Exploring the universe and watching TV with robots, The Royal Society

The Royal Society is offering a set of entirely free events for young people and families as part of their 2014 Summer Science Exhibition . Dr Chris Arridge hosts this exploration of how the interplanetary applications of satellite technology can help us  understand the mysteries of the Solar System.

In a world saturated with the wonders of technology, satellite photography and its power to provide intricate details of previously unknowable terrains is easily taken for granted. But in this interactive lecture the Royal Society offers to take young adults on a journey of discovery, examining the astonishing ingenuity and accomplishments of scientists through the ages in creating technology capable of gathering and broadcasting astonishing discoveries between the planets.

Dr Arridge is a seasoned astronomer who has studied at Cambridge, Imperial College London and UCL, specialising in giant planets like Jupiter, Saturn and Neptune. Yet the unique quality of his delivery of complex scientific concepts lies in his ability to relate them to popular culture and media. The event offers a unique insight into the celestial world, but incorporates the significance of GPS and satellite technology in television and radio broadcasting, making the session highly accessible and relatable to young people and adults alike.