SpaceX explains reasoning for Starship 7 upper stage lossSpaceX aims to improve Starship after losing the upper stage in a previous test, clarifying the technical failures that occurred.
SpaceX loses a Falcon 9 booster and scrubs a StarshipSpaceX faced setbacks with Starship and Falcon 9, including a failed test and a lost first stage.
SpaceX Says Numerous Fires Broke Out on Board Its Starship Spacecraft During Most Recent LaunchSpaceX's recent Starship test flight ended in self-destruction due to an oxygen leak, indicating both challenges and learning opportunities for future missions.
SpaceX thinks it knows why Starship exploded on its last test flightSpaceX identified the cause of the Starship explosion as aft section fires leading to engine shutdowns and a self-destruct trigger.
SpaceX's Latest Starship Exploding on Launch Is a Grim Setback for the CompanySpaceX's iterative design method for Starship has faced significant challenges, with repeated failures during test flights raising concerns about its effectiveness.
The Starship program hits another speed bump with second consecutive failureThe recent Starship test flight faced issues with engine failures, echoing problems from an earlier flight.
SpaceX explains reasoning for Starship 7 upper stage lossSpaceX aims to improve Starship after losing the upper stage in a previous test, clarifying the technical failures that occurred.
SpaceX loses a Falcon 9 booster and scrubs a StarshipSpaceX faced setbacks with Starship and Falcon 9, including a failed test and a lost first stage.
SpaceX Says Numerous Fires Broke Out on Board Its Starship Spacecraft During Most Recent LaunchSpaceX's recent Starship test flight ended in self-destruction due to an oxygen leak, indicating both challenges and learning opportunities for future missions.
SpaceX thinks it knows why Starship exploded on its last test flightSpaceX identified the cause of the Starship explosion as aft section fires leading to engine shutdowns and a self-destruct trigger.
SpaceX's Latest Starship Exploding on Launch Is a Grim Setback for the CompanySpaceX's iterative design method for Starship has faced significant challenges, with repeated failures during test flights raising concerns about its effectiveness.
The Starship program hits another speed bump with second consecutive failureThe recent Starship test flight faced issues with engine failures, echoing problems from an earlier flight.
Starship Explosions Show SpaceX No Longer Defying GravitySpaceX's 2025 Starship goal faces setbacks with two consecutive explosion failures on test flights.
SpaceX's Starship explodes in second failure for Musk's Mars programSpaceX's Starship spacecraft experienced a launch failure shortly after liftoff, marking the second consecutive setback for Elon Musk's Mars rocket program this year.
Intuitive Machines' Moon lander probably fell over againAthena lander lands on Moon, but not in the intended vertical position, raising concerns about its design and stability.
SpaceX catches returning rocket in mid-air, turning a fanciful idea into realitySpaceX's fifth test flight of its Starship achieved milestone in rocket reusability, crucial for future human space expeditions.
SpaceX rocket booster successfully 'caught' on first attempt during flight testSpaceX successfully caught its Super Heavy booster during a flight test, achieving a significant milestone for the Starship program.
Dragon Crew-10 arrives at the International Space StationCrew Dragon Endurance successfully launched and docked with the ISS, demonstrating resilience despite prior setbacks.
Starship Explosions Show SpaceX No Longer Defying GravitySpaceX's 2025 Starship goal faces setbacks with two consecutive explosion failures on test flights.
SpaceX's Starship explodes in second failure for Musk's Mars programSpaceX's Starship spacecraft experienced a launch failure shortly after liftoff, marking the second consecutive setback for Elon Musk's Mars rocket program this year.
Intuitive Machines' Moon lander probably fell over againAthena lander lands on Moon, but not in the intended vertical position, raising concerns about its design and stability.
SpaceX catches returning rocket in mid-air, turning a fanciful idea into realitySpaceX's fifth test flight of its Starship achieved milestone in rocket reusability, crucial for future human space expeditions.
SpaceX rocket booster successfully 'caught' on first attempt during flight testSpaceX successfully caught its Super Heavy booster during a flight test, achieving a significant milestone for the Starship program.
Dragon Crew-10 arrives at the International Space StationCrew Dragon Endurance successfully launched and docked with the ISS, demonstrating resilience despite prior setbacks.
SpaceX's Starship lost control and spun wildly just as it reached space. Its fate is unknown.SpaceX's Starship lost control shortly after launch, jeopardizing future missions.
What's behind the recent string of failures and delays at SpaceX?SpaceX's recent performance raises questions about its high-pressure culture and operational practices.
