ESA’s Hera asteroid mission has arrived at the ESTEC Test Centre in the Netherlands, marking a significant milestone in the project. After being transported from its birthplace in Bremen, Germany, the van-sized spacecraft was placed inside an environmentally controlled container and left overnight in the airlock to allow for dust to settle and humidity to […]

Validation testing for ESA’s new Ariane 6 launch vehicle is well underway, with recent tests focusing on the upper stage engines. These tests involved firing the Vinci engine and a smaller Auxiliary Power Unit (APU), simulating their operation during a flight. The tests took place at the German Aerospace Center DLR’s engine test centre in […]

In a groundbreaking display of technological capabilities, BlackSky Technology Inc. has released a collection of sixty images showcasing the complex evacuation operation that took place in Sudan during the first days of the 2023 conflict. The images, taken over Khartoum, provide unprecedented insight into the scale and intricacies of the operation. The collection of images, […]

Mars Helicopter Ingenuity Completes 56th Flight The Mars helicopter Ingenuity has exceeded all expectations with its recent completion of its 56th flight. NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab announced this remarkable achievement, stating that Ingenuity flew a distance of 1,334 feet, equivalent to a little over a quarter of a mile, across the Martian surface last Saturday. […]

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is preparing for an exciting mission to study the Sun with its Aditya-L1 solar observatory. Set to launch on 2 September 2023, this mission will provide valuable scientific data as the spacecraft orbits in an unstable orbit. To ensure the success of this mission, ISRO has enlisted the support […]

Space exploration has always posed a significant challenge when it comes to providing the basic needs for astronauts. Transporting necessities from Earth to extraterrestrial sites such as the Moon and Mars is not only logistically impossible but also extremely costly. However, a recent study suggests that the development of an artificial carbon cycle on these […]

SpaceX is gearing up for its second Integrated Flight Test (IFT) of the Starship. Booster 9, which completed its pre-flight testing, is waiting for its partner for the second launch. Ship 25 has already been tested previously, so only full stack testing and regulatory approval are pending for the second flight. Booster 9 initially had […]

In the vast expanse of space, astronauts face numerous challenges to their daily routines and biological rhythms. With the Huginn mission, ESA astronaut Andreas Mogensen aims to shed light on the effects of sleeping in space through two innovative experiments: Circadian Light and Sleep in Orbit. Circadian rhythm, our internal clock that influences our sleep-wake […]

LeoStella and Hera Systems, two leading companies in the small satellite industry, have recently formed a strategic manufacturing alliance. The goal of this collaboration is to revolutionize satellite manufacturing and provide customers with more options for multi-satellite solicitations. By working together, these companies aim to mitigate supply chain risks, improve production and delivery schedules, and […]

Space exploration is an awe-inspiring endeavor that pushes the boundaries of human capability. However, it also presents unique health challenges for astronauts. The European Space Agency (ESA) recognizes the importance of understanding these challenges and their implications for human well-being during extended missions. Through their SciSpacE activities, ESA collaborates with researchers to conduct experiments that […]