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Asteroids·Earth·European Space Agency·Space Missions·Uncategorized

Asteroid 2024 YR4: Could Earth’s Next Close Call Be a Wake-Up Call?

An asteroid named 2024 YR4 is on course for a potential Earth encounter on December 22, 2032, with a 1.9% chance of impact. The asteroid’s size, up to 300 feet, is comparable to the Tunguska event comet, warranting attention. NASA’s Asteroid Terrestrial-impact

22 February 2025

Astronomy·News·Planets·Space Missions·Stargazing·Uncategorized

Witness the Spectacle: Six Planets Align This Weekend

Six planets—Mars, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune—will align in a spectacular planetary parade visible this weekend. No special equipment is required to view this event, though a telescope is recommended for Uranus and Neptune. Planetary alignments occur as planets’ orbits synchronize,

1 February 2025

$$$·Earth·International Space Station·Life·Space Missions·Sun

Sunita Williams Stuck in Space: What’s Really Keeping Her There?

Sunita Williams’ mission aboard the ISS has unexpectedly extended due to a faulty spacecraft. The original plan for a week-long stay transformed into months because of technical glitches in Boeing’s Starliner. Nasa chose to wait for a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft to ensure

1 February 2025

Life·Moons·Science·Solar System·Space Missions·Uncategorized

Astronauts on a Comet? Revolutionary Technology Makes It Possible

Emerging propulsion technologies like ion propulsion and solar sails are key to reaching fast-moving comets. Advanced landing systems inspired by previous missions ensure safe and secure landings on comets. AI-powered robots will precede human missions, collecting data and building infrastructure. Exploration of

1 February 2025

$$$·Astrobiology·Earth·News·Science·Space Missions

Is a Giant Asteroid Really Coming for Us? Here’s What You Need to Know

A recently discovered asteroid, similar in size to the Statue of Liberty, could come close to Earth in 2032. The probability of an impact is low, at just 1.3%. Scientists and engineers are developing strategies to protect Earth from potential asteroid threats.

1 February 2025

Earth·Mars·Moon·Space Missions·Stars·Uncategorized

SpaceX’s Starship: A Revolutionary Leap into the Cosmos

SpaceX’s Starship aims to revolutionize space exploration with a fully reusable design, significantly lowering interplanetary travel costs. The spacecraft emphasizes sustainability through methane fuel usage, potentially enabling fuel production on Mars. Advanced AI systems incorporated into Starship operations ensure enhanced safety and

1 February 2025

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New Glenn vs. Starship: The Epic Showdown for Space Supremacy

The space race intensifies with Blue Origin’s New Glenn and SpaceX vying for dominance. Blue Origin employs a careful, systematic approach, while SpaceX embraces a trial-and-error philosophy. New Glenn successfully reached medium-Earth orbit after a decade of planning, despite its booster not

1 February 2025

$$$·Engineering·Life·Science·Space Missions·Sun

NASA Astronaut Breaks Record with Epic Spacewalks—You Won’t Believe the Duration

Sunita Williams set a new record for the longest spacewalk time by a woman with 62 hours and 6 minutes. Her significant achievement occurred during her ninth spacewalk outside the International Space Station. The mission included important tasks such as removing an

31 January 2025

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UK’s Bold Move: 20 Million Pound Investment to Launch the First Scottish Rocket

The U.K. government invests £20 million ($24.8 million) in Orbex to develop the country’s first orbital rocket. Orbex Prime aims for launch from Shetland’s SaxaVord Spaceport by late 2025. Scotland’s geographical advantages will enable efficient access to polar orbits. The rocket utilizes

31 January 2025

$$$·Astronomy·Earth·International Space Station·Space Missions·Stars

A Journey Beyond Earth: Shubhanshu Shukla’s Mission to Bring India to Space

Shubhanshu Shukla will embark on the Axiom Mission 4 to the ISS in Spring 2025, promoting Indian culture in space. He aims to perform traditional yoga poses in microgravity, highlighting the significance of physical and mental resilience. The mission will showcase a

31 January 2025

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Indian Astronaut Sets New Spacewalk Record, Struggles to Remember Walking

Sunita Williams has set a new record for the most spacewalking hours by a woman, totaling 62 hours and 6 minutes. Her recent mission included a 5-hour and 26-minute spacewalk focused on critical technical tasks. Williams is facing challenges readjusting to gravity

31 January 2025