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2021-05-02 Science & Technology

NASA is unlikely to find any use for the L3 point since it remains hidden behind the Sun at all times. The idea of a hidden planet has been a popular topic in science fiction writing.

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Posted by Skidmark 2021-05-02 00:00|| || Front Page|| [7 views ] Top

#1 Good place to hang a Doomsday device.

Posted by Skidmark 2021-05-02 05:36|| 2021-05-02 05:36|| Front Page Top

#2 Journey to the Far Side of the Sun.

Posted by Rex Mundi 2021-05-02 12:33|| 2021-05-02 12:33|| Front Page Top

#3 Pro Tip: if you build a Doomsday device, *do* tell people about it. No one likes surprises.

Posted by SteveS 2021-05-02 12:52|| 2021-05-02 12:52|| Front Page Top

#4 Every time I've misplaced the L-3 point, someone asks me, "Have you checked behind the sun?" It's tiresome.

Posted by Thing From Snowy Mountain 2021-05-02 22:23|| 2021-05-02 22:23|| Front Page Top

#5 If Bill Gates gets his wish to block the sun, it might be a moot point.

Posted by Clem 2021-05-02 23:20|| 2021-05-02 23:20|| Front Page Top

#6 if you do

In certain circles.

Posted by Skidmark 2021-05-02 23:56|| 2021-05-02 23:56|| Front Page Top

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