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SpaceX Starship Flight 9 Reuses Booster, Gathers Key Data Despite Loss
SpaceX launched its ninth Starship test flight on May 27, showcasing bold advancements including the first reuse of a Super Heavy booster. Although both rocket stages were lost before completing all mission goals, the test delivered valuable data on reusability, aerodynamic control, and thermal protection. The upper stage reached space and attempte...
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Mysterious Light Spiral Over Europe Traced to SpaceX Falcon 9 Reentry
On March 24, a glowing spiral appeared in the night sky across parts of Europe, including the UK, Sweden, Croatia, Poland, and Hungary. The formation lasted for about 12 minutes before fading. Experts confirmed it was caused by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket reentering Earth's atmosphere after completing its mission. The phenomenon resulted from frozen f...
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Blue, White Spiral Seen In European Skies Likely From SpaceX Rocket
A blue and white spiral spotted in the skies above numerous European countries was likely created by frozen fuel from a SpaceX rocket, according to weather forecasters.
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Blue Origin Prepares Second New Glenn Launch, Aims for Better Landing
Blue Origin is targeting a late spring launch for the second flight of its New Glenn rocket, following a partially successful debut in January 2025. While the rocket deployed its payload, the booster failed to land due to fuel delivery issues. Engineers have identified key factors affecting the landing and are implementing upgrades to improve reusa...
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NASA, General Atomics Test Nuclear Fuel for Faster Mars Missions
NASA and General Atomics conducted key tests on nuclear reactor fuel at Marshall Space Flight Center. The fuel was exposed to extreme temperatures to assess its viability for nuclear thermal propulsion. With successful results, the technology could enable faster space travel, reducing risks for astronauts on long-duration missions. NASA and DARPA a...
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SpaceX Starship Flight 7 Explosion Raises Concerns Over Air Pollution
The explosion of SpaceX’s Starship Flight 7 in mid-January has raised concerns among scientists about atmospheric pollution. The upper stage, weighing 85 tons without fuel, detonated at 90 miles (146 km) above Earth, potentially releasing 45.5 metric tons of metal oxides and 40 metric tons of nitrogen oxides. Experts warn these pollutants could i...
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China Astronauts Generate Rocket Fuel, Oxygen In Space Using "Artificial Photosynthesis"
The 12 experiments carried out at the Tiangong space station focused on key technologies such as the conversion of carbon dioxide at room temperature.
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Chinese Astronauts Successfully Generate Oxygen and Rocket Fuel Through Artificial Photosynthesis in Space
Chinese astronauts aboard the Tiangong space station have made a significant breakthrough by successfully producing oxygen and rocket fuel through artificial photosynthesis. Using carbon dioxide and water, the process mimics the natural photosynthesis found in plants, with the potential to produce methane or formic acid with minor adjustments. Unli...
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China Unveils $553M Spaceport with Successful Long March-12 Rocket Launch
China has launched the Long March-12 rocket from its new $553 million Wenchang Commercial Space Launch Site on Hainan Island. The rocket, capable of carrying 10 tons to low-Earth orbit, delivered two experimental satellites on November 30, 2024. Designed with advanced fuel systems and lighter materials, the rocket enhances payload capacity. The spa...
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US' 1st Private Moon Lander Mission Fails
An historic commercial US mission to the Moon will fail after suffering a critical loss of fuel, organizers admitted Tuesday, ending for the time being America's hopes of placing its first spacecraft on the lunar surface since the Apollo era.
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Watch: Japan Unveils Rocket Engine Fueled By Cow Dung
The rocket engine, named Zero, was initiated with a 10-second "static fire test" at the Hokkaido Spaceport in Japan.
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Political Stability Under PM Modi Putting Rocket Fuel Into New India: Report
Telegraph newspaper in a recent article stated that India which was mired by fractious politics has undergone great political stability under PM Narendra Modi, which has allowed for legal reforms, improvements to basic welfare systems.
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NASA Plans To Mine Resources On The Moon. Here's What They Seek To Find
Reuters said the first customers are expected to be commercial rocket companies who could use the moon's surface for fuel or oxygen.
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NASA Artemis I SLS Rocket Passes Fueling Test Ahead of Planned September 27 Launch Date: Details
NASA said it completed a fuelling test for its Artemis I SLS rocket, ahead of the planned launch date of September 27. The US space agency had aborted the launch of the Artemis I SLS rocket twice in the past, due to technical errors. However, NASA is yet to receive a waiver to avoid retesting the batteries on a system used to destroy the Artemis I ...
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NASA Says New Moon Mission Rocket Passed Fueling Test Ahead Of Launch
NASA said Wednesday it had successfully trialed the fueling process for its new rocket, after technical issues a few weeks ago halted two attempts to get the behemoth off the ground and headed towards the Moon.
