Tag Mars

On the mornings of 13 and 14 August, stargazers will witness a spectacular astronomical event as Mars and Jupiter align beautifully in the sky. The two planets will appear remarkably close, with Mars positioned roughly 23 arcminutes above and to the left of brilliant Jupiter. This proximity is particularly noteworthy as it is a distance […]

Scientists have long sought to determine the rate of meteoroid impacts on Mars, employing two primary methods before the availability of seismic data. One approach involved calculating the impact rate from lunar crater chronology models, which are based on studies of craters on the Moon and adjusted to account for Mars’ atmosphere and proximity to […]

In the latest update from NASA’s Curiosity rover, it seems like Groundhog Day has made its way to Mars. Mission Operations Specialist Natalie Moore shares the team’s progress and challenges as they navigate through Gale crater. The team faced some software issues, forcing them to make a critical decision between conducting contact science or moving […]

NASA’s Perseverance rover and Ingenuity helicopter have reached a major milestone in their mission on Mars, celebrating their 1,000th sol, or Martian day, on the Red Planet. The robotic pair has been exploring Jezero Crater and recently completed an extensive investigation of the ancient river delta within the crater. This river delta contains evidence of […]

Scientists Solve Mystery Behind Marsquake A team of international scientists has successfully determined the cause of the largest seismic event ever recorded on Mars. This seismic event, also known as a Marsquake, occurred on May 4, 2022, and was observed by NASA’s InSight Mars lander. After ruling out a meteor impact, the team concluded that […]

China has recently revealed its updated roadmap for lunar and deep space exploration missions at the 74th International Astronautical Congress. The focus is on the Chang’e lunar exploration program, with missions planned for the next seven years. The sixth mission, Chang’e 6, is scheduled for 2024 and will be China’s second robotic sample return mission […]

Hubble Legacy: 30 Years of Discoveries and Images – A Celestial Journey Through Time Prepare to embark on a breathtaking journey through the cosmos with the definitive book on the Hubble Space Telescope, “Hubble Legacy: 30 Years of Discoveries and Images” by renowned astronomer Jim Bell. As we celebrate the telescope’s 30th anniversary, this captivating […]

Celestron has truly revolutionized the world of telescopes with their latest innovation, the StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ Smartphone App-Enabled Telescope. This groundbreaking product combines the power of your smartphone with advanced technology to provide an unparalleled stargazing experience. Gone are the days of struggling with complicated star charts or imprecise planetarium apps. The StarSense Explorer […]

In the vibrant realm of science fiction literature, a captivating gem has emerged to enthrall readers with its gripping narrative and thought-provoking themes. Introducing “Red Rising,” a mesmerizing debut novel penned by the brilliant Pierce Brown. Prepare to embark on a thrilling journey through a color-coded society on the surface of Mars, where the battle […]

In “Escape From The Martian Mines,” Scarlett O’Hara, a security guard at the Mars Volta Mining Base, is counting down the days until she can reunite with her family. However, her final month turns into a nightmare when a terrifying creature lurking beneath the ice and iron deposits threatens the lives of the workers. With […]