Aerospace

Space exploration with NASA: Where will space research take us in 2025?

2024 was a year of remarkable achievements for NASA, marked by groundbreaking missions, scientific discoveries, technological advancements and continued space exploration. As we prepare for 2025, the agency continues to push the boundaries of human exploration and knowledge.

UK Space Agency: New liability framework for orbital operations

The UK Space Agency is revolutionising how satellite operators handle liability for space incidents by breaking away from the one-size-fits-all approach to liability limits for satellite operators.

Nearest black holes to Earth found in Hyades star cluster

A study recently published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society hints at a significant discovery—black holes may be lurking in the Hyades star cluster, our closest open cluster to the solar system.

Strain on NASA deep space network amidst growing demand

NASA Deep Space Network (DSN) faces a critical juncture as mounting demand from Artemis missions and other space endeavors taxes its capabilities while budget constraints exacerbate the strain.

India becomes the first to land spacecraft near the moon’s south pole

On Wednesday, India became the first to land a spacecraft near the moon's south pole. The Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft's Vikram ladder touched down shortly after 6 p.m and cost around $75 million.

BAE systems to acquire ball aerospace in a staggering $5.5 billion deal

UK Defence company BAE Systems intends to acquire Ball Aerospace, which manufactures aircrafts for a staggering $5.5 billion.

Pioneering the future of lunar infrastructure: LunA-10

DARPA launches LunA-10, a decade-long initiative reshaping lunar infrastructure by 2035, catalysing transformative advancements in the domain.

Cosmic question mark captured by NASA’s JWST

In a fascinating celestial spectacle, the cutting-edge NASA James Webb Space Telescope has recently unveiled an enigmatic occurrence.

SpaceX introduces bandwagon rideshares for potential commercial space travel

SpaceX introduces bandwagon rideshares, addressing the growing demand for mid-inclination orbits, marking a pioneering step in accessible space exploration.

First tourism space mission takes flight thanks to Virgin Galactic

After years of anticipation, Virgin Galactic, the brainchild of Richard Branson, has finally launched its first tourism space mission, fulfilling a long-standing commitment.

Curiosity Rover spots possible seasonal climate patterns on early Mars

Recent findings from the Curiosity Rover unveil clues about climate patterns on early Mars Mud cracks suggest high-frequency wet-dry cycles.

India’s Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft enters lunar orbit

India's Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft has entered lunar orbit, setting the stage for its second moon landing attempt in 18 days, advancing green policies in the UK.

Climate change alters paths of Earth and Mars rivers

Researchers from Tulane University studied meandering rivers on Earth and ancient riverbeds on Mars to understand how climate change affects their paths.

UK Space Agency funds Earth observation technologies

UK Space Agency offers £15 million in funding for Earth Observation technologies to advance climate monitoring, environmental management, and scientific knowledge.

Can a new algorithm protect us from near-Earth asteroids?

The asteroid discovery algorithm, HelioLinc3D, has revealed its ability to detect “potentially hazardous” near-Earth asteroids and potentially prove invaluable in times of need.

Astronomers unveil novel insights into galactic microquasar

Astronomers report groundbreaking discoveries in nature—detecting a unique quasi-periodic oscillation (QPO) signal from a Galactic microquasar.

UK Space Agency reveals critical space tech for global collaboration

UK Space Agency has released it's Space Exploration Technology Roadmap outlines 11 critical technology areas to advance space exploration and boost the UK's collaboration with global partners.

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