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JWST Takes Detailed Picture of The Horsehead Nebula’s Features

Astronomy, Astrophysics / Valeriano Ndeyi

A fresh perspective has just unveiled a renowned feature in our planet’s sky. Mid- and near-infrared investigations conducted by the James Webb Space Telescope have revealed never-before-seen characteristics in the Horsehead Nebula space cloud. The space telescope focused on the area on top of the “horse’s” head, collecting tendrils and filaments with exceptional resolution, producing […]

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Ways to View the Launch of Boeing’s Starliner

Aerospace, Astronomy, Planetary Science / Leandro Conceição

In recent years, space launches, even crewed ones, have become quite frequent, receiving limited attention unless they mark a significant milestone. However, with Monday’s Starliner mission, there’s a notable surge in interest for valid reasons.

As the spacecraft endeavors to depart from the launch pad, it bears considerable responsibility, not only for the safety of NASA astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Sunita Williams, the inaugural Starliner flight crew.

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Moon Crater Traced as Origin of Nearby Asteroid

Astronomy, Planetary Science, Science / Jorge Paka

Scientists have long been able to trace many asteroids back to their parent bodies, whether planets or moons. However, they now assert for the first time that they’ve pinpointed the exact crater on the Moon where an asteroid originated from. Craters serve not only as the remnants of asteroid impacts on celestial bodies like planets

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Most Advanced Solar Sail Launched into Space

Astronomy, Planetary Science / Jorge Paka

Despite being the size of a toaster, NASA’s Advanced Composite Solar Sail System (ACS3) can deploy an ultra-thin plastic sail in approximately 25 minutes, covering an area of 860 ft² (80 m²) with a boom extending from the size of a hand to 23 ft (7 m) in length. While it’s not the first solar

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It’s Official: Researchers Finally Verified What Is Inside the Moon

Astronomy, Planetary Science, Science / Valeriano Ndeyi

The decision is in, then. After all, the Moon is not composed of green cheese. According to a detailed analysis released in May 2023, the Moon’s inner core is a solid ball with a density akin to iron. Resolving this long-running controversy – is it solid or molten? – promises to improve our understanding of

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Mastering Solar Eclipse Photography with Star Trackers

Astronomy, Planetary Science, Science, Stellar Astronomy / Eduardo Paulo

Capturing the mesmerizing beauty of a total solar eclipse requires careful planning and the right equipment. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the intricacies of using a star tracker to enhance your solar eclipse photography experience. Why Use a Star Tracker? A star tracker, also known as a solar tracker in this context, offers

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Astronomers Spot Radio Halo in Massive Galaxy Cluster

Astronomy, Galactic Astronomy / Jorge Paka

A global team of astronomers conducted radio observations of the large galaxy cluster ACT-CL J0329.2-2330, uncovering a new radio halo within the cluster. The discovery was detailed in a research paper published on April 5 on the pre-print server arXiv. In fact, radio halos are vast areas of diffuse radio emissions typically located at the

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Musk Plans to Deploy 1,000 Ships for Colonizing Mars

Astronomy, Planetary Science / Jorge Paka

Elon Musk reiterated his dedication to Mars colonization during a presentation at SpaceX’s Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas. He discussed the progress of the company’s Starship rocket and highlighted the potential for thousands of spacecraft to journey to Mars simultaneously, driven by advancements and reduced launch expenses. SpaceX’s founder has openly expressed his ambition

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Incredible: Total Solar Eclipse Huge for Scientists. Here’s Why

Astronomy, Planetary Science, Stellar Astronomy / Jorge Paka

When an uncommon total solar eclipse passes over North America next Monday, scientists will have the opportunity to collect invaluable information ranging from the Sun’s atmosphere to peculiar animal behaviors, and even potential impacts on humans. During the Sun’s near-peak activity in its 11-year solar cycle, an awe-inspiring sight awaits: the corona will illuminate magnificently

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Relativity Theory Fuels Moon Time Standard Proposal

Astronomy, Planetary Science / Jorge Paka

Thanks to Albert Einstein’s work, the US Government is considering establishing an official time zone for the Moon. This initiative isn’t primarily about addressing jet lag; rather, it’s driven by the impact of gravity on time, which can significantly disrupt highly precise technologies. Individuals who have journeyed across vast distances have undoubtedly experienced the inconvenience

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