📣 In this issue:
Astronaut [t2i prompt], A Place in Hell, Can AI make movies?, AI News and Tools to-know.
🎨 Inspiration
Prompt: Astronaut
The evolution of astronaut space helmets has mirrored the growing challenges of space exploration. In the early days of space travel, like during the Mercury and Gemini programs, helmets were relatively simple, designed mainly to keep astronauts safe and provide breathable air. These early helmets were rigid, with clear visors and basic communication systems, focused on protection from temperature extremes. As missions became more ambitious, especially during the Apollo program, helmets had to do more. They started including gold visors to protect astronauts from the sun's harsh rays and even from tiny meteoroids. These improvements were vital for the moon landings, where visibility and safety were key.
When the Space Shuttle program came along, helmets continued to evolve. They became more integrated with the spacesuits, including advanced life support and better communication tools. Modern helmets, like those used on spacewalks today, are incredibly sophisticated. They’re designed to withstand impacts, include built-in cameras, and offer astronauts more flexibility and comfort. Looking to the future, as we plan missions to Mars, helmet designs are focusing on being lighter, more comfortable, and even incorporating new technology like augmented reality to help astronauts navigate and work in even tougher conditions.
Midjourney Prompt
Close-up of an astronaut's helmet with a digital screen, facing the camera, against a black background. [A galaxy] is reflected on the visor, creating a hyper-realistic photographic effect.
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What Next?
As always, consider this prompt as your starting point. Works well with animals too!
👀 Watch List
A Place in Hell | realistic Zombie Horror short film
⏳ ICYMI
Can AI make movies? Venice film festival showcases innovation
🛠️ Tools-to-Know
Gulf Picasso - Text-to-image generator directed to users in the Arab world in general and the Gulf in particular, with a focus on incorporating Arab culture and values.
📰 News-to-Know
OpenAI gives artists access to unreleased tools like Sora for New York gallery exhibit
Breaking down ESPN’s decision to use AI to write some game stories
Director of Disney's Lion King says AI is a ‘Wild West,' echoes how animation changed film
The US, UK, EU and other major nations have signed a landmark global AI treaty
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