13 Minutes to the Moon: 5. The fourth astronaut
How a briefcase-sized computer pioneered space tech for the first Moon landing
13 Minutes Presents: Artemis II · BBC World Service
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Show Notes
How a briefcase-sized computer, less powerful than a smartphone, pioneered space tech for the first Moon landing. Astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin rely on the software to guide their spaceflight to the lunar surface. Developed by a pioneering team of programmers, including trailblazing scientist Margaret Hamilton, the Apollo Guidance Computer helps usher in the digital age.
Hosted by Kevin Fong.
Starring: Ramon Alonso Elaine Denniston Charlie Duke Don Eyles Eldon Hall Margaret Hamilton Dan Lickly
Theme music by Hans Zimmer for Bleeding Fingers Music
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