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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
29 minutes ago

NASA's Artemis II was a major successso why couldn't the crew flush the toilet?

The Artemis II mission successfully demonstrated advanced technology but faced a toilet malfunction due to a clogged urine vent line.
fromEngadget
2 days ago
Roam Research

Artemis II commander shares a remarkable video of Earth vanishing behind the Moon

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fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Artemis II pilot describes landing in Orion: "From intense to pure elation"

Victor Glover preferred the hands-on controls of the Orion spacecraft over the touchscreen controls of the Crew Dragon.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 days ago

How far from humanity were the astronauts of Artemis II? The answer will surprise you

Artemis II crew set a record by traveling 406,771 kilometers from Earth, the farthest any humans have gone in space.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 days ago

NASA Artemis II astronauts say thank you to the world

Artemis II marks the first human mission to the moon in over 50 years, showcasing significant achievements and challenges faced by the crew.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
29 minutes ago

NASA's Artemis II was a major successso why couldn't the crew flush the toilet?

The Artemis II mission successfully demonstrated advanced technology but faced a toilet malfunction due to a clogged urine vent line.
fromEngadget
2 days ago
Roam Research

Artemis II commander shares a remarkable video of Earth vanishing behind the Moon

Science
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Artemis II pilot describes landing in Orion: "From intense to pure elation"

Victor Glover preferred the hands-on controls of the Orion spacecraft over the touchscreen controls of the Crew Dragon.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 days ago

How far from humanity were the astronauts of Artemis II? The answer will surprise you

Artemis II crew set a record by traveling 406,771 kilometers from Earth, the farthest any humans have gone in space.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 days ago

NASA Artemis II astronauts say thank you to the world

Artemis II marks the first human mission to the moon in over 50 years, showcasing significant achievements and challenges faced by the crew.
#spacex
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago
Venture

SpaceX is working with Cursor and has an option to buy the startup for $60 billion | TechCrunch

Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
20 hours ago

SpaceX Admits AI Data Centers in Space May Be a Really Terrible Idea

Elon Musk advocates for AI data centers in orbit, citing low costs from solar power, but experts question feasibility and environmental impact.
European startups
fromFast Company
22 hours ago

SpaceX doubles down on AI with its potential $60 billion Cursor buy

SpaceX is investing in AI, partnering with Cursor, and preparing for a significant IPO while managing financial challenges in the AI sector.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

SpaceX is working with Cursor and has an option to buy the startup for $60 billion | TechCrunch

SpaceX has partnered with Cursor to develop AI, with an option to buy the company for $60 billion later this year.
Venture
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

SpaceX is mulling a $60 billion takeover of Cursor

SpaceX has an agreement to potentially acquire AI company Cursor for $60 billion or engage in joint development for $10 billion.
European startups
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

Errant upper stage spoils Blue Origin's success in reusing New Glenn booster

Upper stage failures have impacted SpaceX's rocket reliability, while AST SpaceMobile aims to compete in the mobile connectivity satellite market.
#nasa
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
US news

NASA already has next Artemis flight in its sights following astronauts' triumphant moon flyby

Science
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

What's the deal with spacesuits for the Moon? Will they be ready in time?

NASA is focusing on lunar lander readiness and spacesuit development for the upcoming Moon missions.
Science
fromTheregister
1 day ago

NASA reckons Artemis II heat shield performed like a champ

The Orion heat shield successfully protected the Artemis II crew during re-entry, confirming NASA's revised reentry trajectory was effective.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

ISS astronauts are in the middle of a tech overhaul

NASA is upgrading laptops on the ISS to HP ZBook G9 Mobile Workstations.
Photography
fromDefector
3 days ago

This Phone Video From Artemis Is So Damn Cool | Defector

NASA's Artemis II mission uses stunning imagery, including iPhone photos, to engage public support and convey the crew's extraordinary experiences.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
US news

NASA already has next Artemis flight in its sights following astronauts' triumphant moon flyby

Science
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

What's the deal with spacesuits for the Moon? Will they be ready in time?

NASA is focusing on lunar lander readiness and spacesuit development for the upcoming Moon missions.
Science
fromTheregister
1 day ago

NASA reckons Artemis II heat shield performed like a champ

The Orion heat shield successfully protected the Artemis II crew during re-entry, confirming NASA's revised reentry trajectory was effective.
Board games
fromBoard Game Quest
3 hours ago

Moon Review

Extraterrestrial board games like Moon allow conflict escalation without geopolitical insensitivity, combining competition and cooperation in colony building.
Business intelligence
fromInfoWorld
1 day ago

SpaceX secures option to acquire AI coding startup Cursor for $60B

Enterprise buyers must act on contract language to secure data-handling provisions and address potential changes in model routing.
Apple
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Amazon Just Made a Big Space Play. Should Elon Musk Be Nervous?

Amazon acquires Globalstar for $11.57 billion to enhance its satellite capabilities and compete with SpaceX's Starlink.
#blue-origin
fromFuturism
1 day ago
Science

Jeff Bezos' Botched Space Launch Was So Bad It Could Threaten NASA's Entire Moon Program

Science
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Jeff Bezos' Botched Space Launch Was So Bad It Could Threaten NASA's Entire Moon Program

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket failure jeopardizes NASA's Artemis program and could delay Moon landing plans.
Science
fromTheregister
2 days ago

FAA grounds Blue Origin's New Glenn, probes satellite mishap

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket experienced a mishap, resulting in a failed satellite deployment and triggering an FAA investigation.
Science
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Jeff Bezos' Space Company Just Screwed Up Very, Very Badly

Blue Origin successfully reused a rocket booster but failed to deliver a satellite to the correct orbit, highlighting challenges in competing with SpaceX.
European startups
fromTNW | Space
1 day ago

