Ask A Spaceman Ep. 271: What Happens When Light Goes Boom?
Published: May 5, 2026
Duration: 23:35
Cherenkov Radiation!
Hosted by Dr. Paul M. Sutter.
How can matter ever go faster than light? What happens when it does? Who discovered this, and what is it good for? I discuss these questions and more in today's Ask a Spaceman!
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