Canada extends MDA Space’s ISS robotics contract to 2030


The paradox of U.S. government R&D funding: Barriers for non-U.S. owned firms


FAA to require reentry vehicles licensed before launch


Researchers quantify the ideal in situ construction method for lunar habitats

As the lunar exploration mission evolves from exploration to construction and utilization, in situ lunar construction becomes an imperative requirement. The key is regolith solidification and formation, aiming to maximize local resource utilization while minimizing transportation and maintenance costs.
Nearly 20 techniques have been employed for preparing regolith-based construction materials, each with distinct requirements and capabilities. Professor Feng from Tsinghua University has conducted a comprehensive review, precise classification, and quantitative evaluation of regolith solidification and formation techniques, shedding light on key challenges and future development directions.
Suppliers struggle as military embraces small satellites


Rare sighting of ‘doomed’ SOHO comet during solar eclipse
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Photo of total solar eclipse Earth from Space: The Mekong Delta
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Earth from Space: The Mekong Delta Watch live: ESA astronaut class of 2022 graduation ceremony
Constellation of Starlink satellites grows with latest SpaceX launch from Florida
SpaceX launched a cluster of 23 satellites into low-Earth orbit Thursday, the 334th launch of the company's Starlink Internet satellites and the 268th time a reusable booster rocket has been used.
The launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida occurred at 6:40 p.m. EDT.
The booster used in Thursday's launch settled on the drone A Shortfall of Gravitas in the Atlantic Ocean Momentus and Ascent Solar Technologies announce new solar array partnership
Momentus and Ascent Solar have unveiled their partnership aimed at jointly marketing innovative solar arrays that integrate Momentus's low-cost Tape Spring Solar Array tech and Ascent's advanced, flexible photovoltaic modules. The surge in satellite production and deployment underscores a critical demand for affordable and efficient solar arrays. 