China to launch moon sample return mission, maybe next week
China's upcoming mission aims to land on the Moon, collect samples, and return to Earth, with potential future plans for a Mars sample return mission. [ more ]
The lunar far side is a radio-quiet region, prized for studying the radio universe, but faces threats from increasing human activity. We should protect it as a nature preserve for scientific endeavors. [ more ]
Smashing into an asteroid shows researchers how to better protect Earth
A spacecraft successfully slammed into an asteroid as part of a deflection mission, demonstrating the concept of planetary defense using kinetic impactors. [ more ]
SpaceX got the fanfare, but Boeing's first crew flight is still historic
Debuting a new human-rated spaceship is rare and critical, with only a few Western astronauts capable of piloting the first test runs in orbit. [ more ]
NASA confirms "independent review" of Orion heat shield issue
NASA's Orion heat shield suffered unexpected loss of material during reentry in 2022, prompting a thorough external review by a panel of experts. [ more ]
Allison Duettmann: How Blockchains Can Make AI Safer
Allison Duettmann, CEO of Foresight Institute, delves into the potential of nanotechnology, space exploration, and cryptography in shaping the future of AI and technology. [ more ]
This Wild, Believable Theory Suggest AI Is Blocking Us From Alien Contact
The emergence of artificial superintelligence (ASI) could be a significant hurdle in civilizations' long-term survival and development into space-faring entities. [ more ]
AC Grayling: Who would I like to fight? Boris Johnson. And I'd win'
The regulatory framework for space activity is weak, with the moon designated as belonging to everyone but should be utilized for the benefit of mankind. [ more ]
SpaceX satellites threaten to hide asteroids that pose danger to humanity
Early detection of asteroid impact near Berlin led to successful tracking and no harm, underscoring significance of planetary defense systems. [ more ]
NASA plans to develop the first levitating railway transport system on the moon
NASA's NIAC program proposes a lunar robotic railway system named FLOAT, utilizing flexible film tracks and diamagnetic levitation technology for efficient transportation on the moon. [ more ]
The article discusses a simulation on Earth's desert to recreate living on the Moon, highlighting the importance of imagination and the history of mankind's relationship with light and dark. [ more ]
Why Boeing's Starliner launch is an important milestone for commercial spaceflight
Starliner's upcoming launch on May 6, 2024, is crucial for NASA's commercial crew program, offering more options for getting to low Earth orbit. [ more ]
How to Watch China's Launch to the Far Side of the Moon
China's Chang'e-6 mission aims to collect samples from the moon's far side, potentially revealing insights into the Earth-moon system's origin and evolution. [ more ]
China to launch world-first mission to retrieve samples from far side of moon
China plans to retrieve samples from the far side of the moon in an ambitious two-month mission, aiming to establish a lunar presence by 2030. [ more ]
Space is full of trash. NASA is finally hiring someone to clean it up
Sustainability goes beyond the environment to consider long-term viability of actions. NASA aims to ensure space remains sustainable amidst increasing activities. [ more ]
inflatable space habitats as big as stadiums to fly with spaceX out of earth in 2026
Expandable architecture for space habitats can revolutionize human activities in space, allowing for living, research, manufacturing, and entertainment while reducing costs. [ more ]
NASA Releases New Render of SpaceX's Starship Landed on the Moon's Surface
NASA plans to send astronauts to the lunar surface using SpaceX's Starship as part of the Artemis mission, aiming for a human return to the Moon by 2026. [ more ]
A Random Reminder That NASA Drew a Big Ol' Dick on the Surface of Mars
Science and exploration achievements by NASA throughout history includes humorous moments like the phallic figure drawn by the Spirit rover on Mars. [ more ]
Serra High space team seeks to turn school into science destination
The space squad at Junipero Serra High School aims to expand scientific knowledge and advance technology by conducting experiments in microgravity conditions on the International Space Station. [ more ]
NASA works on fix for Voyager 1's degraded memory chip
NASA engineers are pinpointing corrupted memory as the cause of Voyager 1's data transmission issues and are working on a remote fix for the hardware problem. [ more ]
'Shrugging off failure is hard': the $400-million grant setback that shaped the Smithsonian lead scientist's career
Ellen Stofan oversees scientific research institutions at the Smithsonian Institution and has a broad portfolio managing diverse topics from budgets to conservation efforts.
