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April 04, 2024
SOLAR SCIENCE
Artificial Eclipses on Demand: ESA's Proba-3 Breakthrough



Paris, France (SPX) Apr 04, 2024
Hundreds of millions of people will witness next week's total solar eclipse across North America, and solar physicists from around the globe are flocking to join them. Eclipses offer a brief glimpse of the Sun's ghostly surrounding atmosphere - the solar corona - normally kept invisible by the Sun's sheer glare. But the corona will soon be opened up for more sustained study: today in Belgium ESA has unveiled the pair of spacecraft making up its new Proba-3 mission, planned to produce orbital solar eclip ... read more

SPACE TRAVEL
Kayhan Space welcomes Mark Mueller to spearhead government growth in space traffic management
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 04, 2024
In response to increasing government demand for advanced space traffic management capabilities, Kayhan Space, a frontrunner in space automation and flight safety software, has appointed Mark Mueller ... more
SPACE TRAVEL
Music of Space: An Ode to the Sonic Frontiers Beyond Earth
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
In the realm of space exploration and science fiction, visuals have always taken the front seat, painting our imaginations with the vast, starry unknown. However, it's the music that breathes life i ... more
MARSDAILY
Perseverance uncovers a watery past on Mars
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 04, 2024
NASA's Perseverance Mars rover's recent analysis has revealed that its latest rock core sample, collected on March 11, experienced prolonged water exposure in Mars' distant past, possibly as part of ... more
MOON DAILY
Unlocking the secrets of lunar soil for future moon construction
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 04, 2024
The legacy of Buzz Aldrin's moonwalk, immortalized by his boot print, has evolved from a symbol of human achievement to a focal point of scientific inquiry as NASA embarks on its Artemis program, ai ... more
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ROCKET SCIENCE
North Korea says it test-fired new solid-fuel hypersonic missile
Seoul (AFP) April 3, 2024
North Korea's Kim Jong Un oversaw the launch of a new medium-to-long range solid-fuel hypersonic missile, state media said Wednesday, hailing the "important military strategic value" of the new weapon. ... more
ROCKET SCIENCE
Rocket Lab set to launch dual-orbit mission featuring KAIST and NASA satellites
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 02, 2024
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (NASDAQ: RKLB) has announced the launch window for its upcoming Electron mission named 'Beginning Of The Swarm'. The mission, set to take off from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in ... more
SPACE TRAVEL
Artemis 3 to include Space Lab's LEAF Plant Science Experiment
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 02, 2024
Space Lab has been selected to send its pioneering plant science experiment, LEAF, to the moon as part of NASA's Artemis III mission. This marks a significant milestone as Artemis III aims to return ... more
IRON AND ICE
Asteroid Bennu's samples available for global scientific scrutiny
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 02, 2024
In a significant advancement for space research, NASA's OSIRIS-REx team has made the asteroid Bennu samples accessible for global scientific investigation, a mere six months following their Earth ar ... more

