Astronomers detect seismic ripples in ancient galactic disk
Tuesday, 26 December 2023 08:45
Canberra, Australia (SPX) Dec 26, 2023
A new snapshot of an ancient, far-off galaxy could help scientists understand how it formed and the origins of our own Milky Way.
At more than 12 billion years old, BRI 1335-0417 is the oldest and furthest known spiral galaxy in our universe.
Lead author Dr Takafumi Tsukui said a state-of-the-art telescope called ALMA allowed them to look at this ancient galaxy in much greater detail
A new snapshot of an ancient, far-off galaxy could help scientists understand how it formed and the origins of our own Milky Way.
At more than 12 billion years old, BRI 1335-0417 is the oldest and furthest known spiral galaxy in our universe.
Lead author Dr Takafumi Tsukui said a state-of-the-art telescope called ALMA allowed them to look at this ancient galaxy in much greater detail Hubble watches 'Spoke Season' on Saturn
Tuesday, 26 December 2023 08:45
Washington DC (SPX) Dec 26, 2023
This photo of Saturn was taken by NASA's Hubble Space Telescope on October 22, 2023, when the ringed planet was approximately 850 million miles from Earth. Hubble's ultra-sharp vision reveals a phenomenon called ring spokes.
Saturn's spokes are transient features that rotate along with the rings. Their ghostly appearance only persists for two or three rotations around Saturn. During active
This photo of Saturn was taken by NASA's Hubble Space Telescope on October 22, 2023, when the ringed planet was approximately 850 million miles from Earth. Hubble's ultra-sharp vision reveals a phenomenon called ring spokes.
Saturn's spokes are transient features that rotate along with the rings. Their ghostly appearance only persists for two or three rotations around Saturn. During active Organic compounds in asteroids formed in colder regions of space
Tuesday, 26 December 2023 08:45
Perth, Australia (SPX) 2622, 2023
Analysis of organic compounds - called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) - extracted from the Ryugu asteroid and Murchison meteorite has found that certain PAHs likely formed in the cold areas of space between stars rather than in hot regions near stars as was previously thought. The findings open new possibilities for studying life beyond Earth and the chemistry of objects in space.
Analysis of organic compounds - called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) - extracted from the Ryugu asteroid and Murchison meteorite has found that certain PAHs likely formed in the cold areas of space between stars rather than in hot regions near stars as was previously thought. The findings open new possibilities for studying life beyond Earth and the chemistry of objects in space. SpaceX launches Starlink, Sarah-2 missions
Sunday, 24 December 2023 23:55
Washington DC (UPI) Dec 24, 2021
Elon Musk's SpaceX launched two rockets on Saturday and Sunday, one carrying Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit and another with two radar reconnaissance satellites for the German military.
SpaceX on Sunday launched the Sarah-2 mission carrying the German satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California at 8:11 a.m. EST. The flight had been delayed from Saturday to allow
Elon Musk's SpaceX launched two rockets on Saturday and Sunday, one carrying Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit and another with two radar reconnaissance satellites for the German military.
SpaceX on Sunday launched the Sarah-2 mission carrying the German satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California at 8:11 a.m. EST. The flight had been delayed from Saturday to allow Russia space agency official held over multi-million euro fraud
Saturday, 23 December 2023 11:04
Moscow (AFP) Dec 22, 2023
Police on Friday detained the deputy director of Russia's space agency Roscosmos over the suspected embezzlement of 4.3 million euros from the crisis-hit sector.
Oleg Frolov and two other suspects are accused of a "large-scale fraud", said a statement from the Russian investigative committee, which handles major criminal investigations.
"Frolov, using his official position, took part in
Police on Friday detained the deputy director of Russia's space agency Roscosmos over the suspected embezzlement of 4.3 million euros from the crisis-hit sector.
Oleg Frolov and two other suspects are accused of a "large-scale fraud", said a statement from the Russian investigative committee, which handles major criminal investigations.
"Frolov, using his official position, took part in SpaceX returns vital life science research to Earth
Saturday, 23 December 2023 11:04
Washington DC (UPI) Dec 22, 2023
SpaceX returned more than 30 research payloads, many of which were vital life science investigations, from the ISS National Laboratory to Earth Friday.
The Elon Musk-owned astronautics company completed its 29th NASA-contracted commercial resupply services mission, which sent test samples to the ISS National Laboratory and enabled researchers to leverage unique research and technology n
SpaceX returned more than 30 research payloads, many of which were vital life science investigations, from the ISS National Laboratory to Earth Friday.
The Elon Musk-owned astronautics company completed its 29th NASA-contracted commercial resupply services mission, which sent test samples to the ISS National Laboratory and enabled researchers to leverage unique research and technology n Year in images 2023
Friday, 22 December 2023 13:10
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Shenzhou-17 astronauts conduct first spacewalk to repair solar array
Friday, 22 December 2023 11:30
Helicity Space plants a seed for fusion propulsion technology - can it work?
Friday, 22 December 2023 10:51
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Dec 21, 2023
Helicity Space, a name that's beginning to resonate in the commercial space industry, recently heralded a significant advance in its quest to redefine space propulsion. The company has successfully secured a $5 million seed funding round, a move that not only underscores the industry's confidence in fusion technology but also marks a pivotal moment in space travel innovation.
