The collaboration should give the general public access to the space agency's information via the Internet * In addition, the space agency's data will be integrated into the Google Earth map service and joint research will be carried out that will deal, among other things, with the visualization of human-computer interfaces and a more efficient search in scientific data
Anthony Gonzalez, InformationWeek
Google and NASA's Ames Research Center signed an agreement this week (Monday) to carry out a series of joint projects. The first project will give the general public access to more NASA information on the Internet. The information will include real-time weather data, XNUMXD maps of the Moon and Mars and the ability to track the International Space Station and space shuttles.
"The innovative combination of information technology and space science allows everyone to enjoy NASA's activities," said the director of the space agency, Michael Griffin. According to Eric Schmidt, CEO of Google, the agreement provides "access to rich technical information that will help us deal with many issues, for the benefit of users."
As part of the cooperation, the space agency's data will also be integrated into the Google Earth map service and joint research will be carried out. The studies will deal, among other things, with the visualization of human-computer interfaces and a more efficient search in scientific data. "The Ames Institute seeks to establish additional collaborations with the private sector in order to encourage innovation and promote space exploration and commerce," said S. Pete Worden, director of the Ames Research Center.
