A rock on Mars recently revealed an unexpected treasure after Curiosity accidentally cracked through its seemingly ordinary exterior. When the rover, weighing 899 kilograms (1,982 pounds), rolled over the rock, it broke open to reveal yellow crystals of elemental sulfur, or brimstone. While sulfates are relatively common on Mars, this is the first discovery of …
A new sci-fi-inspired spacesuit that recycles urine into drinking water may soon enable astronauts to perform lengthy spacewalks on upcoming lunar expeditions. The prototype, modeled after the “stillsuits” from the sci-fi classic Dune, collects urine, purifies it, and returns it to the astronaut through a drinking tube within five minutes. This innovative suit could potentially …
A defunct Russian satellite shattered into nearly 200 pieces of debris, prompting astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) to seek shelter for about an hour. NASA, the U.S. space agency, was informed that the Russian Earth observation satellite RESURS-P1 had broken up on Wednesday. As a precautionary measure, the six American crew members on …
Currently, Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams are testing Boeing's new Starliner spacecraft. Their eight-day mission has been extended to stay at the International Space Station (ISS) due to a number of concerns that have arisen. As NASA attempts to address these issues, the return date is still unknown. Mission Specifics and Difficulties With great expectations …
NASA has chosen Elon Musk's SpaceX to decommission the International Space Station (ISS) at the end of its operational life. The California-based company will develop a vehicle capable of guiding the 430-ton orbiting platform into the Pacific Ocean in the early part of the next decade. The contract for this task, valued at up to …
This weekend promises a celestial spectacle as NASA announces the peak of the Eta Aquariids Meteor Shower on May 5-6, offering stargazers worldwide the chance to witness an awe-inspiring display of cosmic fireworks. With meteor rates reaching up to one per minute, this celestial event is not to be missed. But, where and when can …
In a groundbreaking collaboration, the world of high fashion is venturing into the final frontier. Axiom Space, the Houston-based aerospace company chosen by NASA for the Artemis III mission, has announced an innovative partnership with the renowned Italian fashion brand, Prada. This partnership is set to redefine the future of spacesuit design, making a significant …
On Friday, Nasa started taking applications for applicants to live for a year in Mars Dune Alpha, a 1,700-square-foot Martian habitat created by a 3D printer that is inside a building at Johnson Space Center in Houston. "In preparation for the real-life challenges of future missions to Mars, Nasa will concentrate on how highly motivated …
NASA's Jupiter moon mission is set to take place in the last quarter of 2024, and the preparations of the space agency for the space flight have already started, with SpaceX winning a $178 million contract to launch NASA's Clipper spacecraft. The said vessel will undoubtedly Jupiter's moon, Europa, and will direct a logical observation …
US space agency Nasa is praising an amateur stargazer for an image he and two others have taken of a cosmic bubble. Cirencester's Russell Discombe, Colorado's Joe Navara, and Essex's Glenn Clouder spent 30 hours shooting the Crescent Nebula. Therefore, Nasa named the image Astronomy Picture of the Day (APOD) on June 17th. Also, Mr. …
The Zhurong rover from China has returned fresh photographs from Mars, including a "selfie." The robot, which first landed in May, placed a wireless camera on the ground and then rolled back a short distance to capture a picture. The rocket-powered platform that brought the six-wheeled vehicle to a gentle landing is on Zhurong's right. …
Nasa has announced the launch of two new Venus missions to study the planet's atmosphere and geological characteristics. The missions will launch between 2028 and 2030, with each receiving $500 million (£352 million) in funding. The missions will provide Nasa Administrator Bill Nelson the "opportunity to examine a planet we haven't visited in more than …
NASA plans to send 5,000 water bears and 128 small squids to the space exploration center by space. NASA plans to send spacex 22nd satellite from NASA Space Exploration Centre to Space Research Center on June 3. Nasa rockets 5,000 water bears and 128 small squids to the …
NASA's robotic rover that is fitted with headlights and a set of powerful instruments will explore the dark side of the moon in search of crucial water molecules and some other sustaining minerals. The VIPER is set to transform our knowledge of lunar water, with all of it potentially usable for future exploration.The Volatiles Investigating …
