Astranis partners with Xona Space for U.S. military GPS backup program
Friday, 01 November 2024 19:16Recruiting the world's first disabled astronaut doesn't mean space travel is inclusive—here's how to change that
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Week in images: 28 October - 01 November 2024
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NASA's Starliner astronauts to achieve feat, technically, during SpaceX Dragon relocation
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NASA panel calls on SpaceX to “maintain focus” on Dragon safety after recent anomalies
Friday, 01 November 2024 09:38Hera's HyperScout Captures Spectral View of Earth from Deep Space
Friday, 01 November 2024 08:50In the spirit of Halloween, Hera's HyperScout H imager has captured a series of spectral views of Earth, offering a haunting yet fascinating depiction. These images, taken through multiple spectral bands, highlight Earth in a spectral palette ranging from blue to red, showcasing the capabilities of Hera's advanced imaging instrument. HyperScout H, aboard the Hera asteroid mission, is a hyp
Laser measurements aid in tracking space debris and mapping Earth's water resources
Friday, 01 November 2024 08:50The Earth's gravitational field affects the orbits of satellites and space debris, and changes in these orbits provide insights into variations in the gravitational field and associated shifts in Earth's water masses. In a new initiative, the COVER project, researchers at the Institute of Geodesy at TU Graz have integrated satellite gravity measurements with satellite laser ranging (SLR) technol
Colt and Rivada collaborate to launch high-speed, secure global connectivity
Friday, 01 November 2024 08:50Colt Technology Services, an international digital infrastructure provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Rivada Space Networks to establish an advanced connectivity network designed for high-speed, secure data transfer. Rivada Space Networks revealed that the first satellite launch is set for 2025, with service deployment expected in 2026. Since its founding in 1992, Colt has
India plans lunar sample mission for 2028
Friday, 01 November 2024 08:50India is eying a return to the moon in 2028, aiming to collect 6.6 pounds of lunar samples from an area thought to be rich in water and ice near the lunar south pole, the Indian Space Research Organization has announced. The mission is projected to cost about $253 billion in U.S. dollars, the agency said. ISRO will work to perfect several new types of technology before launching
Immune System Responses Studied in Space by Biomedical Intern
Friday, 01 November 2024 08:50Malcolm O'Malley, a seventeen-year-old college hopeful, anxiously awaited the results of his bloodwork alongside his mother. This was no ordinary check-up but one to understand his sudden, severe symptoms. When the doctor revealed an alarmingly high level of antibodies, O'Malley learned he was now deathly allergic to shellfish-despite having enjoyed shrimp less than a year prior. The news prompt
US Space Force SSC opens proposals for 2024 Space Launch Contract Opportunity
Friday, 01 November 2024 08:50Space Systems Command (SSC) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 Lane 1 On-Ramp. This marks the first opportunity for new participants to enter the NSSL Phase 3 Lane 1 since the initial awards went to Blue Origin, SpaceX, and ULA in June 2024. Proposals are due by December 13, 2024, and the final award announcement is anticipated for spri
Chinese launch startup Cosmoleap secures funding for rocket featuring chopstick recovery system
Friday, 01 November 2024 08:33Join the Space Resources Challenge
Friday, 01 November 2024 08:00The Space Resources Challenge was launched last week, an opportunity for innovators to pioneer the technologies that will help humankind live and work sustainably on the Moon.
Earth from Space: Ross Island, Antarctica
Friday, 01 November 2024 08:00Space is closer than you think: apply now to the ESA Student Internship Programme
Friday, 01 November 2024 07:30The 2025 ESA internship opportunities are now live! Positions are open in a wide range of fields, including engineering, science, IT, natural and social sciences, business, economics, and administrative services. This is your chance to launch your career in the extraordinary world of space exploration—don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience with one of the world’s leading space organisations!