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Ariane 6, Europe’s new heavy-lift rocket, marks a significant milestone in the continent’s space exploration endeavors. Conceived in the 2010s, this powerful launch vehicle is designed to replace the retired Ariane 5 rocket, halving the launch costs over time while offering the potential for more launches each year. The configuration for Ariane 6’s maiden flight […]

As many as four SpaceX Falcon 9 missions are on the roster for this week’s launch schedule. The four missions will be split evenly between Starlink and two payloads for other customers. At least one of the SpaceX missions is likely to be affected by the severe weather currently being experienced on the east coast […]

After a week filled with weather delays and an uncommon T-0 abort after Falcon 9 had already ignited its engines, SpaceX looks to get back on its feet with the launch of Astra 1P/SES-24. This mission has already been delayed by one day due to bad weather at Space Launch Complex 40 at the Cape […]

EarthCARE carries four instruments that work together to study clouds and atmospheric aerosols, enabling a comprehensive understanding of their impact on Earth’s climate. The Atmospheric LIDAR (ATLID) measures the altitudes of cloud tops and aerosols using a laser and telescope. It emits ultraviolet pulses and detects the scattered light to calculate the altitude and infer […]

The North Korean space agency launched a Chollima 1 satellite launch vehicle from Sohae on the west coast of the country at 13:44 UTC on Monday, May 27. However, the vehicle exploded during first stage flight, marking the third failure out of the launcher’s four flights to date. The Chollima 1 vehicle, named after a […]

## The UK Space Industry: A Flourishing Landscape The UK space industry is experiencing a period of significant growth, with several spaceports under development and companies making strides towards orbital launches. This article explores the current state of play, highlighting key developments and future prospects. ### SaxaVord Spaceport: Leading the Charge SaxaVord Spaceport in Shetland, […]

The European Space Agency (ESA), alongside partners CNES and ArianeGroup, has provided an update on the progress of the Ariane 6 launcher. The Canopée ship will transport the rocket’s first and second stages from France and Germany, respectively. The first flight is scheduled for a launch window between June 15 and July 31, 2024. The […]

Black holes have long captivated scientists and astronomers with their mysterious nature. These incredibly powerful objects, found at the centers of galaxies, possess immense gravitational pulls that can draw in surrounding cosmic material such as gasses, planets, stars, and more. As this material spirals into the black hole, it forms large accretion disks that become […]

Black holes, the most powerful gravitational forces in the universe, are known for their ability to devour and destroy celestial bodies in an instant. When black holes consume planets and stars, they create streams of particles called jets that travel near the speed of light. These jets can accelerate cosmic rays, but the exact process […]

The International Space Station (ISS) recently reached a major milestone, celebrating its 25th year in orbit. Despite the occasion, the crew of Expedition 70 continued their ongoing work and experiments on board the orbital laboratory. Throughout the final quarter of 2023, cargo spacecraft arrived at the ISS to deliver supplies and fresh experiments while also […]