Data Vis Dispatch, March 31: Artemis II, energy supplies, and crime

NASA's Artemis II mission is set to launch tomorrow, April 1, and numerous visualizations below illustrate the historic journey planned around the moon.

With more satellites launched into space, traffic is increasing around Earth's orbit. Speaking of aerospace, SpaceX is set to become one of the ten highest valued companies globally. For an out-of-this-world experience, explore how water might have carved the Martian landscape with this interactive map!

On the topic of crime, cybercrime in Malaysia has resulted in significant financial losses. Additionally, the state of New York has experienced a high number of super speeder violations. Reports of numerous cases of rape involving vulnerable victims have been identified in various Brazilian states.

The forest in Rondônia, Brazil, has been severely affected by deforestation for cattle ranching. Although many countries are self-sufficient and produce enough food to feed their populations, global trade and shipping systems are vital for others.

The unusual movements of U.S. and Chinese vessels in militarily strategic waters in the Cook Islands raised suspicion. Meanwhile, in Sri Lankan waters, the sawfish is now feared to be "functionally extinct".

Growth of Britain's hedgerows can be tracked with the help of mapped-out field boundaries! In the south of Utrecht, growing bacteria have contaminated drinking water. On a different note, China has seen an increase in top AI researchers. But a shift in manufacturing made Vietnam surpass China as the leading electronics supplier to the U.S.

One month has passed since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in the biggest disruption to global oil supplies. The development of alternative energy sources is underway, from a fusion plant that would generate clean electricity to a cement-based battery that can store heat.

The Strait of Hormuz's geographical location and narrow width have made it difficult to reopen. Meanwhile, concerns are growing over the safety of South Pars, Iran's part of the world's largest natural gas field, as an attack on its gas extraction facilities would have drastic consequences. Over the years, Western sanctions have also impacted oil supplies and altered trade routes.

More disruptions can be seen in rural U.S. towns, as Amazon's delivery expansion is threatening Walmart's territory. In Western Switzerland, disruptions in integration are evident, with fewer refugees finding employment.