Phew! The risk of that asteroid hitting Earth in 2032 has significantly loweredThe probability of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth has decreased significantly to 0.16%.
Space science and exploration in 2025: What to know DW 01/02/2025Space exploration is advancing with remarkable discoveries and ambitious upcoming missions.2025 holds significant promise for space science, including Germany's first female astronaut and new technological missions.
A spaceship punched an asteroid - we're about to learn what came nextThe European Space Agency's Hera mission aims to assess asteroid deflection effectiveness following NASA's successful DART impact experiment.
Apophis: a European space mission gets up close with an asteroid set to brush by EarthESA has approved initial work for a mission to asteroid Apophis, with potential rendezvous planned for 2029.
Spacecraft blasts off to probe NASA asteroid crash site DW 10/07/2024The Hera probe launched to study the effects of NASA's asteroid deflection test, enhancing our understanding of planetary defense.
Focus - A new era of space flight: ESA's partnership with private companies takes offSpaceX launched Starship for the third time, a key part of NASA's Artemis program.European Space Agency is partnering with private companies for space missions, following NASA's lead.
Phew! The risk of that asteroid hitting Earth in 2032 has significantly loweredThe probability of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth has decreased significantly to 0.16%.
Space science and exploration in 2025: What to know DW 01/02/2025Space exploration is advancing with remarkable discoveries and ambitious upcoming missions.2025 holds significant promise for space science, including Germany's first female astronaut and new technological missions.
A spaceship punched an asteroid - we're about to learn what came nextThe European Space Agency's Hera mission aims to assess asteroid deflection effectiveness following NASA's successful DART impact experiment.
Apophis: a European space mission gets up close with an asteroid set to brush by EarthESA has approved initial work for a mission to asteroid Apophis, with potential rendezvous planned for 2029.
Spacecraft blasts off to probe NASA asteroid crash site DW 10/07/2024The Hera probe launched to study the effects of NASA's asteroid deflection test, enhancing our understanding of planetary defense.
Focus - A new era of space flight: ESA's partnership with private companies takes offSpaceX launched Starship for the third time, a key part of NASA's Artemis program.European Space Agency is partnering with private companies for space missions, following NASA's lead.
Space telescope finds rare 'Einstein Ring' of light in nearby galaxyAn Einstein Ring was discovered around the galaxy NGC 6505, showcasing the capabilities of the Euclid space telescope.
Spanish startup edges closer to Europe's first private orbital rocket launchPLD Space is developing Europe's first privately developed satellite launcher with significant funding and strategic site selection.
Europe has the worst imaginable idea to counter SpaceX's launch dominanceEurope is concerned about SpaceX's dominance and its implications for sovereignty and local businesses.
Spanish startup edges closer to Europe's first private orbital rocket launchPLD Space is developing Europe's first privately developed satellite launcher with significant funding and strategic site selection.
Europe has the worst imaginable idea to counter SpaceX's launch dominanceEurope is concerned about SpaceX's dominance and its implications for sovereignty and local businesses.
Two European satellites launch on mission to blot out the Sun-for scienceThe Proba-3 mission aims to test advanced formation flying technologies and observe the Sun's corona from an unprecedented altitude.
Jupiter mission will attempt first-ever fly-by that harnesses Earth and Moon's gravityThe JUICE spacecraft's fly-by of the Moon and Earth aims to conserve fuel for its journey to Jupiter.
Spacecraft to Scream Past Earth in a "Double World First" Slingshot FlybyJUICE will be the first spacecraft to perform a double gravitational assist maneuver while flying past Earth and the Moon, enhancing its journey to Jupiter.
Artificial solar eclipse: Why are satellites trying to block the sun?Proba-3 will create an artificial solar eclipse to study the sun's corona using precise formation flying technology.
India with ESA satellites launches artificial eclipse quest DW 12/05/2024India successfully launched two European satellites to create artificial solar eclipses for studying the Sun's atmosphere.
