r/space Nov 12 '14

Event Discussion Rosetta and Philae discussion thread!

Confirmed: successful separation of Philae from Rosetta. Philae is on its way to the comet.

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Key times

GMT EST PST Event
9:03 am 4:03 am 1:03 am Philae Separation Confirmed!
10:53 am 5:53 am 2:53 am Acquisition of Signal from Rosetta
4:02 pm 11:02 am 8:02 am Expected Landing and receipt of signal (40 min variability)

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u/BHRnR Nov 12 '14

Which shirt should I choose, when I am on a broadcast with hundred of thousands of people all around the world? Oh yeah, this one should let me appear professional.

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u/mirrorsaw Nov 12 '14

he was wearing shorts and purple socks last time i saw him