Stofan's work involves overseeing the National Air and Space Museum, National Museum of Natural History, National Zoo, and Conservation Biology Institute, reflecting her expertise in the fields of space exploration and conservation. [ more ]
Harnessing the Eclipse for Community Building and Climate Action - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
A total solar eclipse is a unique and awe-inspiring experience, offering viewers a glimpse into space and an opportunity to see the sun's corona for over three minutes.
The upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, is special as the moon will be closer to Earth, resulting in a longer period of darkness for viewers. [ more ]
Scientists Say Something Seems to Have Broken Off the Moon at This Crater
One near-Earth asteroid, Kamo'oalewa, is believed to have originated from the Moon's Giordano Bruno crater, linking it to lunar material and suggesting more such asteroids exist. [ more ]
Look on Jeff Koons's Lunar Artwork, Ye Mighty, and Despair
The first-ever commercial moon landing success sparked discussions on humanity's role in space exploration, including the introduction of authorized artwork on the lunar surface. [ more ]
Strikingly Playful: The Omega x Swatch Snoopy 'New Moon' and 'Full Moon' MoonSwatch Reinvent Classic Design - Yanko Design
The Omega Speedmaster Silver Snoopy Award celebrates Omega's role in the Apollo 13 mission with a creative Snoopy animation, while the MoonSwatch editions blend space exploration with cultural iconography. [ more ]
May 2024: Science History from 50, 100 and 150 Years Ago
Mercury's surface resembles the moon, with large smooth areas and heavy core rich in iron, unlike the Earth's moon but similar to Earth in differentiation. [ more ]
Too expensive, too slow: NASA asks for help with JPL's Mars Sample Return mission
NASA is committed to bringing back Mars samples but faces budget and time constraints, requesting industry input for quicker, cheaper alternatives. [ more ]
The U.S. and Japan announced plans for increased military coordination, seen as a significant upgrade in their alliance.
President Biden's efforts with Japan are aimed at countering China's actions in the Indo-Pacific region and creating enduring relationships in the region. [ more ]
Interstellar interlopers like Oumuamua and Borisov are much more common than previously thought
The first interstellar interloper detected in the solar system, 1I/'Oumuamua, was not gravitationally bound to the Sun, setting it apart from typical celestial bodies.
Discovery of 2I/Borisov, following 1I/'Oumuamua, implies interstellar objects may be more common than previously thought, with estimates suggesting thousands within Neptune's orbit. [ more ]
NASA knows what knocked Voyager 1 offline, but it will take a while to fix
Engineers at NASA's JPL determined that a small portion of corrupted memory in Voyager 1's Flight Data System led to the transmission of gibberish data.
Voyager 1, NASA's farthest spacecraft, faced a serious problem due to memory corruption, hindering normal operations but raising hopes of recovery. [ more ]
Samsung Releases Galaxy Time Watch Faces; Will Tell You the Time on Mars
Samsung collaborated with ESA to create Galaxy Time watch faces showing the time on the planets.
The watch faces provide data on planetary rotations, distances, moons, and positions, offering users a unique way to explore the solar system. [ more ]
Scientists create the largest chart of active supermassive black holes
Supermassive black holes are concentrated masses in the centers of galaxies, with the 3D map revealing 1.3 million of them.
The map, created with data from the Gaia spacecraft, shows quasars - active supermassive black holes feeding on material, emitting bright radiation. [ more ]
SpaceX's Starship Perished In a Haze of Plasma - Here's When the Next Launch Could Be
Starship rocket reached space for the second time, achieving many firsts but ending in a crash into the Indian Ocean.
Super Heavy booster performed well during the flight, with successful critical maneuvers but falling short in final maneuvers before splashing down in the Gulf of Mexico. [ more ]