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SpaceX Starship Flight 9 Reuses Booster, Gathers Key Data Despite Loss
SpaceX launched its ninth Starship test flight on May 27, showcasing bold advancements including the first reuse of a Super Heavy booster. Although both rocket stages were lost before completing all mission goals, the test delivered valuable data on reusability, aerodynamic control, and thermal protection. The upper stage reached space and attempte...
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Mysterious Light Spiral Over Europe Traced to SpaceX Falcon 9 Reentry
On March 24, a glowing spiral appeared in the night sky across parts of Europe, including the UK, Sweden, Croatia, Poland, and Hungary. The formation lasted for about 12 minutes before fading. Experts confirmed it was caused by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket reentering Earth's atmosphere after completing its mission. The phenomenon resulted from frozen f...
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Blue, White Spiral Seen In European Skies Likely From SpaceX Rocket
A blue and white spiral spotted in the skies above numerous European countries was likely created by frozen fuel from a SpaceX rocket, according to weather forecasters.
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Blue Origin Prepares Second New Glenn Launch, Aims for Better Landing
Blue Origin is targeting a late spring launch for the second flight of its New Glenn rocket, following a partially successful debut in January 2025. While the rocket deployed its payload, the booster failed to land due to fuel delivery issues. Engineers have identified key factors affecting the landing and are implementing upgrades to improve reusa...
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NASA, General Atomics Test Nuclear Fuel for Faster Mars Missions
NASA and General Atomics conducted key tests on nuclear reactor fuel at Marshall Space Flight Center. The fuel was exposed to extreme temperatures to assess its viability for nuclear thermal propulsion. With successful results, the technology could enable faster space travel, reducing risks for astronauts on long-duration missions. NASA and DARPA a...
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SpaceX Starship Flight 7 Explosion Raises Concerns Over Air Pollution
The explosion of SpaceX’s Starship Flight 7 in mid-January has raised concerns among scientists about atmospheric pollution. The upper stage, weighing 85 tons without fuel, detonated at 90 miles (146 km) above Earth, potentially releasing 45.5 metric tons of metal oxides and 40 metric tons of nitrogen oxides. Experts warn these pollutants could i...
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China Astronauts Generate Rocket Fuel, Oxygen In Space Using "Artificial Photosynthesis"
The 12 experiments carried out at the Tiangong space station focused on key technologies such as the conversion of carbon dioxide at room temperature.
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Chinese Astronauts Successfully Generate Oxygen and Rocket Fuel Through Artificial Photosynthesis in Space
Chinese astronauts aboard the Tiangong space station have made a significant breakthrough by successfully producing oxygen and rocket fuel through artificial photosynthesis. Using carbon dioxide and water, the process mimics the natural photosynthesis found in plants, with the potential to produce methane or formic acid with minor adjustments. Unli...
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China Unveils $553M Spaceport with Successful Long March-12 Rocket Launch
China has launched the Long March-12 rocket from its new $553 million Wenchang Commercial Space Launch Site on Hainan Island. The rocket, capable of carrying 10 tons to low-Earth orbit, delivered two experimental satellites on November 30, 2024. Designed with advanced fuel systems and lighter materials, the rocket enhances payload capacity. The spa...
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US' 1st Private Moon Lander Mission Fails
An historic commercial US mission to the Moon will fail after suffering a critical loss of fuel, organizers admitted Tuesday, ending for the time being America's hopes of placing its first spacecraft on the lunar surface since the Apollo era.
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Watch: Japan Unveils Rocket Engine Fueled By Cow Dung
The rocket engine, named Zero, was initiated with a 10-second "static fire test" at the Hokkaido Spaceport in Japan.
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Political Stability Under PM Modi Putting Rocket Fuel Into New India: Report
Telegraph newspaper in a recent article stated that India which was mired by fractious politics has undergone great political stability under PM Narendra Modi, which has allowed for legal reforms, improvements to basic welfare systems.
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NASA Plans To Mine Resources On The Moon. Here's What They Seek To Find
Reuters said the first customers are expected to be commercial rocket companies who could use the moon's surface for fuel or oxygen.
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NASA Artemis I SLS Rocket Passes Fueling Test Ahead of Planned September 27 Launch Date: Details
NASA said it completed a fuelling test for its Artemis I SLS rocket, ahead of the planned launch date of September 27. The US space agency had aborted the launch of the Artemis I SLS rocket twice in the past, due to technical errors. However, NASA is yet to receive a waiver to avoid retesting the batteries on a system used to destroy the Artemis I ...
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NASA Says New Moon Mission Rocket Passed Fueling Test Ahead Of Launch
NASA said Wednesday it had successfully trialed the fueling process for its new rocket, after technical issues a few weeks ago halted two attempts to get the behemoth off the ground and headed towards the Moon.
