Join NASA's JPL Open House on October 10 and 11
In celebration of its 90th anniversary, NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory will host an open-house event on October 10 and 11, welcoming the public to its campus.
Editorial Staff 1 day ago
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18 articles tagged with "space exploration"
John McFall's Potential Journey to Space: A Historic Step for Amputee Astronauts
The UK Space Agency's partnership with Vast may lead to John McFall becoming the first amputee astronaut, with a mission targeted for 2027.
Editorial Staff 3 days ago
NASA's Early eVolution Explorer Mission Tackles Exoplanet Radius Valley Enigma
NASA's new mission, the Early eVolution Explorer, seeks to understand the puzzling scarcity of exoplanets with a radius about 1.8 times that of Earth, a question that has intrigued scientists for over a decade.
Editorial Staff 3 days ago
New Experiment Sheds Light on Cosmic Ray Origins and Galactic Chemistry
A recent experiment has provided new insights into the origins of cosmic rays and their significance in galactic chemistry, particularly following the death of stars.
Editorial Staff 3 days ago
Introducing REMORA: A New Autonomous Fleet for Asteroid Exploration
A groundbreaking initiative is set to advance our knowledge of asteroids with an autonomous fleet of probes designed for detailed analysis.
Editorial Staff 5 days ago
Innovative Palm-Sized Rover Explores the Moon, Inspired by Japanese Toys
A small, shape-shifting rover, inspired by Japanese toy designs, has autonomously navigated the lunar surface, marking a new chapter in space exploration.
Editorial Staff 6 days ago
Axiom Space and Prada Collaborate on Innovative Astronaut Garment for Moon Mission
Axiom Space and Prada have introduced the Liquid Cooling and Ventilation Garment, designed for astronauts to wear under the AxEMU spacesuit during the Artemis mission.
Editorial Staff 10 days ago
New X-ray Telescope Aims to Map Moon's Chemical Composition
A new lightweight X-ray telescope may enable scientists to create a comprehensive chemical map of the Moon, revealing its hidden composition.
Editorial Staff 11 days ago
NASA's Psyche Spacecraft Accelerates Toward Asteroid After Mars Flyby
NASA's Psyche spacecraft has successfully utilized a close flyby of Mars to gain speed on its mission to explore a metal-rich asteroid, increasing its velocity by approximately 1,000 mph.
Editorial Staff 22 days ago
Innovative Material at NASA May Revolutionize Lunar Resource Utilization
A new material tested at NASA's Glenn Research Center could potentially enable astronauts to utilize lunar resources more effectively, supporting lighter packing for missions.
Editorial Staff 23 days ago
China's Ambitious Space Mission: A Year in Orbit Ahead of Lunar Exploration
As China prepares for future Moon missions, a three-man crew is set to launch to the Tiangong space station, with one astronaut remaining in orbit for a full year.
Editorial Staff 24 days ago
SpaceX Delays Starship Launch, Aiming for Friday
SpaceX has postponed its Starship launch originally set for Thursday due to unresolved last-minute issues. The company is now looking to make another attempt on Friday.
Editorial Staff 26 days ago
AtLAST Telescope Set to Illuminate the Universe's Hidden Half
A new telescope, led by European scientists, aims to map the elusive, dusty regions of the universe while maintaining a commitment to sustainability by avoiding fossil fuels.
Editorial Staff 29 days ago
Challenges in Asteroid Mining: The Case of 2022 OB5
Asteroid mining, while theoretically straightforward, faces significant hurdles, particularly with high-velocity asteroids like 2022 OB5, underscoring the gap between accessible and exploitable resources.
Editorial Staff 29 days ago
New Analysis Questions Previous Evidence of Europa's Vapor Plumes
A recent re-evaluation of 14 years of Hubble telescope data by scientists from the Southwest Research Institute raises doubts about the existence of vapor plumes on Europa, Jupiter's moon.
Editorial Staff 30 days ago
Webinar Highlights Potential of Lunar Nuclear Power for Future Missions
The American Nuclear Society recently hosted a webinar discussing the role of nuclear energy in lunar exploration, emphasizing sustainable energy solutions.
Editorial Staff about 1 month ago
Potential Geysers on Ganymede Identified for JUICE Mission Exploration
A recent study has pinpointed geysers on Ganymede, Jupiter's largest moon, which may reveal hidden secrets beneath its icy exterior as part of the JUICE mission.
Editorial Staff about 1 month ago
New Study Sheds Light on Organic Molecules for Mars and Europa Missions
A recent study published in Nature Astronomy aims to refine the search for extraterrestrial life by identifying key organic molecules to target in missions to Mars and Europa.
Editorial Staff about 1 month ago