SpaceX Starship explodes minutes after launch DW 03/07/2025SpaceX's Starship exploded again shortly after launch, raising concerns over its ambitious Mars colonization plans.
Starship Flight 8: SpaceX nails Super Heavy booster catch but loses upper stageSpaceX achieved a successful booster recovery but lost the upper stage during the eighth Starship test flight.
SpaceX says harmonic response caused Starship failureSpaceX's Starship flight test experienced failure due to harmonic response, causing increased stress and leaks in the propulsion system.
Shots were fired at a Tesla store in OregonSpaceX's eighth Starship test flight succeeded in booster recovery but resulted in an upper stage failure during ascent.
SpaceX's Starship lost control and spun wildly just as it reached space. Its fate is unknown.SpaceX's Starship lost control shortly after launch, jeopardizing future missions.
What's behind the recent string of failures and delays at SpaceX?SpaceX's recent performance raises questions about its high-pressure culture and operational practices.
SpaceX Starship explodes minutes after launch DW 03/07/2025SpaceX's Starship exploded again shortly after launch, raising concerns over its ambitious Mars colonization plans.
Starship Flight 8: SpaceX nails Super Heavy booster catch but loses upper stageSpaceX achieved a successful booster recovery but lost the upper stage during the eighth Starship test flight.
SpaceX says harmonic response caused Starship failureSpaceX's Starship flight test experienced failure due to harmonic response, causing increased stress and leaks in the propulsion system.
Shots were fired at a Tesla store in OregonSpaceX's eighth Starship test flight succeeded in booster recovery but resulted in an upper stage failure during ascent.
Airplanes of the Future Could Be Fitted with Feather-Like FlapsFree-moving panels on aircraft wings enhance stability, reduce turbulence, and improve fuel efficiency.
Germany asks startup to build hypersonic spaceplane by 2028Germany's armed forces have commissioned a startup to develop a reusable hypersonic space plane called Aurora.The aircraft aims to blend rocket and plane capabilities for various space missions.
Chinese scientists say they've found a way to make hypersonic missiles skip in the sky to strike deeper. US experts aren't convinced it'll be effective.China's research team proposes a skipping stone technique to extend hypersonic missiles' range, potentially shifting military capabilities.The skip-gliding method could enhance missile range by 34% and flight duration by 28%, according to simulations.
Germany asks startup to build hypersonic spaceplane by 2028Germany's armed forces have commissioned a startup to develop a reusable hypersonic space plane called Aurora.The aircraft aims to blend rocket and plane capabilities for various space missions.
Chinese scientists say they've found a way to make hypersonic missiles skip in the sky to strike deeper. US experts aren't convinced it'll be effective.China's research team proposes a skipping stone technique to extend hypersonic missiles' range, potentially shifting military capabilities.The skip-gliding method could enhance missile range by 34% and flight duration by 28%, according to simulations.
The Minor Events That May Have Sparked a Major Aviation TragedyAccident rates in aviation have significantly decreased due to improvements in safety measures, despite recent tragedies.
NASA is investigating the Ingenuity helicopter's final flight on MarsNASA is investigating the final flight of the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter, marking a historic first analysis of an aircraft accident on another planet.
NASA unveils first look at SUV-sized Mars Chopper concept - Yanko DesignNASA's Ingenuity Mars Helicopter made history with initial flights, leading to plans for a larger, more capable Mars Chopper for future exploration.
NASA's X-59 plane is aiming for a sonic thump, not a boomThe X-59 aims to enable supersonic travel over land by reducing sonic booms to minimal noise levels.
NASA thinks it's figured out why the Mars helicopter crashedThe Ingenuity Mars Helicopter crashed due to navigation system errors caused by featureless terrain, leading to a hard landing and rotor blade damage.
Ingenuity Mars helicopter January grounding: What happened?Ingenuity's failure was caused by navigation errors on featureless terrain, leading to rotor damage and ending its historic flight mission.
Boeing's Starliner capsule returns to Earth without a crewThe Boeing Starliner returned without crew due to safety issues, raising concerns about the spacecraft's reliability and high-risk factors for future missions.
NASA is investigating the Ingenuity helicopter's final flight on MarsNASA is investigating the final flight of the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter, marking a historic first analysis of an aircraft accident on another planet.
NASA unveils first look at SUV-sized Mars Chopper concept - Yanko DesignNASA's Ingenuity Mars Helicopter made history with initial flights, leading to plans for a larger, more capable Mars Chopper for future exploration.
