[ad_1] Our understanding of how galaxies form and the nature of dark matter could be completely altered, after new observations of a stellar population larger than the Milky Way from more than 11 billion years ago that should not exist. An article published in Nature details the findings using new data from the James Webb … Read more
[ad_1] The ADRAS-J satellite approaches the discarded stage of the H-2A rocket in this artist’s impression. Image: Astroscale. A small satellite that will inspect the body of a discarded rocket in orbit is scheduled to lift off on Sunday or Monday on a mission to develop techniques for removing space debris. The satellite built by … Read more
[ad_1] An experimental quantum engine is missing and presumed lost in space, after the team lost communication with the satellite it was supposed to move. Rogue Space Systems launched the Barry-1 satellite into orbit in November 2023, powered by the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Unfortunately, the company’s first space mission did not go as planned. … Read more
[ad_1] SpaceX launched a mysterious national security mission today (February 14) in a flawless late afternoon launch. A Falcon 9 rocket launched the classified USSF-124 mission for the US Space Force from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida today, right on time at 5:30 pm EST (2230 GMT). The first stage of the Falcon … Read more
[ad_1] European Space Agency (ESA) project astronaut Marcus Wandt, who recently returned to Earth after spending approximately three weeks on the International Space Station, has shared a video of him performing a “space waltz.” Wandt, who was part of the Axiom 3 Mission, the first all-European commercial flight to the space station, returned to Earth … Read more
[ad_1] The laser signal collected by the camera is then transmitted through an optical fiber that feeds a cryogenically cooled semiconductor nanowire single-photon detector. Designed and built by JPL Microdevice Laboratorythe detector is identical for the one used at Caltech’s Palomar Observatory, San Diego County, California, which acts as DSOC’s downlink ground station. “It’s a … Read more
[ad_1] After a remarkable 16 years of observing the Earth, the European remote sensing satellite ERS-2 is ready to make its final descent into the Earth’s atmosphere after 13 years of gradual orbital decay. Launched in 1995 as a successor to ERS-1, ERS-2 has been instrumental in transforming our understanding of the planet and the … Read more
[ad_1] Salad is good for your health, generally speaking, so growing fresh vegetables in orbit seems like a winning way for space travelers to stay healthy. New research suggests that as nutritious as space salad is, it could pose a risk to astronauts. The problem is that growing leafy plants like lettuce and spinach in … Read more
[ad_1] The image, taken from the ISS, shows a bright golden glow arcing over Earth. The American space agency NASA periodically captures impressive images of our universe, leaving space lovers mesmerized. NASA’s Instagram account is a treasure trove for those who love watching educational videos and fascinating images showing Earth and space. Now, in its … Read more
[ad_1] This article has been reviewed according to Science X. editorial process and policies. Editors have highlighted the following attributes while guaranteeing the credibility of the content: verified reputable news agency correct OK! The first vessel in a planned line, Tenacity, was completed at the company’s factory in Louisville, Colorado, in November and then shipped … Read more