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Innovative Laser Microjet Technology Revolutionizes X-Ray Optics for Space Observatories Imagine a laser beam being guided by a hair-thin jet of water, resembling a scene from a science fiction movie. This remarkable technology, employed by Synova SA in Switzerland, is revolutionizing the field of X-ray optics. The Laser Microjet machine from Synova, in collaboration with […]

Mare Imbrium, the vast lava plain in the Moon’s north-western quadrant, is the most evident legacy of an ancient, cataclysmic impact event that formed the Imbrium Basin. This immense crater, subsequently flooded by basaltic lava, is encircled by a series of impressive mountain ranges that serve as a testament to the violence of its formation. […]

Vienna: A Historical Gem of Europe Revealed Through High-Resolution Satellite Imagery In a remarkable display of the Earth’s beauty and the technological advancements in satellite imagery, the historic center of Vienna, Austria’s captivating capital city, has been unveiled. This awe-inspiring image, captured on 23 June 2023, allows us to zoom in and explore the city’s […]

The highly anticipated Starship Flight 3 is finally set to take off after months of preparations and learning from the issues encountered during Flight 2. This time, Booster 10 and Ship 28, the most advanced pair of vehicles yet, are ready for an integrated test flight of Starship. Flight 1 was the beginning of SpaceX’s […]

Messier 95 and Messier 96 are a remarkable pair of spiral galaxies that share striking similarities in their appearance. Despite their close proximity in the night sky, these cosmic companions boast distinct characteristics that make them captivating targets for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers alike. Messier 96 (NGC 3368) is a stunning spiral galaxy that presents […]

The much-anticipated third test flight of SpaceX’s Starship is the highlight of the upcoming week in the space industry. Initially speculated to launch in February, the weeks leading up to the flight have seen fewer appearances of the Starship and booster. However, testing has already begun on hardware for the fourth flight. Besides the upcoming […]

ESA astronaut Andreas Mogensen recently completed his second mission to the International Space Station (ISS) after spending more than six months in space. This marked his first long-duration mission, where he served as the pilot of Crew-7 alongside fellow astronauts Jasmin Moghbeli (NASA), Satoshi Furukawa (JAXA), and Konstantin Borisov (Roscosmos). During his time on the […]

The rate at which the Universe is expanding, known as the Hubble constant, has long been a subject of fascination and curiosity for scientists. This fundamental parameter plays an important role in understanding the evolution and ultimate fate of our cosmos. However, a persistent difference, referred to as the Hubble Tension, has emerged between the […]

After a successful handover to the Crew-8 astronauts, Crew Dragon Endurance and the Crew-7 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station (ISS). The Crew-7 astronauts, led by spacecraft commander Jasmin Moghbeli, have spent just over six months in orbit, conducting various experiments and familiarizing the Crew-8 with life on board the […]

In a recent series of storms that pummeled California with heavy rainfall and powerful winds, the Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) satellite mission has proven its effectiveness in capturing detailed data on coastal flooding. The collaborative effort between NASA and the French space agency CNES has provided crucial insights into the impact of these […]