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NASA tests technology, practices Artemis moonwalks in Arizona desert
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To prepare for exploring the moon during NASA's Artemis campaign, the agency is conducting a week-long field test in the lunar-like landscape of San Francisco Volcanic Field near Flagstaff, Arizona to practice moonwalk scenarios.
NASA astronauts Kate Rubins and Andre Douglas are serving as the crewmembers and wearing mockup spacesuit systems as they traverse through the desert, completing a variety of technology demonstrations, hardware checkouts and Artemis science-related operations.
During the test, two integrated teams will work together as they practice end-to-end lunar operations.
Ariane 6 infographic: first passengers
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Ariane 6 infographic: first passengers One step closer to a CubeSat swarm mission
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The next revolution in space technology could be using swarms of small spacecraft working together rather than one much bigger spacecraft. Following an open call for ideas, ESA selected seven projects for mission/system concept study. On 26 April the teams showcased their work in ESA's Concurrent Design facility. Two studies were selected for further development.
Terran Orbital Chosen by Lockheed Martin for SDA Satellite Buses Contract
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Terran Orbital has been selected by Lockheed Martin to produce 18 satellite buses for the Space Development Agency's (SDA) Tranche 2 (T2) Tracking Layer contract. Lockheed Martin will supply the SDA with 16 wide field-of-view missile warning/missile tracking space vehicles equipped with infrared sensors and two vehicles with missile defense infrared sensors capable of generating fire control-qua Dazzling auroras fade from skies as sunspot turns away
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The spectacular auroras that danced across the sky in many parts of the world over the weekend are fading, scientists said Monday, as the massive sunspot that caused them turns its ferocious gaze away from Earth.
Since Friday, the most powerful solar storm to strike our planet in more than two decades has lit up night skies with dazzling auroras in the United States, Tasmania, the Bahamas an New Method Unravels Slow Electron Behavior
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Electrons can exhibit different behaviors based on their energy levels. High-energy or low-energy electron interactions with solid materials trigger various effects. For instance, low-energy electrons can cause cancer but can also be used to treat tumors. They are also critical in microelectronics for producing tiny structures.
Measuring slow electrons is challenging, and understanding the The spacecraft control centre of the future
A cosmic chronicle
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Are you ready for the greatest story ever told? Launched in France on 25 April 2024, Space Odyssey is the first complete history of space in graphic novel form. Drawing on the latest scientific and historical sources, it tells the story of the men and women who pioneered humankind's journey into space.
NASA names David Salvagnini as chief artificial intelligence officer
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David Salvagnini, NASA's chief data officer, will take on the expanded role of chief artificial intelligence officer, the agency announced Monday.
"Artificial intelligence has been safely used at NASA for decades, and as this technology expands, it can accelerate the pace of discovery," NASA Administrator Bill Nelson said in a news release.
"It's important that we remain at the f Maritime Launch Secures Conditional $12.9M Term Sheet from Canadian Government
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Maritime Launch Services Inc. has received a conditional term sheet for a $12.9 million contribution administered under the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF). The funding will support Maritime Launch in developing Spaceport Nova Scotia, preparing for a first orbital launch from Nova Scotia, Canada, in 2025.
The term sheet from the Government of Canada proposes $12.9 million in project cost r 
