Category: NASA
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SpaceX’s Starship and the Future of Space Exploration
Exploring the Technology and Vision Behind Humanity’s Next Giant Leap In the vast, silent expanse of space, a sleek, silver spacecraft orbits Earth, gleaming in the unfiltered sunlight. This is not a scene from a science fiction novel, nor a glimpse into a far-fetched future. It’s a vivid image of what might soon be a…
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K2-18 b’s atmosphere: methane, carbon dioxide detected
Detailed look at the potentially habitable exoplanet through NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope The cosmos remains a frontier of countless mysteries, but recent discoveries are adding nuance to our understanding of what distant worlds might hold. One such compelling case is that of exoplanet K2-18 b. Located 120 light-years away in the constellation Leo, this…
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NASA reveals pollution data maps from new TEMPO instrument
Taking the fight against air pollution to new heights NASA has ushered in a new era in environmental awareness by releasing the first-ever maps showing concentrations of nitrogen dioxide pollution over North America. Generated by the Tropospheric Emissions: Monitoring of Pollution (TEMPO) instrument, the data adds a vital tool to the environmental policy toolkit, augmenting…
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NASA Moon Trees inspire new generation of explorers
NASA and USDA collaborate to promote STEM through Artemis Moon Tree seedlings Education and community organizations have been given a unique opportunity to connect with space exploration history. NASA, in collaboration with the USDA Forest Service, will distribute seedlings grown from seeds that journeyed around the Moon. These Artemis Moon Tree seedlings aim to create…
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LunA-10: DARPA’s vision for new lunar infrastructure
10-year journey towards an optimized, integrated moon economy DARPA’s Strategic Technology Office has introduced an ambitious 10-year plan known as the LunA-10 capability study. This initiative aims to create a framework for optimized, integrated lunar infrastructure that is shareable and scalable. Anticipating a growing cislunar and lunar economy, DARPA is seeking innovative solutions that will…
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DARPA begins designing experimental DRACO vehicle
NASA collaborates on nuclear thermal rocket development The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is starting a major space exploration initiative in conjunction with NASA: the development of the world’s first in-orbit demonstration of a nuclear thermal rocket (NTR) engine, the Demonstration Rocket for Agile Cislunar Operations (DRACO). DRACO: leap in propulsion technology Dr. Tabitha…
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NASA and Boeing unveil new livery for X-66A
Glimpse into the future of net-zero emissions in aviation In their mission to help the United States achieve net-zero aviation greenhouse gas emissions, NASA and Boeing have revealed the new livery for their trailblazing X-66A aircraft. This innovative design is at the forefront of the White House’s U.S. Aviation Climate Action Plan. The sustainable future…
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NASA’s new instrument to study lunar volcanic terrain
Unveiling mysteries of the Moon’s volcanic past with the DIMPLE instrument NASA, maintaining its momentum of robotic lunar missions via Artemis, has introduced a new payload called DIMPLE to assess the age and makeup of a volcanic mound located on the Moon’s near side. This initiative is set to help us unlock significant insights into…
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X-66A: NASA’s answer to net-zero aviation
The X-66A, a joint venture between NASA and Boeing, aims to reinvent sustainable aviation. NASA has unveiled its newest experimental aircraft, the X-66A. This X-plane marks a revolutionary step toward sustainable aviation, with a specific focus on reaching the United States’ ambitious goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. “The X-66A will help shape…
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Artemis missions: NASA’s Lunar Terrain Vehicle
Navigating the Moon: NASA’s hunt for next-gen lunar rover innovations Imagine a vehicle that can navigate the challenging terrain of the Moon’s south polar region, extending the reach of human exploration beyond what’s possible on foot. NASA is calling upon the innovation of the industry to make this a reality, aiming to contract Lunar Terrain…