London, UK (SPX) Mar 20, 2024
A study by the University of Surrey has revealed that simulated microgravity conditions, akin to those experienced by astronauts, cause disruptions in the natural rhythms of gene expression in humans. This simulation was achieved through 60 days of bed rest, providing insights into the molecular changes that occur in space. The study underscores the effects of microgravity on human physiol

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 20, 2024
This summer, NASA engineers will embark on airborne tests of innovative laser technologies designed for Earth science and potentially enhancing lunar exploration models. These instruments, based on light detection and ranging (lidar) technology, promise to refine the accuracy of models depicting the Moon's topography and identify suitable landing areas for the Artemis missions. Lidars, whi

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 20, 2024
In a significant move to enhance spaceflight safety and education, Kayhan Space has announced the launch of its Pathfinder Classroom, a pioneering space traffic coordination (STC) platform. Designed for university space programs, this platform enables autonomous assessment of satellite conjunctions and collision avoidance, addressing the urgent need for space situational awareness in the face of

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 20, 2024
In a strategic move to boost its global connectivity solutions, Intelsat today announced the expansion of its partnership with Eutelsat Group, focusing on the integration of Eutelsat's OneWeb low-earth orbit (LEO) constellation into Intelsat's offerings. This development signifies a major leap forward in multi-orbit satellite connectivity, propelling Intelsat to lead in the evolution of global c

Paris, France (SPX) Mar 20, 2024
In a significant leap forward for global satellite navigation, the European Space Agency (ESA) has announced the launch of two groundbreaking missions, Genesis and LEO-PNT, under its FutureNAV programme. With a total investment of euro 233 million, these missions are poised to elevate Europe's stature in the satellite navigation arena, catering to the burgeoning demand for more resilient and pr

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 20, 2024
Space mission software developer Antaris, has announced a collaboration with Aalyria to meld Aalyria's Spacetime network orchestration technology with Antaris's TrueTwin simulation platform. This union is poised to revolutionize satellite constellation simulations by enabling high-fidelity operations at scale. Spacetime, a cutting-edge SaaS platform, orchestrates expansive, dynamic communi

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 20, 2024
GITAI USA Inc. reports the completion of its technological demonstration, which involved a 1.5-meter-long autonomous dual robotic arm system (S2) performing tasks outside the International Space Station (ISS). This demonstration represents a critical advancement in on-orbit satellite servicing, demonstrating capabilities critical for satellite maintenance, repair, and assembly in space. Th

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 20, 2024
In a breakthrough study, Clemson University's postdoctoral fellow Alex McDaniel has advanced our understanding of dark matter, potentially edging scientists closer to unraveling one of the universe's most perplexing enigmas. Dark matter, which does not interact with electromagnetic forces and thus remains invisible to our current observational tools, constitutes approximately 85% of the universe

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 20, 2024
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has embarked on a mission to design a lunar rail system. Commissioned by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), this project forms a part of the ambitious LunA-10 Capability Study, which seeks over the next ten years to lay the groundwork for a robust space economy through international collaboration. The proposed rail network aims to revo

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 20, 2024
In a 'pivotal' demonstration of planetary defense techniques, NASA's Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) has altered the orbit and shape of the asteroid Dimorphos, according to a recent Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) study. The DART mission, which involved a spacecraft deliberately colliding with the 170-meter (560-foot) asteroid Dimorphos on September 26, 2022, has proven that kineti