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  Jiuquan, China (AFP) April 24, 2024 China will send a fresh crew to its Tiangong space station on Thursday, Beijing's Manned Space Agency announced, the latest mission in a programme that aims to send astronauts to the Moon by 2030. The Shenzhou-18 mission - crewed by three astronauts - is scheduled to take off at 8:59 pm (1259 GMT) Thursday from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, Beijing announced Wednesday. It will be led by Ye Guangfu, a fighter pilot and astronaut who was previously part of the Shenzhou- ... read more |
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Japan Moon probe survives 3rd lunar nightTokyo (AFP) April 24, 2024 Japan's Moon lander woke up for a third time after its main functions survived another frigid two-week lunar night, the country's space agency said Wednesday. ... more  
Rocket Lab launches NASA's solar sail technology into orbitWashington DC (UPI) Apr 23, 2024 Rocket Lab launched NASA's new composite solar sail into space where it will undergo weeks of testing, using sunlight to propel it through the solar system. ... more  
SpaceX sends 23 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbitWashington DC (UPI) Apr 23, 2024 SpaceX launched 23 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit Tuesday evening from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. ... more 
Ariane 6 set to launch OOV-Cube mission with Internet of Things applicationsParis, France (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 Ariane 6, Europe's latest addition to its space launch fleet, is poised to carry out its maiden flight soon, marking a new era in space missions. This inaugural flight will feature a diverse range o ... more |
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China emphasizes commitment to peaceful space activitiesSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 China has reaffirmed its dedication to the peaceful use of space, according to a recent statement by the Ministry of National Defense. The declaration was made last Friday, emphasizing the role of C ... more |
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Technical trials for easing cosmological tensionBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Over the past few decades, advancements in cosmic observations and measurement tools have significantly increased our understanding of the universe. This period of discovery included notable advance ... more  
Interconnected quantum system boosts long-distance secure communicationLondon, UK (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Quantum networking, pivotal for distributed computing and secure communication, relies on the seamless sharing of quantum information. However, the transmission of quantum data over extended distanc ... more  
Kratos and SES showcase new virtualized SATCOM system for US ArmyLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: KTOS) and SES have successfully conducted a demonstration of a fully virtualized satellite communications (SATCOM) ground system for the U.S. Arm ... more  
New molecule identified in interstellar spaceLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 MIT's research team led by Professor Brett McGuire has uncovered a new molecule in space, detailed in their paper "Rotational Spectrum and First Interstellar Detection of 2-Methoxyethanol Using ALMA ... more |
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 Satellite computer delivered to FMV for integration and space-based AI tests  
ESA and EU Partner to Enhance Space Utilization for Earthly BenefitsParis, France (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 The the European Space Agency (ESA) and the European Union (EU) have formalized a partnership to maximize the application of space technologies in addressing Earthly challenges. This collaboration w ... more |
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Simulated microgravity impacts human sleep and biological rhythmsLondon, UK (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 A study by the University of Surrey has revealed that simulated microgravity conditions notably affect sleep patterns and physiological rhythms in humans, potentially undermining astronaut health an ... more 
UN Space Director Praises China's Contributions and Collaborative Efforts in SpaceSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Aarti Holla-Maini, the director of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), recently commended China for its significant contributions to space exploration and the ongoing collabo ... more 
NASA's CubeSat Solar Sail Successfully Unfurls in OrbitLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 NASA's Advanced Composite Solar Sail System (ACS3) has successfully deployed from Rocket Lab's Electron kick stage into low Earth orbit. The mission, which utilizes sunlight for propulsion, is a key ... more 
Shenzhou XVIII crewed mission completes final tests, ready for imminent launchSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 The Shenzhou XVIII crewed space mission has completed its final collaborative rehearsal and system-wide airtightness check, ensuring readiness for the upcoming launch. The spacecraft and accom ... more |
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Advancing Low-Power Electric Propulsion for Planetary and Commercial MissionsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 NASA has unveiled a new electric propulsion system designed for small spacecraft, aimed at supporting both planetary exploration and extending the operational life of existing satellites. This syste ... more 
Voyager 1 reestablishes communication after silence for five-monthsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft, after a five-month hiatus, has resumed sending back engineering data, marking a critical milestone for the most distant human-made object in the universe. Since No ... more 
New tech mission utilizes sunlight for propulsionLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 NASA is embarking on a pioneering journey with its latest mission, which introduces an innovative method of space navigation. The mission, spearheaded by NASA's Ames Research Center, involves the de ... more  
Exploring methane mysteries on Mars: Curiosity Rover's new findingsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 NASA's Curiosity Mars Rover has revealed that methane is emerging from Gale Crater's surface, presenting a puzzling scenario for scientists. On Earth, most methane is biologically produced, yet Mars ... more |
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Exploring Venus could redefine search for life in universeLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 Though Venus is a harsh environment with extreme temperatures and toxic clouds, it provides crucial data on the conditions that might limit life on other planets, according to a recent study. ... more 
New insights into gamma-ray burst jet motion from UAH astrophysics researchLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 Gamma-ray bursts (GRBs), known for their immense bursts of gamma radiation, are among the universe's most intense phenomena, with energy outputs surpassing the sun's expected lifetime production in ... more  
Exploring the marvels of Galileo: Europe's satellite navigation systemParis, France (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 Galileo, born in the Netherlands in the 1990s and developed at ESA's ESTEC in Noordwijk, stands today as a testament to European innovation and technological ambition. This satellite navigation syst ... more 
Weather models advance satellite tracking capabilitiesBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Researchers at the University of Helsinki's Institute for Atmospheric and Earth System Research (INAR) have demonstrated that modern weather prediction models can estimate the energy Earth emits and ... more |
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Orbex ramps up rocket development with new investmentLondon, UK (SPX) Apr 19, 2024 Orbex, a prominent UK spaceflight company, has announced a GBP 16.7 million investment from a consortium of six key investors as part of an extension to its Series C funding round, bringing its tota ... more 
ISRO unveils lightweight carbon-carbon nozzle to boost rocket payload capacitySydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has introduced a lightweight Carbon-Carbon (C-C) nozzle for rocket engines, designed to improve several performance metrics of rocket engines such as th ... more  
Hubble discovers new small asteroids in main belt surveyParis, France (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Using a vast archive of NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope images, astronomers have identified a previously unseen group of small main-belt asteroids. This discovery involved analyzing over 37,000 imag ... more 
Tsinghua University advances lunar habitat construction techniquesSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Tsinghua University's latest research emphasizes the critical importance of in situ lunar construction as we shift from exploration to the establishment of Moon habitats. Focusing on regolith solidi ... more |
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Juno mission reveals volcanic landscapes on IoLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 NASA's Juno spacecraft has provided new insights into Io, one of Jupiter's moons, through detailed animations derived from recent flybys. These visuals spotlight a towering mountain and a vast lake ... more 
Peptides still form on cosmic dust despite water-covered molecular iceBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Organic compounds vital for life, peptides, which are integral to numerous biological functions, have been found to form on cosmic dust particles even in environments thought inhospitable due to the ... more  
D-Orbit and SkyServe enhance satellite analytics with new edge computing platformParis, France (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 D-Orbit has announced a collaboration with SkyServe to integrate edge computing on the SkyServe STORM platform, utilizing the ION Satellite Carriers. This partnership aims to enhance in-orbit data p ... more  
Apogeo Space collaborates with INNOSPACE for IoT picosatellite launchesParis, France (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Apogeo Space has signed a collaboration with South Korea's INNOSPACE to manage the launches of multiple units for Italy's first private telecommunications satellite constellation dedicated to Intern ... more |
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