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  Washington DC (UPI) Apr 24, 2024 China will launch three crew members into low-Earth orbit Thursday for a six-month mission at Tiangong space station, as China prepares to put astronauts on the moon before the end of the decade. The Shenzhou 18 astronauts will launch aboard a Long March 2F rocket from the Jiuquan spaceport in northwest China on Thursday night, and are expected to reach Tiangong space station about seven hours later. The Shenzhou 18 crew members Ye Guangfu, 43, Li Cong, 34, and Li Guangsu, 36, were intro ... read more |
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China-Latin America and Caribbean States Space Cooperation Forum underwaySydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 25, 2024 The inaugural China-Latin American and Caribbean States Space Cooperation Forum began in Wuhan, Hubei province, China, on Wednesday. Chinese Vice-Premier Zhang Guoqing presented a congratulato ... more 
Flight equipment for China's manned moon mission progresses: CMSASydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 25, 2024 The China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) is progressing with its planned development of systems for its upcoming lunar landing, as stated by Lin Xiqiang, the deputy director of CMSA, during a recent pre ... more  
Ariane 6 prepares for inaugural launchParis, France (SPX) Apr 25, 2024 On 24 April 2024, Europe's new rocket, Ariane 6, was vertically positioned on the launch pad for its first space journey. The rocket's central core, comprising the main and upper stages, was m ... more  
Lynk secures government contract for satellite phone servicesLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 25, 2024 Lynk Global, Inc. (Lynk), a leader in satellite-direct-to-phone communications, has entered into a contract with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) to supply sat2phone services to the U.S ... more |
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Japan's SLIM survives 3rd lunar night, surprising designersWashington DC (UPI) Apr 24, 2024 Japan's moon lander has survived a third lunar night, something that surprised even its designers, as it continued to take snapshots and probe the satellite's surface, officials said on Wednesday. ... more |
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Chang'e 7 mission set for lunar south pole survey in 2026Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 25, 2024 The Chang'e 7 robotic mission, under the China National Space Administration, plans to deploy six international science payloads to the moon's south pole by 2026. This initiative marks a significant ... more 
China's Chang'e 7 lunar mission will host international instrumentsSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 25, 2024 China's upcoming Chang'e 7 lunar exploration mission is set to include six scientific instruments from six different countries and one international organization, as announced by the China National ... more 
China expands Space Station Program to include international astronautsSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 25, 2024 China has announced its intention to expand the participation of foreign astronauts and space tourists in missions to its space station, emphasizing inclusivity and cooperation in its space endeavor ... more 
Scientific projects on China's space station yield significant resultsSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 25, 2024 The China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) has completed over 130 scientific research and application projects aboard its space station, reporting significant advancements, according to a recent press con ... more |
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 China outlines objectives for Shenzhou XVIII space mission  
Chinese astronauts repair space station's solar wings after debris impactSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 25, 2024 The crew of the Shenzhou XVII, stationed on China's space station, successfully repaired damage to the core module's solar wings caused by space debris. This repair was accomplished during the count ... more |
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China to send fresh crew to Tiangong space stationJiuquan, China (AFP) April 24, 2024 China will send a fresh crew to its Tiangong space station on Thursday, Beijing's Manned Space Agency announced, the latest mission in a programme that aims to send astronauts to the Moon by 2030. ... more 
Japan Moon probe survives 3rd lunar nightTokyo (AFP) April 24, 2024 Japan's Moon lander woke up for a third time after its main functions survived another frigid two-week lunar night, the country's space agency said Wednesday. ... more  
Rocket Lab launches NASA's solar sail technology into orbitWashington DC (UPI) Apr 23, 2024 Rocket Lab launched NASA's new composite solar sail into space where it will undergo weeks of testing, using sunlight to propel it through the solar system. ... more 
SpaceX sends 23 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbitWashington DC (UPI) Apr 23, 2024 SpaceX launched 23 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit Tuesday evening from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. ... more |
