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Robotics microbiology and agriculture dominate ISS research this month
Dec 08, 2024 (SPX)
NASA astronaut and station commander Suni Williams concentrated on advancing robotic and agricultural technologies in space. She activated the Astrobee robotic ...
Trump names billionaire private astronaut as next NASA chief
Dec 04, 2024 (AFP)
The nod raises questions about potential conflicts of interest, given Isaacman's financial ties to SpaceX chief Elon Musk, who is set to co-lead a government ef...
India's Gaganyatris complete initial astronaut training for ISRO-NASA mission to ISS
Dec 02, 2024 (SPX)
India's journey towards human spaceflight began with the Gaganyaan Program, a flagship initiative by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) aimed at demo...
ISS crew members prepare space botany study and pack Dragon capsule for return
Nov 30, 2024 (SPX)
NASA Flight Engineers Nick Hague, Don Pettit, and Butch Wilmore concentrated on loading equipment and scientific results into the Dragon spacecraft. Dragon, whi...
McGill Professor leads AXIS mission in final phase of NASA selection process
Nov 29, 2024 (SPX)
The AXIS mission seeks to explore the origins of primordial black holes from the early universe, investigating their formation and influence on galaxy evolution...
NASA Voyager 1 returns to full operations after communication issue
Nov 27, 2024 (SPX)
Earlier this month, mission engineers reactivated the X-band transmitter, restoring data collection from Voyager 1's four operational science instruments. As of...
Slingshot Aerospace secures $13M NOAA contract for Space Traffic Platform Interface
Nov 27, 2024 (SPX)
The TraCSS Presentation Layer, envisioned as a user-friendly interface for global satellite operators, will enhance space traffic coordination and ensure satell...
ISS National Lab Showcases Advances in Microgravity Physical Science Research
Nov 26, 2024 (SPX)
The ISS National Lab provides researchers with unique access to persistent microgravity conditions, enabling studies that are not feasible on Earth. Since 2016,...
PLD Space partners with Deimos for MIURA 5 guidance system development
Nov 26, 2024 (SPX)
The MIURA 5, the flagship two-stage orbital launcher in the MIURA family, is designed for the precision transport of small payloads. The GNC system, a critical ...
Aalyria and iSEE join forces to advance space traffic management
Nov 21, 2024 (SPX)
"By integrating iSEE's in-orbit monitoring technology with our Spacetime platform, we're creating a more robust solution for space network management," said Chr...
Sierra Space advances certification for LIFE 10 space habitat technology
Nov 21, 2024 (SPX)
The LIFE 10 module underwent its final UBP test on October 29th at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, achieving a rupture pressure of 255 psi - the highest re...
AnalySwift aims to transform spacecraft for secondary uses during extended missions
Nov 20, 2024 (SPX)
Allan Wood, AnalySwift president and CEO, said the contract will fund two advancements: processes and hardware to disassemble spacecraft components and reassemb...
French satellite startup U-Space partners with Neuraspace for satellite safety
Nov 19, 2024 (SPX)
U-Space has chosen Neuraspace's AI and machine learning-driven Space Traffic Management (STM) system to support the secure and effective operation of its two up...
Navigating the Digital Skies: How Adtech is Revolutionizing Space Tourism Marketing
Nov 19, 2024 (SPX)
Space Tourism: The New Frontier of Advertising Imagine you're scrolling through social media when an ad appears: "Book your ticket to orbit - limited spots for ...
Launching From the Classroom to Careers: Students Gain Valuable Skills Through Research on the Space Station
Nov 16, 2024 (SPX)
But as Randall and McTaggart watched their research launch to the International Space Station (ISS), the experience became real. They were no longer just studen...
Big Bang: Trump and Musk could redefine US space strategy
Nov 16, 2024 (AFP)
President-elect Donald Trump's second term, alongside SpaceX CEO and new consigliere Elon Musk, could mark a Big Bang for the US space program. The brash billio...
US Russian officials disagree over International Space Station leak severity
Nov 16, 2024 (UPI)
The fear among NASA officials is that an existing air leak in a Russian-controlled section of the ISS could eventually result in a "catastrophic failure." Both ...
NASA receives 14th straight 'clean' financial audit result
Nov 16, 2024 (SPX)
This top-tier audit result indicates that NASA's financial statements align with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for federal agencies and accurately re...
NASA, Peru plan collaborative sounding rocket study
Nov 15, 2024 (SPX)
The two organizations formalized their collaboration with a non-binding memorandum of understanding signed on Thursday. This agreement encompasses safety traini...
Trump's approach to space policy could throw up some surprises, especially with Elon Musk on board
Nov 15, 2024 (SPX)
Nevertheless, Trump's swooning speech embracing Elon Musk, along with the SpaceX founder's appointment to lead a new department of government efficiency could i...
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