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Unlocking the Cosmos: How Laser-Powered Lightsails Could Propell Us to the Stars

Caltech scientists are advancing laser-driven lightsail technology for interstellar travel. Ultrathin sails could transport tiny spacecraft to distant systems like Alpha Centauri. Research focuses on the interaction between lasers and delicate membranes at the Kavli Nanoscience Institute. Innovative measurement techniques are used

9 February 2025

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Bold Ambitions Await! India’s Gaganyaan Mission Poised to Take Flight

India’s space ambitions are about to reach new heights. As the newly appointed Director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre at ISRO, Dr. V Narayanan has outlined an exciting timeline for the Gaganyaan mission, which aims to send Indian astronauts into space

13 January 2025

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India’s Space Future in New Hands

ISRO Welcomes a New Visionary Leader V. Narayanan, an accomplished expert in cryogenics, is set to take the helm as the 11th chairperson of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on January 14. His appointment comes after a successful three-year term by

13 January 2025

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Blue Origin’s Launch Delay: What You Need to Know! Keep an Eye on New Glenn

On Monday, Blue Origin’s highly awaited rocket, New Glenn, faced another setback as its inaugural orbital flight was postponed due to technical issues. Originally set to launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, the 320-foot titan was supposed to lift off during

13 January 2025

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Disappointing Delay! New Glenn Rocket Launch Postponed

The highly anticipated launch of Jeff Bezos’s New Glenn rocket has met an unexpected hurdle. Blue Origin, Bezos’s space venture, announced that it would not proceed with the rocket’s debut launch initially set for Monday, January 13, 2025, from Florida’s Cape Canaveral

13 January 2025

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Countdown to History: Will Blue Origin’s New Glenn Soar or Sink?

An Unforgettable Launch is About to Unfold Blue Origin is on the brink of a significant moment in aerospace history as its New Glenn rocket prepares for its very first launch from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. Towering at

13 January 2025

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Unleash Your Potential! Education Beyond Grades Matters

Emphasizing holistic learning, the incoming ISRO Chief urges students to embrace dual education systems. During a recent visit to his hometown in Kanyakumari, V Narayanan, the new Secretary of the Department of Space and current Director at the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre,

13 January 2025

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Are You Ready for the Next Big Thing in Space? This Rocket is About to Change Everything

Groundbreaking Launch on the Horizon The countdown has begun for a momentous event in space exploration. Blue Origin is set to unveil its powerful heavy lift rocket, a remarkable 32 stories high, designed to dwarf SpaceX’s Falcon 9 in thrust capacity. Launching

13 January 2025

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From Farmer’s Son to Space LeaderMeet V Narayanan, Isro’s New Chairman

V Narayanan, an acclaimed cryogenic engine developer, is set to assume leadership of ISRO on January 14, succeeding S. Somanath. Narayanan’s remarkable journey from a humble farming background to a prominent figure in India’s space exploration exemplifies resilience and excellence. Raised in

13 January 2025

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Don’t Miss This! Stunning Celestial Event and the Wolf Moon Awaits

Stargazers, get ready for a celestial spectacle! On Monday night, the January full Moon, famously known as the Wolf Moon, will grace the skies. This name dates back to the biting winter nights when hungry wolves serenaded the night, their howls echoing

12 January 2025

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Tonight’s Celestial Spectacle: An Asteroid You Can See

Are your binoculars ready? An asteroid as wide as Manhattan is making a close approach to Earth. A staggering 2.6 miles across, asteroid 877 Alinda reached its closest point to our planet on Wednesday, at a distance of 7.6 million miles. While

12 January 2025