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In an awe-inspiring transition aboard the International Space Station (ISS), the recent crew handover exemplifies the seamless continuity of human presence in low Earth orbit. The handover process is not merely a logistical operation; it is a ceremonial rite, a passing of the torch, and a testament to international collaboration in space exploration. As Expedition […]

NASA and SpaceX have successfully launched the Crew-11 mission, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing journey of humanity to explore the cosmos. This ambitious mission, part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program, took flight at 11:43 AM EDT (15:43 UTC) on August 1 from Launch Complex 39A, a revered site within Kennedy Space Center, Florida. […]

Pangea Aerospace is at the forefront of innovation in aerospike engine technology, a field that has seen interest reignite in recent years due to advancements in materials and manufacturing techniques. The company’s flagship project, the Arcos engine, showcases how modern engineering can revitalize an engine concept that has been theorized for over half a century […]

The Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) and Kennedy Space Center (KSC) are undergoing significant infrastructure upgrades to support an unprecedented increase in launch activity. In 2024 alone, these facilities achieved a record of 93 launches, surpassing milestones that seemed ambitious only a few years prior. This surge in launches is driven by an influx […]

Eight exciting launches are lined up for this week, showcasing a flurry of activity primarily led by SpaceX and noteworthy international missions from Russia and Europe. On the forefront, four Falcon 9 launches are scheduled, including two customer-driven missions and two from the Starlink constellation, representing a dynamic leap in satellite communication technology. The first […]

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe has made remarkable strides in solar science, bringing us closer than ever to understanding our star. The spacecraft has captured stunning visuals of the Sun’s atmosphere during its recent perihelion passes, illuminating the dynamic and often tumultuous environment of our closest celestial neighbor. Among the highlights are the striking images collected […]

In the second quarter of 2025, SpaceX showcased an impressive feat, achieving an unprecedented milestone with its Falcon family of rockets. The company celebrated the 500th launch within the Falcon family, a remarkable accomplishment that encompasses all Falcon 1, Falcon 9, and Falcon Heavy missions. This period alone witnessed 45 launches, representing a staggering 57% […]

On October 7, 2014, Japan launched the Himawari 8 satellite, followed by Himawari 9 on November 2, 2016. While these satellites primarily serve to monitor Earth’s weather and phenomena such as typhoons across East Asia and the western Pacific, recent studies have opened a new frontier: using these Earth-bound meteorological instruments to observe our neighboring […]

The final flight of Japan’s H-IIA rocket marked a significant milestone in the nation’s space exploration efforts. On Saturday, the H-IIA F-50 rocket soared into the sky, carrying the GOSAT-GW satellite into orbit. This launch took place at precisely 16:33:03 UTC from the Tanegashima Space Center, an iconic site for Japan’s space missions, amidst a […]

As summer envelops the Northern Hemisphere and winter blankets the Southern Hemisphere, the cosmic choreography of launches is in full swing. The week ahead promises a packed schedule, with SpaceX set to launch four Falcon 9 missions, highlighting the company’s relentless pursuit of orbital dominance. The excitement begins with the much-anticipated Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) […]