News by Category: Space Exploration

NASA is repurposing Space Shuttle-era rocket engines for the Artemis Moon mission, raising questions about cost and reliability for the program's future.

Innovative propulsion tech may drastically cut travel time to Sedna, a dwarf planet, offering a unique chance to study the solar system's origins.

A pre-flight explosion of SpaceX's Starship prototype underscores the hurdles in developing advanced space technology, prompting investigations and design refinements.

A mountain on the rim of Mars Jezero Crater shows signs of being a volcano, potentially impacting our understanding of the planets geological history and the possibility of past life.

SpaceX secures a prime launch facility at Cape Canaveral, furthering its dominance in the space launch industry and raising concerns among competitors.

SpaceX prepares for a crucial Starship launch and unveils its ambitious plan for Mars colonization. Technical challenges and NASA's role are key factors.

Pulsar Fusions Sunbird rocket promises to halve Mars travel time with its revolutionary fusion engine technology. Orbital deployment and reusability further enhance efficiency.

SpaceX prepares for the ninth test flight of its Starship rocket, following previous failures. The FAA has approved the launch, but with expanded safety precautions.

New research reveals cloud convection on Titan, offering insights into its climate and the role of methane in its unique hydrological cycle.

NASA engineers successfully reactivated dormant thrusters on the Voyager 1 spacecraft, extending the mission's lifespan.

The Soviet probe Kosmos 482, after a 53-year unplanned Earth orbit, recently re-entered the atmosphere. Its final resting place remains a mystery.

NASA is considering launching missions to Mars as early as next year, accelerating its timeline for a human mission to the Red Planet.