SpaceX’s Starship Aces 10th Flight with Satellite Deployment and Splashdown After several disappointing test flights, SpaceX finally pulled off its most successful Starship mission yet. The aerospace company, founded by Elon Musk, successfully launched its Starship rocket for the 10th time, showcasing its capabilities in satellite deployment and a flawless splashdown. This milestone marks a […]
RoboBall: Ball-like robot could map steep moon craters, rolling where rovers can’tÂ
RoboBall: Ball-like robot could map steep moon craters, rolling where rovers can’t What began as a concept at NASA two decades ago is now rolling into reality. The innovative RoboBall, a ball-shaped robot designed to traverse the steep and challenging terrain of moon craters, is set to revolutionize lunar exploration. This cutting-edge technology showcases the […]
Dog-like robot trains on White Sands dunes to prepare for Moon and Mars missions
Dog-like robot trains on White Sands dunes to prepare for Moon and Mars missions The silent and vast dunes of White Sands National Park stretch endlessly, but these days, they are not just a place for serene contemplation or leisurely walks. They have become the testing grounds for the next generation of robotic explorers destined […]
Dark matter could turn exoplanets into tiny black holes, shocking study reveals
Dark Matter Could Turn Exoplanets into Tiny Black Holes, Shocking Study Reveals A study suggests that exoplanets could be used to search for dark matter — the elusive substance that makes up approximately 85% of the universe’s mass. According to researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, dark matter could accumulate within the cores of […]
Alien spy? Mystery space object may be nuclear spaceship, claims Harvard scientist
Is the recently discovered interstellar comet, 3I/ATLAS, more than meets the eye? According to a Harvard scientist, this mysterious space object might be a nuclear spaceship. The claim has sparked intense debate and captured the attention of the scientific community worldwide. Most comets are icy bodies that originate from the outer solar system, but 3I/ATLAS […]
Moon’s time capsule: Apollo-era rock core sample tells tale of ancient landslide
Moon’s Time Capsule: Apollo-era Rock Core Sample Tells Tale of Ancient Landslide Fifty years ago, the last human set foot on the Moon. The Apollo 17 mission marked the end of an era of human exploration on our celestial neighbor. However, the scientific legacy of the Apollo missions continues to unfold, with new discoveries still […]
Mouse stem cells survive six months in space, produce healthy offspring on Earth
Mouse Stem Cells Survive Six Months in Space, Produce Healthy Offspring on Earth Living in space is incredibly hard on the human body. Our bodies are not built to withstand the microgravity, radiation, and other challenges that come with space travel. However, recent research has shown that stem cells might be the key to overcoming […]
Elon Musk’s Mars rocket gets radical fin redesign to prevent flight failures
Elon Musk’s Mars Rocket Gets Radical Fin Redesign to Prevent Flight Failures Elon Musk’s SpaceX has redesigned some parts of its colossal Mars-bound Starship to improve its chances of a successful flight. The radical fin redesign comes after a series of test flights that ended in explosive crash landings. Musk’s vision of colonizing Mars is […]
Autonomous robots rappel into lunar caves to test exploration techniques
Autonomous Robots Rappel into Lunar Caves to Test Exploration Techniques Future missions to Mars and the moon may involve exploring underground lava tubes. These natural formations could provide shelter for astronauts, protection from harsh surface conditions, and access to valuable resources. To prepare for such missions, researchers are turning to autonomous robots capable of rappelling […]
Astrochemists find key life element trapped in space’s frozen depths
Astrochemists Find Key Life Element Trapped in Space’s Frozen Depths Astrochemists have long been baffled by the scarcity of molecular sulfur in space. Sulfur is a crucial element for life as we know it, playing a vital role in amino acids, proteins, and even some coenzymes. However, despite its importance, sulfur has been elusive in […]