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MOON DAILY


VIPER rover hoists its Mast ahead of lunar mission

MARSDAILY
Continuing up the Channel: Sols 4139-4140
Pasadena CA (JPL) Apr 02, 2024
Earth planning date: Wednesday, March 27, 2024: As someone who studies planetary atmospheres, the geology of Curiosity's mission often flies straight over my head. I like to think that I've picked u ... more
EXO WORLDS
Webb Telescope unveils first glimpse into planetary formation
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 02, 2024
In a major stride for astronomy, scientists utilizing the Webb Telescope, equipped with advanced infrared technology partly developed by the University of Arizona, have captured the first direct vie ... more
SOLAR SCIENCE
Solar Orbiter ready for emergency scenarios amidst close encounter with Sol
Paris, France (SPX) Apr 02, 2024
ESA's mission control team is on high alert as the Solar Orbiter embarks on its critical journey near the Sun, entering a phase of intense scientific activity and potential hazards. The spacecraft's ... more
EARTH OBSERVATION
GOES-U set for June 25 launch following repairs to latest NOAA satellite
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 01, 2024
NASA and SpaceX have rescheduled the launch of the GOES-U satellite, marking the culmination of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Geostationary Operational Environmental S ... more
INTERNET SPACE
AERKOMM Merges with IX Acquisition Corp in a Deal Boosting Satellite Broadband Connectivity
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 01, 2024
In a strategic move to enhance its position in the satellite technology landscape, AERKOMM Inc. (Euronext: AKOM), a frontrunner in providing broadband connectivity solutions across multiple orbits, ... more
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SPACE TRAVEL
NASA and Boeing set new date for Starliner's first crewed mission
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
In light of a recent review of the International Space Station's (ISS) busy schedule, the first manned flight of the CST-100 Starliner, a part of NASA's Boeing Crew Flight Test, is now slated for no ... more
MOON DAILY
NASA sets stage for Extended Lunar Exploration with Artemis IV and Gateway Station
Washington DC (SPX) Apr 01, 2024
In an ambitious expansion of lunar exploration, NASA's Artemis IV mission is working towards establishing the first human outpost in lunar orbit - the Gateway space station. This initiative, part of ... more
TECH SPACE
NASA collects 'space debris' that crashed into Florida man's home
Washington (AFP) April 2, 2024
NASA said Tuesday it was analyzing an object that crashed from the sky into a Florida man's home - which could well be a piece of debris jettisoned from the International Space Station. ... more
SPACEMART
AST SpaceMobile advances space-based cellular network with ASIC chip development
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 01, 2024
In a significant stride towards realizing the world's first space-based cellular broadband network, AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTS) has announced the initiation of the tape-out phase for its hi ... more
MOON DAILY
Three companies in the running for NASA's next Moon rover
Washington (AFP) April 3, 2024
Three companies are in the running to provide NASA's next Moon rover for crewed missions planned later this decade, the space agency said Wednesday. ... more
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MOON DAILY
NASA's Artemis Program to enhance Lunar mobility with industry partners
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 04, 2024
In a significant move to enhance lunar exploration, NASA has enlisted Intuitive Machines, Lunar Outpost, and Venturi Astrolab to develop a lunar terrain vehicle (LTV) aimed at expanding the Artemis ... more
MARSDAILY
Looking back at Hinman Col: Sols 4146-4147
Pasadena CA (JPL) Apr 04, 2024
Earth planning day: Wednesday, April 3, 2024: Today we planned a Touch and Go plan. Our workspace had abundant large, stable blocks - not always a given! - which made for a relatively easy planning ... more
ROCKET SCIENCE
China continues to grow its remote-sensing fleet with Yaogan 42A launch
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 04, 2024
In a significant stride for its earth observation endeavors, China's aerospace community celebrated a new milestone with the successful deployment of the Yaogan ... more
SOLAR SCIENCE
US prisoners sue to see April 8 solar eclipse
New York (AFP) April 3, 2024
Six US prisoners have sued authorities to be allowed to see the year's biggest astronomic event, a total solar eclipse on April 8. ... more
MARSDAILY
An Intriguing Mess: Sols 4141-4143
Pasadena CA (JPL) Apr 02, 2024
Earth planning date: Friday, March 29, 2024: Curiosity is approaching an intriguing pile of rocks called "Hinman Col" - a poorly sorted collection of clasts located along the margin of Gediz Vallis ... more
SPACEMART
Eutelsat OneWeb approves Hughes' LEO satellite connectivity terminal
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
Hughes Network Systems, LLC, a subsidiary of EchoStar Corporation (Nasdaq: SATS), proudly unveils the Hughes HL1120W Terminal, marking a significant advancement in satellite communications. This new ... more
SPACEMART
Iridium acquires Satelles, Unveils enhanced time and location solutions
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: IRDM) has finalized the purchase of Satelles, Inc., stepping into a leading role in the provision of secure satellite-based time and location services. This stra ... more
MOON DAILY
In first, US directs NASA to create lunar time standard
Washington (AFP) April 3, 2024
The White House announced Tuesday it is directing NASA to create a unified time standard for the Moon and other celestial bodies, as governments and private companies increasingly compete in space. ... more
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VSAT NEWS
Kinematics launches advanced satellite ground station positioners
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
Kinematics, a leader in intelligent motion systems, has unveiled its latest ground station positioner innovations, the Kinematics KX-6 2.4M class Low Earth Orbit (LEO) positioner, and the KX-3 1M cl ... more
OUTER PLANETS
The Persistent Ices of Kuiper Belt Object 486958 Arrokoth
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
Scientists at Brown University, in collaboration with the SETI Institute, have unveiled findings from a new study that may rewrite the narrative on the behavior and composition of distant solar syst ... more
ROCKET SCIENCE
Ariane 6's Maiden launch to deploy Radio Interferometry Experiment for NASA
Paris, France (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
Europe is poised to launch its newest rocket, Ariane 6, marking a significant advancement in space mission versatility. This inaugural flight is set to carry a diverse array of missions, each with i ... more
ROCKET SCIENCE
Impulso Space inks deal with Relativity Space for comprehensive launch support
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
Impulso.Space USA Corp. has clinched a key contract with Relativity Space Inc., marking a significant step in its journey as a premier provider of full-spectrum launch services. This agreement cemen ... more
SPACE TRAVEL
Thales Alenia Space completes new version of Cygnus
Paris, France (SPX) Apr 02, 2024
Since the inception of the Cygnus pressurized cargo modules (PCM) in the early 2000s, designed to transport supplies to the International Space Station (ISS), there has been significant evolution in ... more
SPACE TRAVEL
With 10 on board ISS crew gets to work
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
The International Space Station (ISS) was a hive of activity on Tuesday, with its ten-member crew - consisting of five NASA astronauts, four Roscosmos cosmonauts, and one spaceflight participant fro ... more
ROCKET SCIENCE
Lockheed Martin Ventures Backs Helicity Space for Fusion Propulsion Advancements
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
Helicity Space, a trailblazer in fusion power for in-space propulsion and power technology, has garnered investment from Lockheed Martin Ventures, signaling a significant endorsement from the aerosp ... more
VSAT NEWS
Quectel expands IoT offerings with launch of 5G and GNSS Anhgnnas
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 01, 2024
Quectel Wireless Solutions, a leader in the IoT industry, has announced the addition of new antennas to its product lineup, aimed at enhancing IoT device connectivity. Among the new releases are the ... more
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