). Even in the most hostile Martian conditions, its dual-band communication systems, which are precisely built for stability and increased range, ensure uninterrupted connectivity. This crucial component not only ensures reliable communication with mission control but also makes data transmission easier, which is necessary for successful mission completion and scientific analysis.

Phoenix's five-degree manipulator, an engineering marvel that enables unmatched precision in tackling complex jobs, is one of its most noteworthy enhancements. Its adaptability is further increased with the inclusion of omni-wheel steering, which allows it to navigate difficult terrain with unmatched agility and efficiency. The rover's sophisticated steering system makes it easy to manoeuvre in any direction, which makes it skilled at navigating difficult terrain. With the help of the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) and the well-known Robot Operating System (ROS), Phoenix can perform autonomous navigation that raises the bar for robotic exploration. Phoenix's fundamental ROS allows it to adjust to changing conditions.

This year, at the URC, Phoenix achieved an outstanding System Acceptance Review (SAR) score of 87.38 out of 100, demonstrating its abilities in geological exploration and remote sensing. Phoenix showed an amazing ability to get into Martian surface materials with its Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) equipment and provide high-resolution, detailed photos of subsurface formations.

"We've faced all kinds of hurdles along the way, be it circuits burning, parts breaking down, and, every engineer's worst nightmare, a system that worked yesterday but stopped working today. We got through it all with a lot of determination, hope, and sticking together, I really can't be grateful enough for my team, they're a beautiful bunch," said Al Mahir Ahmed.

Mongol-Tori's team members are confident and looking forward to emerging victorious at the upcoming URC 2024.

Rittique Basak is a Campus Ambassador of The Daily Star from BRAC University.​

 

[Saif]

Deal for country’s second satellite in three months

The satellite, Bangabandhu-2, will be launched in 3 years

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Deal for country's second satellite in three months
The satellite, Bangabandhu-2, will be launched in 3 years

The government will finalise a deal for the country's second satellite in three months and it will be launched in the next 2-3 years, said Shahjahan Mahmood, chairman of Bangladesh Satellite Company Limited.

The second satellite, Bangabandhu-2, will be an earth observatory satellite, he said.

It will be used for various purposes, including monitoring of natural disasters, managing agricultural resources, assessing environmental changes, Mahmood said.

He made the comments at the sixth anniversary of the launch of Bangabandhu-1, the country's first communication satellite, at a programme at the Dhaka Club today.

The Bangabandhu-1 satellite was launched in May of 2018 under a Tk 2,765.66 crore project.

Mahmood said the lifetime of Bangabandhu-1 could be increased by three years to 18 years, as it was efficiently launched six years back.

Some 40 Bangladeshi and 26 foreign television stations now air programmes using Bangabandhu-1 and the satellite has also started providing television rating point services recently.

In September last year, a letter of intent on cooperation was signed related to Bangabandhu-2 Earth Observation Satellite System between Bangladesh Satellite Company Limited and Airbus Defence and Space SAS of France.

The documents were inked in the presence of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and France President Emmanuel Macron at the Prime Minister's Office in Dhaka.

This time, Bangladesh has already signed a memorandum of understanding with France for the second satellite and its launch will help the south Asian country to face the challenges of the fourth industrial revelation, Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud said in today's event.

State Minister for Telecom and ICT Zunaid Ahmed Palak and Post and Telecom Secretary Abu Hena Morshed Zaman also spoke.​

 

[Bilal9]

BRAC Onnesha was the first Cubesat Nano Satellite made by Bangladeshi students and researchers and launched as a multinational endeavor headed by Kyushu University in Japan (funding outlay borne was $500000 for Bangladesh side). More are planned in the future.

[H3]BRAC Onnesha - Wikipedia[/H3]

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[Saif]

Daffodil International University students to represent Bangladesh at NASA

Team Diamonds from DIU won the NASA Space Apps Challenge 2022 with their project "Diamond in the Sky".

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Daffodil International University students to represent Bangladesh at NASA

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"Team Diamonds", a team of students from the Department of Software Engineering, Daffodil International University (DIU), won the NASA Space Apps Challenge 2022 as the "Most Inspirational" project. The team is now heading to NASA – National Aeronautics and Space Administration – to represent the country as the champions of this prestigious international competition.

Team Diamonds is led by Tisha Khandokar as its team leader. Other team members include Md Munim Ahmed, the team's UI/UX designer and data analyst; Injamamul Haque Sonet, the System Architect; Abu Niaz, the app's developer, and Zarin Chowdhury, the team's dedicated researcher.

The team's winning project, "Diamond in the Sky", is an interactive, game-based learning tool designed for children aged 10 to 12.

"This innovative application aims to teach kids about stellar variability and the dynamic nature of the night sky," said Tisha to The Daily Star. "By engaging with the game, children can recognise star patterns, understand star colours, and learn about their brightness. The purpose of our app is to provide young learners the opportunity to comprehend star twinkling and the slow changes in the night sky, fostering a new perspective and appreciation for astronomy."

"Winning the NASA Space Apps Challenge is an incredible honour and a source of immense pride for our team and our country," added Tisha. "Representing Bangladesh and getting to raise our red and green flag at NASA fills us with joy and pride, showcasing our nation's potential on a global stage."

As Team Diamonds sets to depart for NASA, they have high expectations from their visit.

"Our plans include meeting with NASA scientists and gaining valuable knowledge about space science," said Tisha. "We are particularly excited about our invitation to visit the Goddard Space Flight Center, which promises hands-on experience with cutting-edge space science and technology. This visit will undoubtedly enrich our understanding and inspire further innovation."

She said, "By addressing genuine issues, you can make meaningful contributions to the world and increase your chances of success in any competition. Embrace the challenge, think creatively, and remember that your solutions can have a significant impact. This mindset is key to excelling in the NASA Space Apps Challenge and making a difference in the field of space science."​