Nooo (orbiting advertisements)

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In summary: Say, did anyone ever read Heinlein's old story "The Man who Sold the Moon"? In that his capitalist space promoter, D.D. Harriman, got Coca Cola and 7-Up into a bidding war over the rights to spread their logo over the face of the moon. See the technology for space travel existed, but nobody wanted to lay out the bucks to go. Remind you of anything? So Harriman used his business smarts to "create a demand". This is good news! Bad nox-environments for astronomers will push for the expansion of space. Perhaps this push'll help telescope-eers for the establishment of a lunar farside base? We're running
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http://www.cnn.com/2004/TECH/space/03/11/russia.space.ap/index.html

... patented a device for putting advertising into space that would be seen from Earth... satellites would be visible in the night sky by employing sunlight reflectors, with multiple satellites linked together to create a message large enough to be seen.
 
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Now that's just too damn impractical. It ruins the night sky, it'll be hard to maintain. (unless it the metal reflectors are multi-purposed)

However, this is good news! Bad nox-environments for astronomers will push for the expansion of space. Perhaps this push'll help telescope-eers for the establishment of a lunar farside base? We're running out of space, anyway. We might as well get a move on.
 
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it won't happen...this is one of those AP stories they type up when they haven't met their science quotas, advertising in space would be far too unpopular to make sense for advertisers...
 
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Say, did anyone ever read Heinlein's old story "The Man who Sold the Moon"? In that his capitalist space promoter, D.D. Harriman, got Coca Cola and 7-Up into a bidding war over the rights to spread their logo over the face of the moon. See the technology for space travel existed, but nobody wanted to lay out the bucks to go. Remind you of anything? So Harriman used his business smarts to "create a demand". It's a classic.

BTW if you are moved to read it, be sure to read "Requiem" afterward.
 
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I think the day's comming when we look up at the night sky and see a giant Nike 'swoosh' on the moon.
 
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If it happens, I will gladly support any "terrorist" groups dedicated to the destruction of such things.
 
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1. What is "Nooo (orbiting advertisements)"?

"Nooo (orbiting advertisements)" is a term used to describe the practice of displaying advertisements in a 3D space around a website or app, often using virtual reality or augmented reality technology.

2. How do "Nooo (orbiting advertisements)" work?

These advertisements use advanced tracking and projection technologies to create the illusion of floating objects in a 3D space. They can be programmed to move and interact with the user's environment, making them more engaging and immersive.

3. What are the benefits of using "Nooo (orbiting advertisements)"?

Nooo advertisements can provide a more visually appealing and interactive experience for users, making them more likely to engage with the ad. They can also increase brand recognition and awareness by standing out from traditional 2D ads.

4. Are there any concerns about "Nooo (orbiting advertisements)"?

Some concerns include the potential for these ads to be intrusive and distracting, as well as the possibility of motion sickness for some users. There are also concerns about the potential for these ads to collect and track user data.

5. How is "Nooo (orbiting advertisements)" different from traditional advertising methods?

Nooo advertisements offer a more immersive and interactive experience compared to traditional 2D ads. They also have the potential to reach a wider audience, including those who use virtual reality or augmented reality devices. However, they may also require more resources and technical expertise to create and implement.

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