Rectangle-shaped Mega Telescope Could Spot Earth-like Alien Worlds in Just 3 Years A simple change in telescope shape could bring the search for alien life closer to reality. The innovative idea of a rectangle-shaped mega telescope has the potential to revolutionize the way we explore the universe and could lead to the discovery of Earth-like […]
SpaceX’s Starship aces 10th flight with satellite deployment and splashdown
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 […]
Subtle fluid shifts could transform spacecraft fuel, water, and life-support systems
Subtle Fluid Shifts Could Transform Spacecraft Fuel, Water, and Life-Support Systems Liquids behave in strange ways without gravity, creating challenges for astronauts and engineers. A new study published in the journal Nature Communications sheds light on how subtle fluid shifts could potentially revolutionize spacecraft fuel, water, and life-support systems. Understanding the behavior of liquids in […]
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 […]
US firm’s supersonic engine design that could be used in orbital launch gets funding boost
US Firm’s Supersonic Engine Design Receives Funding Boost for Orbital Launch Potential A San Francisco-based aerospace company’s supersonic engine concept has received new funding. Astro Mechanica, known for its groundbreaking innovations in the aerospace industry, is set to revolutionize space travel with its latest development. The firm’s supersonic engine design, which has the potential to […]
Mysterious US military space plane launches on 8th secret mission with SpaceX
Mysterious US Military Space Plane Launches on 8th Secret Mission with SpaceX SpaceX launched the X-37B spaceplane using the Falcon 9 rocket in what happens to be the secretive spacecraft’s eighth mission. The X-37B, also known as the Orbital Test Vehicle (OTV), is an unmanned space drone operated by the United States Air Force and […]
New robotic system uses AI to analyse water quality
New Robotic System Uses AI to Analyse Water Quality In the realm of technological advancements, a groundbreaking development has emerged in the form of a new robotic system that harnesses the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assess the quality of water. This innovative approach, recently unveiled in a study in Robot Learning, showcases the […]
Folding spacecraft design could be enhanced with Japan’s ancient origami patterns
Folding Spacecraft Design Could Be Enhanced with Japan’s Ancient Origami Patterns Scientists are exploring a new class of origami structures that could help design and build the next generation of spacecraft. Drawing inspiration from Japan’s ancient art of paper folding, researchers are investigating how origami patterns can be applied to spacecraft design to improve efficiency, […]
Low-power magnetic system could improve oxygen generation for deep space missionsÂ
Low-power magnetic system could improve oxygen generation for deep space missions Who knew a small magnet could hold the power to fix one of space exploration’s most pressing challenges – oxygen generation for deep space missions? The innovative solution lies in a low-power magnetic system that has the potential to revolutionize how astronauts produce and […]
US firm’s solid rocket motor with grain propellant tested, delivers increased performance
US Firm’s Solid Rocket Motor with Grain Propellant Tested, Delivers Increased Performance A Colorado-based company has conducted successful static fires for a new extended range variant of a solid rocket motor utilizing grain propellant. This innovative technology promises to revolutionize the aerospace industry by offering increased performance and efficiency compared to traditional liquid propulsion systems. […]