rjshae

The problem there is (I believe) it would require the US to break off diplomatic relations with Russia, which isn't necessarily a good idea even with a brutal Putin in charge. Yes the Russian military is committing Nazi-like war crimes left and right, but some day this war will end and then what do we do? Better to keep a minimum lifeline open, I think.

Obviously a Dad.

I'm starting to think that this war may not end in a peace treaty, but in a Korean war-style cease fire. If Putin remains in power, then Ukraine will probably need to become a nuclear power again.

I can't really blame you because it is the same principle really -- translating angular momentum into linear velocity. It should be interesting to see what cargo can survive 10,000 g.

Yup, last Wednesday as it turns out.

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Just for comparison, the impact that caused the Meteor Crater in Arizona was estimated at 50 m across, and was made of nickel-iron.

My guess: nuclear weapon use in Ukraine could result in dirty bomb attacks in Moscow.

Sure. Ukraine is a resource rich country, and they will likely see a need to remain well armed for the foreseeable future.

I'm speculating that type of equipment may come once the war is over, as it then becomes a "deterrent" in case of a renewal of Russian aggression.

Earth is not yet ready to join its own Federation.

The return of 'rasputitsa' and what it means for Russia's war in Ukraine

I wonder what the impact of rasputitisa will be this Fall? Things may start to "bog down" when that arrives.