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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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Revolutionizing Connectivity! SpaceX Launches 21 New Satellites

SpaceX has made headlines once again with a successful launch! On January 10, the company sent 21 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit using a Falcon 9 rocket, marking a monumental achievement for its reusable technology. This particular rocket stage has now been

11 January 2025

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A Mysterious Collision: How Pluto Gained a Moon

Groundbreaking Research Reveals Cosmic Secrets In a fascinating twist to our understanding of the cosmos, researchers propose a new formation story for Pluto and its largest moon, Charon. Billions of years ago, rather than disintegrating upon collision, these frigid worlds entangled like

11 January 2025

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Record-Breaking Heat: What 2024 Holds for Our Climate

The world is bracing for unprecedented warmth. Recent assessments reveal alarming trends in the planet’s temperature. On January 10th, key climate monitoring organizations released their evaluations for 2024, revealing disturbing news. This year is set to be the warmest on record, surpassing

10 January 2025

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Get Ready for Launch! Blue Origin’s Bold New Mission Begins Soon

Blue Origin Set to Blast Off from Florida Blue Origin is gearing up for an exciting milestone as it prepares to launch its New Glenn rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida. The much-anticipated event is scheduled for Sunday, January 12, during a three-hour

10 January 2025

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Blue Origin’s Moment of Truth: Will They Finally Reach Orbit?

A Rocket Set to Make History After years of anticipation and ingenuity, Jeff Bezos’ space company, Blue Origin, is gearing up for a monumental milestone. The New Glenn rocket, initially projected for launch in 2020, is now ready to attempt its first

10 January 2025

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Stunning Space Discoveries Await! A Journey to Mercury Unveiled

Charting the Unknown: BepiColombo’s Groundbreaking Mission In an eventful 2024, the BepiColombo mission faced challenges, yet overcame them with remarkable finesse. This collaborative endeavor between the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has set its sights on

10 January 2025

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Space Race Heats Up: India Prepares for Groundbreaking Docking

BENGALURU: India’s ambitious journey into space is hitting crucial milestones with the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) satellites. By Friday evening, these remarkable satellites managed to close in on each other, reaching a distance of 1.5 kilometers apart. The Indian Space Research Organisation

10 January 2025

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Explosive Success! A New Era in U.S. Space Operations Unfolds.

In a remarkable advancement for national security, the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) has officially entered a bold new chapter. On January 9, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully conducted the NROL-153 mission, solidifying the U.S. reliance on rapidly expanding satellite technology in

10 January 2025

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Big Changes Ahead for ISRO! New Leadership, New Missions

V Narayanan to Lead ISRO into a New Era V Narayanan is poised to become the new chairman of ISRO on January 14, taking over from S. Somanath. His leadership role extends to secretary of the Department of Space and chairman of

10 January 2025

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Asteroid Alert! A Massive Space Rock is On Its Way

A Close Encounter in Space A colossal asteroid, surpassing the size of Manhattan, is set to make a close approach to Earth. Known as (887) Alinda, this impressive space rock measures approximately 4.2 kilometers (2.6 miles) in diameter. Despite its massive size,

10 January 2025