NASA's X-59 plane is aiming for a sonic thump, not a boomThe X-59 aims to enable supersonic travel over land by reducing sonic booms to minimal noise levels.
NASA thinks it's figured out why the Mars helicopter crashedThe Ingenuity Mars Helicopter crashed due to navigation system errors caused by featureless terrain, leading to a hard landing and rotor blade damage.
Ingenuity Mars helicopter January grounding: What happened?Ingenuity's failure was caused by navigation errors on featureless terrain, leading to rotor damage and ending its historic flight mission.
Boeing's Starliner capsule returns to Earth without a crewThe Boeing Starliner returned without crew due to safety issues, raising concerns about the spacecraft's reliability and high-risk factors for future missions.
120 days: German man sets world record for living under waterGerman engineer Rudiger Koch set a world record living underwater for 120 days in Panama.
An In-Depth Interview with Dr. Sergey Macheret: Exploring the Frontiers of Plasma Science and TechnologyDr. Sergey Macheret is a leading figure in plasma physics, with significant contributions to academia and aerospace technology.
'emeth' by SAES takes drone safety to new heights with airbag alloy technologyEmeth drone introduces innovative safety features, blending lightweight design with advanced materials for safer aerial technologies.
Aeronautical Engineering: All You Need to KnowAeronautical engineering focuses on designing and testing aircraft for safety and efficiency, crucial for aviation and defense industries.
Second Life: Aisha BoweAisha Bowe inspires underrepresented communities in STEM through her journey from NASA engineer to founder of STEMBoard and advocate for educational access.
How autonomous helicopters could be the future of firefighting and agricultureRotor Technologies aims to revolutionize agriculture with autonomous Sprayhawk helicopters, targeting the untapped crop dusting market.
Radian Aerospace completes ground tests of prototype space plane | TechCrunchRadian Aerospace is progressing towards a reusable space plane capable of conventional takeoff and landing, completing significant ground tests with prototype PFV01.
Researchers put bird legs on a drone so it can take off by jumpingA new drone, RAVEN, uses bird-inspired legs for enhanced ground mobility and takeoff capabilities without the need for traditional runways.
How autonomous helicopters could be the future of firefighting and agricultureRotor Technologies aims to revolutionize agriculture with autonomous Sprayhawk helicopters, targeting the untapped crop dusting market.
Radian Aerospace completes ground tests of prototype space plane | TechCrunchRadian Aerospace is progressing towards a reusable space plane capable of conventional takeoff and landing, completing significant ground tests with prototype PFV01.
Researchers put bird legs on a drone so it can take off by jumpingA new drone, RAVEN, uses bird-inspired legs for enhanced ground mobility and takeoff capabilities without the need for traditional runways.
Teaching a drone to fly without a vertical rudderBirds can fly efficiently without tails or rudders by generating lift through reflexive adjustments.
A startup hoping to build the next Concorde is on track to fly supersonic within weeksBoom Supersonic moves closer to commercial supersonic flights, targeting Mach 1 by year-end, with potential travel time from NYC to London halved.
As Elon Musk pushes driverless cars, one company is already testing autonomous helicopters to spray crops and fight firesRotor Technologies is pioneering unmanned helicopters to enhance agricultural automation and safety.
Forget driverless cars. This New Hampshire company wants autonomous helicopters to spray crops and fight fires.Rotor Technologies, founded by Hector Xu in 2021, develops unmanned helicopters targeting the agriculture sector for automation, particularly in crop dusting.
As Elon Musk pushes driverless cars, one company is already testing autonomous helicopters to spray crops and fight firesRotor Technologies is pioneering unmanned helicopters to enhance agricultural automation and safety.
Forget driverless cars. This New Hampshire company wants autonomous helicopters to spray crops and fight fires.Rotor Technologies, founded by Hector Xu in 2021, develops unmanned helicopters targeting the agriculture sector for automation, particularly in crop dusting.
This Strike Fighter from the Late 1990s Is One of the Navy's Most Iconic JetsThe F/A-18 Super Hornet is a key asset for the U.S. Navy, versatile in multiple combat roles and indispensable for carrier-based warfare.
DoJ accuses Chinese national of phishing for military codeA sophisticated spear-phishing campaign by a Chinese national targeted U.S. military and NASA for sensitive software, showcasing serious cybersecurity threats.
Metal From a Military Plane Is Featured in a New WatchThe new version of Urwerk's Electro Mechanical Control watch incorporates metal from a Lockheed SR-71 aircraft, aligning its strategic purpose with the precision of the timepiece.