ESA's Juice survives close encounter with Earth and MoonThe Juice spacecraft successfully executed gravitational assists from the Moon and Earth en route to Jupiter, optimizing fuel efficiency and collecting valuable data.
Two European satellites launch on mission to blot out the Sun-for scienceThe Proba-3 mission aims to test advanced formation flying technologies and observe the Sun's corona from an unprecedented altitude.
Jupiter mission will attempt first-ever fly-by that harnesses Earth and Moon's gravityThe JUICE spacecraft's fly-by of the Moon and Earth aims to conserve fuel for its journey to Jupiter.
Spacecraft to Scream Past Earth in a "Double World First" Slingshot FlybyJUICE will be the first spacecraft to perform a double gravitational assist maneuver while flying past Earth and the Moon, enhancing its journey to Jupiter.
Artificial solar eclipse: Why are satellites trying to block the sun?Proba-3 will create an artificial solar eclipse to study the sun's corona using precise formation flying technology.
India with ESA satellites launches artificial eclipse quest DW 12/05/2024India successfully launched two European satellites to create artificial solar eclipses for studying the Sun's atmosphere.
ESA's Juice survives close encounter with Earth and MoonThe Juice spacecraft successfully executed gravitational assists from the Moon and Earth en route to Jupiter, optimizing fuel efficiency and collecting valuable data.
Palisades fire, seen from aboveThe Sentinel-2 satellite provided a timely image of the Palisades fire, highlighting its early development and the impact of wind.
Europe will build its own secure satellite networkThe IRIS satellite constellation represents a significant EU investment to compete with Starlink in satellite communications.
These satellites are on a mission to create the first fake solar eclipses. Here's howThe mission aims to create prolonged artificial solar eclipses for better scientific insights into the sun's corona and solar phenomena.
European twin satellite mission bids to create total solar eclipse on demandScientists are set to launch a mission that creates artificial solar eclipses, advancing solar research and technology impacts.The mission Proba-3 involves two satellites forming an accurate observational tool to enhance understanding of the sun.
These satellites are on a mission to create the first fake solar eclipses. Here's howThe mission aims to create prolonged artificial solar eclipses for better scientific insights into the sun's corona and solar phenomena.
European twin satellite mission bids to create total solar eclipse on demandScientists are set to launch a mission that creates artificial solar eclipses, advancing solar research and technology impacts.The mission Proba-3 involves two satellites forming an accurate observational tool to enhance understanding of the sun.
ISRO launches ESA's formation flying Proba-3India's PSLV-XL launched the Proba-3 mission to demonstrate high-precision satellite formation flying techniques.Proba-3 aims to enhance solar corona observations using its Coronagraph and Occulter spacecraft.Successful formation flight can revolutionize future space missions and Earth observation.
ESA workers face a maze of non-compete clauses and service contractsNon-competition clauses at the European Space Agency restrict mobility and career advancement for aerospace professionals across Europe.
Euclid telescope reveals first 'stunning' piece of its map of the universeThe Euclid telescope has captured an expansive 208-gigapixel image, marking the start of its mission to create a cosmic map.
Hera', the first European planetary defence mission, launches successfullyThe Hera mission successfully launched to study asteroid deflection strategies, overcoming the challenges posed by Hurricane Milton.
New 'Moon on Earth' can launch 'European renaissance' in spaceLUNA facility in Cologne is pivotal for Europe's lunar technology R&D, illustrating a path to rejuvenate European space exploration.
European Space Agency ready to assemble first Ariane 6The European Space Agency is preparing to launch the first Ariane 6 rocket, focusing on efficiency and increased launch frequency compared to the previous Ariane 5.
New 'Moon on Earth' can launch 'European renaissance' in spaceLUNA facility in Cologne is pivotal for Europe's lunar technology R&D, illustrating a path to rejuvenate European space exploration.
European Space Agency ready to assemble first Ariane 6The European Space Agency is preparing to launch the first Ariane 6 rocket, focusing on efficiency and increased launch frequency compared to the previous Ariane 5.
