China’s Next-Gen Lunar Spacecraft Nails Escape Test, Hits Safety Milestone in Seconds China’s next-gen spacecraft just nailed a dramatic escape test in what may be its biggest achievement yet. The successful test marks a significant milestone in China’s ambitious space exploration program, demonstrating the country’s growing capabilities in space technology. The spacecraft, designed for future […]
China’s new liquid rocket engine clears key test to launch 12 ton cargo into orbit
China’s New Liquid Rocket Engine Clears Key Test to Launch 12 Ton Cargo Into Orbit China has completed a key propulsion system test for its new medium-lift launch vehicle, Kinetica-2, marking a significant milestone in the country’s space exploration endeavors. The successful test of the liquid rocket engine paves the way for China to launch […]
China plans daring satellite refueling test in orbit as US spies watch closely
China Plans Daring Satellite Refueling Test in Orbit as US Spies Watch Closely China is about to perform a critical orbital refueling test. If all goes to plan, this daring mission will mark a significant milestone in the country’s space exploration efforts. With the aim of extending the lifespan of its satellites and reducing space […]
Japan’s ispace loses second moon lander as contact breaks before touchdown
Japan’s ispace Faces Setback as Contact with Moon Lander Lost In a disappointing turn of events, Tokyo-based ispace lost contact with its lunar lander ‘Resilience’ just under two minutes before it was scheduled to touch down on the moon’s surface. The mission, which aimed to further Japan’s space exploration ambitions and contribute valuable data to […]
Musk threatens to scrap Dragon spacecraft as feud with Trump spirals out of control
Musk Threatens to Scrap Dragon Spacecraft as Feud with Trump Spirals Out of Control Elon Musk on Thursday said that SpaceX will begin decommissioning its Dragon spacecraft “immediately,” following a tumultuous exchange of words with former President Donald Trump on social media. The SpaceX CEO’s announcement sent shockwaves through the aerospace industry, raising concerns about […]
Nuclear electric propulsion could cut deep space travel time, boost payload capacity
Nuclear Electric Propulsion: Revolutionizing Deep Space Travel and Payload Capacity A new study explores the potential of nuclear fission-powered propulsion for advanced deep space exploration. With the growing interest in space travel and the need to reduce travel time and increase payload capacity, nuclear electric propulsion (NEP) emerges as a promising solution that could revolutionize […]
SpaceX-style rocket recovery achieved by China’s Space Epoch over eastern seas
Space Epoch Successfully Tests SpaceX-Style Rocket Recovery Over Eastern Seas Beijing-based rocket startup Space Epoch has recently made waves in the aerospace industry by successfully completing its first sea recovery test. The company, often likened to SpaceX for its ambitious goals and innovative approach, has demonstrated its capabilities in rocket recovery, a feat previously dominated […]
Cold War-era fighter jets F-4 Phantoms could launch satellites for US firm
Cold War-era fighter jets F-4 Phantoms could launch satellites for US firm The skies above the Kennedy Space Center have long echoed with the roar of privately funded aerospace endeavors. However, a new player is set to make waves in the industry with a groundbreaking proposal that involves repurposing Cold War-era fighter jets to launch […]
China to build robot thruster to shield space station from Elon Musk’s satellite swarm
China to Build Robot Thruster to Shield Space Station from Elon Musk’s Satellite Swarm The militarization of space continues to gain momentum. One of the world’s leading space powers, China, is taking a significant step in safeguarding its assets in orbit. With the increasing number of satellites being launched into space by private companies like […]
UK space robots gear up to build solar farms, data centers, megastructures
UK Space Robots Gear Up to Build Solar Farms, Data Centers, Megastructures Robots are already transforming industries here on Earth. The next big challenge is to build solar farms, data centers, and megastructures in space. The United Kingdom is at the forefront of this technological revolution, with innovative companies leading the way in developing space […]