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Ariane 6 set to launch OOV-Cube mission with Internet of Things applicationsParis, France (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 Ariane 6, Europe's latest addition to its space launch fleet, is poised to carry out its maiden flight soon, marking a new era in space missions. This inaugural flight will feature a diverse range o ... more  
PLD Space secures 120 million euros to fuel its space missionsMadrid, Spain (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 PLD Space, the Spanish aerospace firm, has successfully raised 120 million euros in funding to meet its forthcoming technological and operational goals, including the MIURA 5 mission planned for lat ... more  
CloudSat satellite completes 17-year weather research missionLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 The CloudSat satellite, developed by BAE Systems, has concluded its operations after an extensive 17-year journey in space. Initially launched in April 2006 as a component of a NASA initiative, Clou ... more 
Collaboration to Bolster Satellite Ground Station Capabilities in Southeast AsiaSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 mu Space and Advance Technology Co., Ltd, a prominent Thai satellite technology company, and RBC Signals International Inc., a provider of global satellite data communication solutions, have signed ... more |
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Asterra debuts groundbreaking L-band SAR API for commercial useLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 ASTERRA has introduced a new application programming interface (API), which expands the capabilities of SAR analytics by enabling collaboration with partners. This marks ASTERRA as the sole commerci ... more  
Astronomers propose new formation model for JuMBO free-floating planetsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 Astronomers have been captivated by the recent identification of what might be a novel category of "free-floating" planets, unveiled through remarkable images from the James Webb Space Telescope. Th ... more  
China emphasizes commitment to peaceful space activitiesSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 China has reaffirmed its dedication to the peaceful use of space, according to a recent statement by the Ministry of National Defense. The declaration was made last Friday, emphasizing the role of C ... more  
Technical trials for easing cosmological tensionBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Over the past few decades, advancements in cosmic observations and measurement tools have significantly increased our understanding of the universe. This period of discovery included notable advance ... more |
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Interconnected quantum system boosts long-distance secure communicationLondon, UK (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Quantum networking, pivotal for distributed computing and secure communication, relies on the seamless sharing of quantum information. However, the transmission of quantum data over extended distanc ... more  
Kratos and SES showcase new virtualized SATCOM system for US ArmyLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: KTOS) and SES have successfully conducted a demonstration of a fully virtualized satellite communications (SATCOM) ground system for the U.S. Arm ... more  
New molecule identified in interstellar spaceLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 MIT's research team led by Professor Brett McGuire has uncovered a new molecule in space, detailed in their paper "Rotational Spectrum and First Interstellar Detection of 2-Methoxyethanol Using ALMA ... more 
Satellite computer delivered to FMV for integration and space-based AI testsParis, France (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Unibap, based in Uppsala, has successfully handed over their advanced satellite computer to the Swedish Defense Materiel Administration (FMV), which will forward it to Space Inventor in Denmark for ... more |
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ESA and EU Partner to Enhance Space Utilization for Earthly BenefitsParis, France (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 The the European Space Agency (ESA) and the European Union (EU) have formalized a partnership to maximize the application of space technologies in addressing Earthly challenges. This collaboration w ... more  
Simulated microgravity impacts human sleep and biological rhythmsLondon, UK (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 A study by the University of Surrey has revealed that simulated microgravity conditions notably affect sleep patterns and physiological rhythms in humans, potentially undermining astronaut health an ... more 
Advancing Low-Power Electric Propulsion for Planetary and Commercial MissionsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 NASA has unveiled a new electric propulsion system designed for small spacecraft, aimed at supporting both planetary exploration and extending the operational life of existing satellites. This syste ... more 
NASA's CubeSat Solar Sail Successfully Unfurls in OrbitLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 NASA's Advanced Composite Solar Sail System (ACS3) has successfully deployed from Rocket Lab's Electron kick stage into low Earth orbit. The mission, which utilizes sunlight for propulsion, is a key ... more |
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