Starliner awaiting launchBoeing Boeing canceled its attempt to send two astronauts into orbit. Technical issues with the oxygen release valve of the Centaur second stage of the Atlas V rocket led to the halt of the Starliner spacecraft's launch at 8:33 pm EDT. The launch of Starliner, initially scheduled for 10:34:14 pm EDT, was aborted after...
3D printing creates the EVA suit helmet using polycarbonate materials. Credit: SpaceX SpaceX has unveiled its latest Extravehicular Activity (EVA) suits, which could debut in low-Earth orbit by the end of summer. These new suits represent an evolution from the current Dragon mission spacesuits, limited to pressurized environments. Unlike their predecessors, the EVA suits enable...
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...
The Moon may soon be going the way of the Earth, with time zones established. Credit: Depositphotos 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...
The Solar Eclipse The 2024 Solar Eclipse is a rare and scientific opportunity that will provide a unique and awe-inspiring experience for millions of people across North America. This event occurs when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, causing a momentary disruption of the Earth's natural rhythms. As the eclipse takes place,...
Credit: Pixabay The International Space Station has a limited lifespan, prompting NASA to invest hundreds of millions of dollars into potential successors. Among these prospects is Orbital Reef, a collaborative project between Blue Origin, led by Jeff Bezos, and Sierra Space. NASA announced on Wednesday that Orbital Reef achieved four significant milestones in its crucial technologies,...
Credit: Canvas Escape Looking for the ultimate escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life? Want to disconnect from the rest of the world and experience true isolation? Look no further than Point Nemo, the most remote location on Earth. Located in the South Pacific Ocean, Point Nemo is the farthest point from any landmass...
Starship is larger and twice as powerful as the Apollo-era Saturn VSpaceX SpaceX intends to frequently launch its large Starship booster from Florida's Kennedy Space Center. To achieve this, the company will renovate an existing Apollo-era launch site and build a new one, as detailed in a recent environmental impact assessment. The Starship booster has intermittently...
Credit: Pexels In 80 hours, Microsoft's AI tool narrowed 32 million theoretical materials to 18, leading scientists to synthesize one that can decrease lithium usage in batteries by 70%. An AI program has pinpointed a synthetic material, absent in nature, that can potentially decrease lithium usage in batteries by as much as 70%. Out of 32 million...
In this footage captured from NASA's video, the Vulcan rocket from United Launch Alliance, carrying Astrobotic Technology's lander, takes off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on Monday, January 8, 2024. This marked the launch of the first U.S. lunar lander in over 50 years, initiating a competitive space race among private...
