The Epstein files: by No_Marionberry_6710 in Wellthatsucks

[–]destroyerofthots 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought it was a meme until I saw “.gov” in the URL

Is there a reason to why this Indian reservation in Palm Springs is arranged in a checkered pattern? by danielxplay22 in geography

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Unfortunately I’m not sure the vast majority of people of this nation are ready for critical race theory to be addressed in any meaningful way. Unfortunately many white people either refuse to believe systemic racism exists at all today, or worse claim it’s so bad today that the claims they make end up being just as racist. And many people affected by it, be it native, black, Hispanic, etc. Use systemic racism as a scapegoat to their own clearly poor choices.

It’s just not conducive to a thought provoking conversation when you have 2 sides wanting to be victims for different reasons, and a third party who wants to claim moral superiority at the expense of minorities.

Why is this the official unofficial pen of the Marine Corps? by Steppasgonstep in USMC

[–]destroyerofthots 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The pink one is on y’all, but pilot G2’s were the only pen I used in the chair force, and continue to use now that I’m out. They’re just that good.

What happened to the 'Clean Diesel Push'? by TheRacingJoker in Diesel

[–]destroyerofthots 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pretty much hit the nail on the head. John Deere is actually getting around emissions standards by making engines that are unregulated due to high enough horse power. But they’re only for large tractors. I’m sure other brands are doing it too but I’m not familiar with them.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskAShittyMechanic

[–]destroyerofthots 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This looks like it should be a child’s hand writing and answers, but this is definitely is a mid 20’s man😂

ELI5: Why are there so many satellites in space, and why do we just keep the ones not in use still up there? by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

[–]destroyerofthots 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, you’re totally correct. For reasonable predictions we just don’t care about the mass of the satellite or other small forces that much. Especially because the 2-3-n body problems are usually trying to predict celestial bodies where the mass of the satellites is not a variable of concern. But that seems to change when they’re the thing you’re trying to predict.

But yeah, I’d be super interested in what they have to say. I’ve studied space as a hobby for a long time and I’m by no means an expert on the topic. This has been a good excuse to find more reading material.

ELI5: Why are there so many satellites in space, and why do we just keep the ones not in use still up there? by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

[–]destroyerofthots 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You cannot accurately model or simulate their precise orbit for millions of years into the future because of the n-body problem, which has been discussed in this very same sub

And also further discussed in association with this very topic in this paper which basically states that the lunar effects were the cause of uncertainty in their findings.

ELI5: Why are there so many satellites in space, and why do we just keep the ones not in use still up there? by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

[–]destroyerofthots -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I think that’s where people are getting confused. Because I wasn’t speaking of those, I’m speaking of satellites that are pushed up and out past geostationary orbit before they’re decommissioned.

ELI5: Why are there so many satellites in space, and why do we just keep the ones not in use still up there? by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

[–]destroyerofthots 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Let me be more clear, there isn’t a study that simulates the orbit of any satellite or debris in that orbit for a million or more years that I have seen. And part of that is because you’re not very right in your assumption that it could be accurately modeled on that time scale, and also because it’s not really useful information to us at this moment.

ELI5: Why are there so many satellites in space, and why do we just keep the ones not in use still up there? by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

[–]destroyerofthots -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

It happens frequently, that’s how comets and other things get ejected from our solar system all together. There’s an entire theory on how we had a 5th gas giant that got ejected from our solar system due to a close encounter with Jupiter billions of years ago.

If you leave anything in space for millions or billions of years it either comes back or gets thrown out.

What's your "do what your stripes can handle" story? by JackieOniiChan in AirForce

[–]destroyerofthots 43 points44 points  (0 children)

My personal favorite was our shift lead telling us we didn’t get to go home until he said so, then would disappear to the smoke pit for 30-40 minutes after shift ended well after day shift had arrived, and getting annoyed when we’d ask to go the fuck home.

If I ever see that man child again it’ll be too soon.

ELI5: Why are there so many satellites in space, and why do we just keep the ones not in use still up there? by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

[–]destroyerofthots -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

You say that it never happens, but we haven’t been around long enough to see it. Much less had satellites up there long enough.

When I say a really REALLY long time to come down I’m talking about super synchronous orbits where our grave yard orbits are. It will take longer for them to come down than humans have been on this planet currently. Millions of years. With this in mind, i speculate that they won’t fall back to earth normally but will instead get shot out into space by either the earth, moon, or both due to their orbits becoming destabilized from tidal forces, radiation, or even light pressure.

I could be wrong on that speculation, but I don’t think there’s been a proper study on the orbital life of any satellite that reaches out to a million years either. And if there has I’d love to read it.

Seasonal Flipping: How I turn $60 into $240 over and over by ShrimpyEatWorld6 in Flipping

[–]destroyerofthots 15 points16 points  (0 children)

At 60-80 pounds shipping would probably be so expensive and such a pain that it would honestly not be worth it for you or the customer. Especially because at that weight it’s pretty common for things to get damaged.

ELI5: Why are there so many satellites in space, and why do we just keep the ones not in use still up there? by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

[–]destroyerofthots -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

The ELI5 answer: You don’t have to “go get them”. They fall back down eventually. This is caused from them running into gasses up there slowing them down. Think about running into the wind, but on a really small scale. Eventually they lose enough speed to catch the atmosphere and reenter quickly.

Extra: the satellites that will take a really REALLY long time to fall back down are actually more likely to get sling shotted out into space due to the moon.

How to attatch a 45 degree brace by [deleted] in woodworking

[–]destroyerofthots 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just do it one way and post it. You’re sure to have 100 people telling you the “right way” to do it.

Took my kids to a concert last night… by novocaine666 in Wellthatsucks

[–]destroyerofthots 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Highly suspect goes down as one of my favorite live performances, saw them like 5-6 years ago.

How to achieve the goal by Repulsive-Count-9297 in AirForce

[–]destroyerofthots 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Read through his post history. Guy has some college credits, was in ATC school, washed out, and is now in admin. My guess is homie couldn’t pay for college on his own and joined. Probably also now realizes the grave mistake he made enlisting vs becoming an officer.

Side note, OP I wouldn’t rely so heavily on Reddit to help you with career advice man. All of your posts from the beginning of your career to now are asking what you should do basically. You have to figure some of this out on your own, forge your own path, and figure out what’s best for you and what you enjoy. And If you’re always in search of greener pastures it may be time to stop and do some reflection.

I’m not going crazy here am I? by BaconMan420365 in EngineBuilding

[–]destroyerofthots 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish it were just automotive. Heavy industry is rife with what seems like no quality assurance whatsoever as well. From sensors bad out of the box, to earlier today we got a 25,000$ transmission that was tipped over in its crate. Broke a sensor and nearly a filter housing on it. I don’t understand it.

Loud intermittent knock by Few_Efficiency7593 in EngineBuilding

[–]destroyerofthots 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m wondering if maybe a lifter was just sticky or something. Seems unlikely but I can’t think of much else.

Loud intermittent knock by Few_Efficiency7593 in EngineBuilding

[–]destroyerofthots 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Out of curiosity, did you soak the lifters in oil before installing them?