The Three Laws of Applied Wonder
“When you can measure what you are speaking about, and express it in numbers, you know something about it.” — Lord Kelvin, Electrical Units of Measurement, 1883 The Zeroth Law…
Concern Is Future Capability
When someone presents a new idea, it is almost inevitable that someone else will identify a problem. What if it fails? What if it damages something? What about security, reliability,…
Have No Argument Without an Artifact
The young fellow in the picture has come prepared. Mom may remain unconvinced about the triple-scoop ice cream cone, but at least she can see exactly what he is proposing.…
Listen to Me Now and Believe Me Later
Listen... When you hear an idea about AI that sounds upside down, backward, impractical, or just plain strange, resist the temptation to correct it before you've heard the whole thing.…
Capability Before Conversation
“Here. Try this.” Those three words can change a conversation. An idea has become something we can explore together. We can adjust it, ask questions about it, discover its limitations,…
You Don’t Have to Be an Engineer to Engineer Something
In Perco, We Are All Engineers You don't need to be an engineer to engineer something. In Perco, engineering means wanting something to exist or work better, figuring out how…
The Perco Skills Ladder: Contribute at Every Level
You can contribute useful work to Space Lab at every level. You do not have to master the next level to make a difference at the one you choose.Perco—the Personal…
Curious About Space? Start Your Journey with NSS
Curious about space? Discover the National Space Society’s welcoming Newcomer guide, explore your interests, and find ways to learn, connect, and contribute.
SacL5 Website Traffic Report 10/10/26 – Visits: 36,616 – 33,887 (+2,729)
SacL5 Web Site Traffic Report – Mission Day: 2,557 October 10, 2026 Visits: 2,797 (+1,676) last 30 days14,702 (+2,147) last 12 months36,616 (+2,729) since Oct. 10, 2019 Changes are measured…
NSS Chapter Activity – 10/10/2026
NSS Active Chapter ReportA review of National Space Society local chapter websites and visible activity from September 13 through October 10, 2026Updated October 10, 2026Executive SummaryThis review examines publicly visible…