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Intelligent Life in the Universe
The book Intelligent Life in the Universe (1966), authored by Iosif Shklovsky, and later expanded with Carl Sagan, eloquently describes the concept that Phobos may be hollow, and possibly of artificial origin, captured the interest of the world and has since been strengthened by new evidence corroberating his conclusion.
The Claypool Lennon Delirium release new album “Monolith of Phobos”
Primus’ Les Claypool and Sean Lennon Ono joined forces to form the Claypool Lennon Delirium. Their latest album is titled “Monolith of Phobos”. Claypool tells us that he was indirectly inspired by evidence provided by former NASA astronaut and moonwalker Buzz Aldrin. Watch a live performance of “The Monolith of Phobos” – Capitol Theatre – Read more about The Claypool Lennon Delirium release new album “Monolith of Phobos”[…]
NASA shares Mars Explorers Wanted posters
NASA wants you to explore the Red Planet and its two moons Phobos and Deimos! Then help build the foundation for future colonization. Does that sound a little far fetched? Maybe, but it’s true. NASA is actively promoting its search for new astronauts with a series of awesome posters, now available for anyone to print. Read more about NASA shares Mars Explorers Wanted posters[…]
Is Phobos the Death Star?
In 1977, George Lucas released the epic film Star Wars, about an ancient galactic civil war. Imperial forces have nearly completed a hostile takeover of the Galactic Republic. After the arrest of Princess Leia, leader of the Rebel Alliance, the Death Star is revealed and the war is escalated to another level. The film shows Read more about Is Phobos the Death Star?[…]
Facts
At 6,000 km above the surface, Phobos orbits closer to Mars than any other known planetary satellite within our system. Phobos is larger and closer than it’s brother Deimos with dimensions of 27 × 22 × 18 km, and has a radius of 11.1 km (6.9 mi). Phobos is oblong, and for its size it Read more about Facts[…]
Origin of Phobos
The origins of Mars moons continues to be highly controversial. Scientists do not agree with the significance or even relevance of certain aspects constituting the different theories. This discord has arisen primarily because neither moon resembles any other satellite in our solar system. There existence has puzzled scientists to the point of exhaustion It is Read more about Origin of Phobos[…]
The Monoliths on Phobos
A curious object on the surface of Phobos has attracted the attention of many researchers exploring the mysteries connected to Mars moon Phobos. The object, described as the Phobos Monolith, is reported to be a boulder or rock formation about 85 meters wide at the base. While monoliths occur naturally on earth, it’s existence cannot Read more about The Monoliths on Phobos[…]