This round of
Helicity Space, a name that's beginning to resonate in the commercial space industry, recently heralded a significant advance in its quest to redefine space propulsion. The company has successfully secured a $5 million seed funding round, a move that not only underscores the industry's confidence in fusion technology but also marks a pivotal moment in space travel innovation.
This round of ESA and IENAI Space unveil innovative electrospray propulsion for small satellites
Friday, 22 December 2023 10:51
Paris (ESA) Dec 22, 2023
In a significant advancement for small satellite propulsion, the European Space Agency (ESA) and IENAI Space, a Spain-based technology firm, have introduced an innovative electrospray propulsion system known as ATHENA (Adaptable THruster based on Electrospray powered by Nanotechnology). This pioneering technology, designed to enhance the maneuverability and longevity of CubeSats and similar smal
In a significant advancement for small satellite propulsion, the European Space Agency (ESA) and IENAI Space, a Spain-based technology firm, have introduced an innovative electrospray propulsion system known as ATHENA (Adaptable THruster based on Electrospray powered by Nanotechnology). This pioneering technology, designed to enhance the maneuverability and longevity of CubeSats and similar smal ESA Partners with GMV for Advanced Greek Space Debris Tracking Radar
Friday, 22 December 2023 10:51
Madrid, Spain (SPX) Dec 22, 2023
The European Space Agency (ESA) has recently taken a significant step in enhancing its space situational awareness capabilities by awarding a contract for the Greek Space Debris Tracking Radar (HSTR). This project, led by a consortium headed by Spanish company TTI Norte and including GMV, is set to play a pivotal role in monitoring the increasingly congested Low Earth Orbit (LEO) region.
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The European Space Agency (ESA) has recently taken a significant step in enhancing its space situational awareness capabilities by awarding a contract for the Greek Space Debris Tracking Radar (HSTR). This project, led by a consortium headed by Spanish company TTI Norte and including GMV, is set to play a pivotal role in monitoring the increasingly congested Low Earth Orbit (LEO) region.
H MSBAI and Princeton partner in SpaceWERX contract to enhance space flight training
Friday, 22 December 2023 10:51
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Dec 21, 2023
MSBAI in collaboration with Princeton University, has been awarded a significant contract valued at $1.25 million from SpaceWERX. This Phase 2 contract, part of the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) X22.D cycle, aims to revolutionize the process of space flight mission training through the introduction of GURU, a highly autonomous system designed to streamline expert workflows in softwar
MSBAI in collaboration with Princeton University, has been awarded a significant contract valued at $1.25 million from SpaceWERX. This Phase 2 contract, part of the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) X22.D cycle, aims to revolutionize the process of space flight mission training through the introduction of GURU, a highly autonomous system designed to streamline expert workflows in softwar NASA astronauts test SpaceX's new elevator for upcoming Artemis Lunar landings
Friday, 22 December 2023 10:51
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Dec 22, 2023
NASA astronauts Nicole Mann and Doug "Wheels" Wheelock have recently tested a sub-scale mockup of an innovative elevator system designed for SpaceX's Starship human landing system. This system is earmarked for critical roles in NASA's upcoming Artemis III and IV missions to the Moon. The Starship, a centerpiece in these missions, is tasked with transporting two astronauts from the Orion spacecra
NASA astronauts Nicole Mann and Doug "Wheels" Wheelock have recently tested a sub-scale mockup of an innovative elevator system designed for SpaceX's Starship human landing system. This system is earmarked for critical roles in NASA's upcoming Artemis III and IV missions to the Moon. The Starship, a centerpiece in these missions, is tasked with transporting two astronauts from the Orion spacecra Space Force Unveils Vision for 2030 at Inaugural Spacepower Conference
Friday, 22 December 2023 10:51
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Dec 21, 2023
At the inaugural Spacepower Conference held in Orlando, Florida, from December 12-13, U.S. Space Force leaders outlined an ambitious vision for the future of the nation's newest military branch. The event, hosted by the Space Force Association, provided industry professionals and the public with insights into the Space Force's strategic direction and operational developments for the next decade.
At the inaugural Spacepower Conference held in Orlando, Florida, from December 12-13, U.S. Space Force leaders outlined an ambitious vision for the future of the nation's newest military branch. The event, hosted by the Space Force Association, provided industry professionals and the public with insights into the Space Force's strategic direction and operational developments for the next decade. US Space Force explores new frontiers in Norway: Partnership and Innovation Take Center Stage
Friday, 22 December 2023 10:51
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Dec 21, 2023
In a significant step towards international collaboration in space, Major General John Olson, Mobilization Assistant to the Chief of Space Operations at the U.S. Space Force, recently led a delegation to the Spaceport Norway conference in Oslo. This event marked a pivotal moment for the U.S. Space Force and the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) as they engaged in crucial dialogues about the future o
In a significant step towards international collaboration in space, Major General John Olson, Mobilization Assistant to the Chief of Space Operations at the U.S. Space Force, recently led a delegation to the Spaceport Norway conference in Oslo. This event marked a pivotal moment for the U.S. Space Force and the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) as they engaged in crucial dialogues about the future o