Ufoanamnese - No 27 - 2013

Magazine Overview

Title: O UFOANAMNESE
Issue: No. 27
Volume: Year 4
Date: March 2013
Publisher: TucoKpax Observação Remota Lunar
Website: http://tucokpaxspace.blogspot.com.br/

This issue of O UFOANAMNESE, a publication focused on ufology, aims to clarify common confusions regarding UFOs and present recent findings. It addresses the distinction between meteors and actual UFOs, shares astronaut accounts of encounters with unidentified aerial phenomena, and reports on astronomical discoveries concerning the dwarf planet Makemake.

Editorial: Clarifying UFOs and Meteors

The editorial section, titled "Amigos do nosso jornal ufológico, Paz!", addresses the common confusion between UFOs, OVNIs (Unidentified Flying Objects), and other aerial phenomena. It begins by explaining that "shooting stars" are actually meteoroids entering Earth's atmosphere, generating light due to friction. These meteoroids often travel in swarms, leading to meteor showers when Earth passes through them. The editorial highlights that the light trails and debris from burning meteoroids can sometimes be mistaken for UFOs, especially if their trails dissipate quickly or if they appear to move horizontally rather than diagonally. It notes that these objects often enter the atmosphere with a yellowish color, descend like a large green ball of light, and can appear to explode without sound, sometimes seeming very close to the ground.

The text emphasizes that these phenomena, though natural, have sometimes been incorporated into ufological case studies. It encourages readers to distinguish between these events and genuine UFOs by observing details like the presence of a persistent trail or the object's trajectory. The editorial concludes by inviting readers on a journey through historical ufological discoveries.

Astronomy Feature: Makemake's Characteristics Revealed

This section reports on an international team of astronomers, including Brazilians, who have discovered key characteristics of the dwarf planet Makemake. Using three telescopes, they observed Makemake as it passed in front of a distant star. The observation allowed them to determine its size, brightness, and density. Crucially, the astronomers concluded that Makemake does not possess a significant atmosphere. This finding contrasts with previous assumptions that Makemake, like other dwarf planets, might have an atmosphere similar to Pluto's.

José Luis Ortiz of the Institute of Astrophysics of Andalusia, the lead author of the study published in *Nature*, stated that the abrupt disappearance and reappearance of the star during Makemake's transit indicated the absence of a substantial atmosphere. Makemake is described as being about two-thirds the size of Pluto and orbiting the Sun at a distance greater than Pluto's but closer than Eris'. The absence of moons and Makemake's great distance from Earth make its study challenging. The new observations provide a more precise size estimate, limit the possibility of an atmosphere, and allow for density estimation. Makemake's albedo, the measure of light reflection from its surface, is estimated at 0.77, comparable to dirty snow, which is higher than Pluto's but lower than Eris'. Ortiz highlights that these findings advance the understanding of these distant, icy bodies.

UFOs in Space: Astronaut Encounters

This article details numerous instances of UFO sightings by astronauts during space missions. It asserts that alien craft have been observed throughout space exploration history, with documented evidence including photographs and films. A significant event mentioned is a four-day contact in 1981 between the Russian space station Salyut-6 and an extraterrestrial craft. Soviet authorities convened an extraordinary meeting with UFO specialists, cosmonauts, and military officials to discuss this encounter. The Russian astronauts reportedly presented evidence of contact with three extraterrestrials from a visiting craft, described as a sphere approximately eight meters in size. The OVNI was allegedly documented by Salyut-6 radar and a 45-minute video, showing the alien craft at a distance of about 40 meters. The article notes that this video is still considered confidential by Soviet authorities and is reportedly kept in a government vault in Moscow.

The text also discusses how UFOs are often encountered during missions involving Earth-orbiting spacecraft, leading to the creation of specific code words like "Bogey," "Papai Noel," and "fogo" (fire) used by astronauts to prepare for potential alien encounters. The Project Mercury program is cited as an early example, with astronauts reportedly spotting UFOs during missions. John Glenn is mentioned as one of the first astronauts to record a UFO sighting during his Mercury Atlas 6 mission in February 1962.

Scott Carpenter, on the Mercury Atlas 8 mission in May 1962, reported seeing two alien craft accompanying his spacecraft, one cylindrical and the other disc-shaped. He also managed to photograph them. His mission experienced an unusual event where his capsule deviated significantly from its planned landing trajectory after returning to Earth, a mystery that remained unexplained by NASA.

Gordon Cooper, during his Mercury mission in May 1963, observed a greenish light approaching his spacecraft over Australia. The Muchea station in Australia detected the object on radar, and approximately 200 witnesses on the ground observed both Cooper's capsule and the alien craft. Communications between Earth control, Cooper, and his capsule were interrupted by an unidentified language during Cooper's fourth pass over Hawaii, causing significant irritation at NASA. Cooper later stated in a speech to the United Nations that he believed extraterrestrial vehicles were visiting Earth.

Evolving Nature of UFO Sightings

This section discusses the changing nature of UFO appearances. It references ancient texts like the Vedas and Hindu historical documents that describe "Vimanas" as flying objects with serpentine movements, drawing a parallel to modern UFO sightings. The article explains that the luminosity of these alien craft is generally generated by a propulsion system linked to solar energy, which ionizes atmospheric elements, creating a unique light through friction. This light is described as different from what is commonly seen.

The text notes that UFOs have modified their physical structures and behaviors over time. They are no longer described as making obvious maneuvers or flashing like a Christmas tree. Instead, current sightings often involve discreet objects that do not seek to draw widespread attention. These craft are sometimes observed passing over large cities almost unnoticed, aligning with their perceived purpose of stealth. The current appearances are often described as simple "balls of light" with seemingly straight trajectories, but they can be distinguished from stars by subtle, brief side-to-side oscillations or curves. The article advises observers to use stars as a reference point and to look for these subtle movements.

When viewed from directly below, these objects may exhibit a pre-programmed trajectory change with dozens of slight course corrections. They can also grow in light intensity before disappearing. The text cautions that Earth satellites, particularly Iridium satellites, can sometimes mimic these appearances due to sunlight reflecting off their polished mirrors, especially after sunset. However, it notes that satellite reflections typically increase to a maximum intensity and then diminish, unlike some UFOs. The article stresses the importance of checking the time and location of sightings, as solar reflections are unlikely in the east around 7:00 PM. It also points out that artificial satellites follow predictable patterns and trajectories, and their size does not typically change. If an object's size varies or it pulses, it is more likely to be a UFO.

The article further distinguishes between terrestrial aircraft lights and UFO lights, noting that aircraft lights are steady and do not pulse, whereas UFO lights can appear organic and pulse. It suggests that when a UFO's light feels organic rather than electric, it is a sign to pay attention. Modern UFOs are often described as small balls of light with sinuous, rapid movements, sometimes vertical, compared to a slow electrocardiogram. The article provides a website, http://gubf.net/, for further information.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO phenomena, astronaut encounters, and astronomical discoveries related to space. The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting awareness and understanding of UFOs, distinguishing them from natural phenomena like meteors, and presenting evidence from both scientific and eyewitness accounts. There is a clear emphasis on historical accounts, particularly those involving space missions, and a belief in the reality of extraterrestrial visitation, as evidenced by Gordon Cooper's quote. The magazine also highlights the evolving nature of UFO sightings, suggesting a deliberate change in how these phenomena manifest themselves to observers.