ATMOS raises 25.7M to make orbital return routine

ATMOS Space Cargo has secured €25.7 million to advance its PHOENIX re-entry capsule program and develop new vehicles for orbital transport.
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

How much of SpaceX will Elon Musk own after IPO will surprise you

Musk holds approximately 42% of SpaceX's equity and controls roughly 79% of its votes through super-voting shares. He will simultaneously serve as CEO, CTO, and chairman of the nine-member board after the listing.
Venture
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

Rocket Lab Surges 9%, Intuitive Machines Jumps 6% as Space Sector Catches Fire on NASA Contracts and New Tech

Rocket Lab's stock surged 9% due to CEO salary reduction, NASA contracts, and strong revenue growth.
Science
fromBig Think
22 hours ago

Only antimatter provides the energy we need for interstellar travel

Interstellar travel requires overcoming challenges related to distance, time, speed, and fuel efficiency, with antimatter being the most efficient fuel source.
Science
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Scientists Puzzled by Huge Shadowy Blight Spreading Across Surface of Mars

A dark ash blanket is rapidly spreading across Mars' Utopia Planitia basin, possibly due to volcanic activity or wind erosion.
Science
fromEngadget
2 days ago

The FAA grounds Blue Origin New Glenn rocket after failure to put payload in orbit

The FAA has grounded Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket following a mishap during its launch, initiating an investigation to ensure public safety.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The Space Infrastructure Builder Stumbles While the Launch Provider Burns Through Cash Faster

Redwire focuses on space infrastructure and autonomous systems. The company completed its Edge Autonomy acquisition and reported 50.7% year-over-year revenue growth. Management maintained full-year guidance of $320 to $340 million, and the book-to-bill ratio of 1.25 suggests demand is holding. But the business is bleeding cash with a net loss of $41.2 million in Q3, nearly double the $21 million loss from the prior year. Gross margin sits at just 16.3%, leaving almost no room for error.
Startup companies
Science
fromFortune
1 day ago

'Something sinister could be happening': FBI looks into dead or missing nuclear and space defense scientists tied to NASA, Blue Origin, and SpaceX | Fortune

At least 11 scientists linked to NASA and defense programs are dead or missing, raising national security concerns.
Science
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Blue Origin successfully reused its New Glenn rocket

AST SpaceMobile's BlueBird 7 satellite launch was partially successful; the satellite was delivered to a lower orbit than expected, making it non-operational.
#space-exploration
Science
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Rocket Report: Chinese version of Falcon 9 fails; Artemis depends on rapid heavy lift

Access to space is becoming increasingly strategic and essential for future missions.
Science
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Rocket Report: Chinese version of Falcon 9 fails; Artemis depends on rapid heavy lift

Access to space is becoming increasingly strategic and essential for future missions.
Science
fromArs Technica
6 days ago

After a saga of broken promises, a European rover finally has a ride to Mars

ESA's ExoMars mission faced delays and changes due to geopolitical tensions, ultimately relying on NASA for the rover's launch and support.
#artemis-2
Science
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Why Are People So Passionate About a Return to the Moon?

Artemis 2 is a historic mission that carries astronauts beyond low Earth orbit, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.
Science
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

The Orion spacecraft's daring mission: Traveling to the Moon on its first crewed flight

The Artemis 2 mission faces concerns due to untested heat shield and life support systems after issues arose in the unmanned Artemis 1 mission.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago

NASA's next Artemis mission pits SpaceX against Blue Origin in a race to the moon

Artemis III will feature competition between SpaceX and Blue Origin for lunar lander development, with a crewed moon landing now planned for Artemis IV in 2028.
Science
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

How to watch the Artemis II astronauts return to Earth

The Orion capsule is set to land after a record-breaking mission, facing risks due to a known heat shield flaw.
Science
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

Why We Fly | Defector

Artemis missions symbolize the beginning of cosmic exploration while emphasizing the importance of Earth and human connections.
Science
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Dogfighting in space won't look like the movies, but this company wants in on it

True Anomaly's Jackal satellite platform represents a new approach to space warfare, emphasizing precision, maneuverability, and deliberate planning rather than rapid combat scenarios.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Modern rocketry turns 100and NASA says the best is yet to come

Robert Goddard's 1926 liquid-fueled rocket launch revolutionized spaceflight by providing superior thrust and control compared to solid-fuel rockets, enabling modern space exploration.
Science
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Rapid Space Launches Shifting the Chemistry of Earth's Atmosphere

Increased satellite launches and spacecraft reentry are releasing metal aerosols into Earth's atmosphere, potentially damaging the ozone layer and altering stratospheric chemistry.
Science
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Here's how Elon Musk's giant moon cannon would actually work

A lunar mass driver could drastically reduce space launch costs by using electricity and lunar conditions to electromagnetically accelerate payloads off the Moon.
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Do you have ideas about how to improve America's space program?

Entrants will be required to write three- to five-page white papers that explain their idea and how they would shape markets and strengthen the space economy or national security. Papers are due by June 30, and judging will be complete by August 15. As an additional incentive, the best ideas will be briefed to relevant policymakers, including key members of Congress, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, and Saltzman, of the Space Force.
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Science
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Elon Musk's latest scheme is a satellite catapult on the Moon

A lunar factory plus a mass-driver catapult would launch sun-powered satellites to form a massive orbiting AI data center cooled by space vacuum.
Science
fromTheregister
2 months ago

NASA has mixed results from a partial fill of Moon rocket

NASA's SLS partial propellant test validated systems but revealed reduced liquid hydrogen flow from a ground-equipment filter, which was replaced before a planned WDR.
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