New Images of Mercury Show Speckled Surface in Sharp DetailBepiColombo's recent flyby provided unprecedented images of Mercury, enhancing scientific understanding of the planet's surface.
ESA spending 17M on spacecraft to watch it go up in flamesESA's DRACO mission aims to understand spacecraft re-entry destruction processes through a contracted spacecraft that intentionally burns up upon re-entry.
New Images of Mercury Show Speckled Surface in Sharp DetailBepiColombo's recent flyby provided unprecedented images of Mercury, enhancing scientific understanding of the planet's surface.
ESA spending 17M on spacecraft to watch it go up in flamesESA's DRACO mission aims to understand spacecraft re-entry destruction processes through a contracted spacecraft that intentionally burns up upon re-entry.
The Astro Pi 2024/25 challenge has launchedThe Astro Pi challenge encourages youth to engage with programming and space science through practical applications aboard the ISS.
ESA, Neuraspace ink 2-year deal for Space Traffic wranglingNeuraspace collaborates with ESA to enhance space traffic management and tackle the growing issue of space debris.
Falling space debris: How high is the risk I'll get hit? DW 03/08/2024Authorities warn of space debris reentry over Germany on March 8-9, 2024, with limited details.Space debris, like ISS battery pack, reenter Earth uncontrolled, posing low risk of casualties but uncertain landing locations.
ESA, Neuraspace ink 2-year deal for Space Traffic wranglingNeuraspace collaborates with ESA to enhance space traffic management and tackle the growing issue of space debris.
Falling space debris: How high is the risk I'll get hit? DW 03/08/2024Authorities warn of space debris reentry over Germany on March 8-9, 2024, with limited details.Space debris, like ISS battery pack, reenter Earth uncontrolled, posing low risk of casualties but uncertain landing locations.
Europe's space ambitions on the right trajectory, ESA Director General saysEurope aims to regain its competitive edge in space with new launchers and successful missions in 2024.
Cluster II spacecraft reenters and burns upThe ESA celebrated the end of the Cluster II mission with a symbolic farewell to the spacecraft, commemorating a 24-year exploration of the Earth's magnetosphere.
Vega launches Sentinel-2C in 'fitting' swan song for European rocketThe launch of Sentinel-2C marks the end of Vega's operational era, highlighting both achievements and challenges in Europe's space endeavors.
Look! The ESA's JUICE Spacecraft Just Performed A Daring Slingshot Around EarthJUICE uses gravity assists for efficient navigation to Jupiter, demonstrating the importance of utilizing planetary gravity in spacecraft trajectory adjustments.
Europe's JUICE Jupiter Probe Zooms past the Moon in Historic FlybyJUICE probe successfully utilized a lunar gravity assist to aid its mission toward Jupiter, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.
It's going to be hair-raising': high-risk slingshot move will send robot craft to JupiterEuropean Space Agency launching Juice to explore Jupiter's moons for potential signs of life.
These 352 Asteroids Likely Have Cute Little MoonletsThe Gaia spacecraft identified 352 asteroid systems with their own orbiting moons, known as binary asteroids, using precise motion data.
Spacecraft Takes Close Up Video of the Sun, Revealing Otherworldly HellscapeThe European Space Agency released a captivating video of the Sun's surface taken by the Solar Orbiter, showcasing features like coronal rain and spicules in incredible detail.
ESA's Gaia mission discovers the biggest stellar black hole in our galaxy yetScientists have discovered a stellar black hole 33 times the size of our sun in the Milky Way, the largest of its kind seen in our galaxy so far.
Euclid space telescope's 'eye' is clearThe de-icing process for Euclid's optics exceeded expectations by significantly improving light reception from distant galaxies.The de-icing was achieved by heating each mirror in turn, resulting in a 15% increase in received light, pinpointing the location of the ice formation.
Look! Mars Express Orbiter Took Photos Of Mars That Look Straight From DuneMars Express spacecraft captures images of rejuvenated ice-rich region near Mars's north pole.The smooth region with sand dunes on Mars suggests ongoing natural processes rejuvenate the surface.