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  Washington (AFP) April 7, 2024 When a rare total solar eclipse sweeps across North America on Monday, scientists will be able to gather invaluable data on everything from the Sun's atmosphere to strange animal behaviors - and even possible effects on humans. It comes with the Sun near the peak of its 11-year solar cycle, setting the stage for a breathtaking display: The corona will glow spectacularly from the Moon's silhouette along the path of totality, a corridor stretching from Mexico to Canada via the United States. Tota ... read more |
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DARPA awards Phase Four with contract for Very Low Earth Orbit Propulsion SystemLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 05, 2024 In a significant advancement for satellite technology, Phase Four has been awarded a $14.9 million contract by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop an air-breathing elect ... more  
NASA to send unmanned drone 2 miles high to study radiation during eclipseWashington DC (UPI) Apr 5, 2024 NASA researchers are planning to study changes in the sun's radiation during the solar eclipse via an unmanned aircraft on Monday. ... more  
The Persistent Ices of Kuiper Belt Object 486958 ArrokothLos 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  
Smuggled Starlink dishes throw lifeline to some in war-torn SudanTamboul, Sudan (AFP) April 3, 2024 On a street corner in the Sudanese town of Tamboul, dozens of people tap feverishly on their phones, calling loved ones and moving money through online apps. ... more |
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NASA unveils OVERFLOW to better predict air taxi performance and noiseLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 05, 2024 NASA's introduction of the OVERFLOW software marks an important moment for the future taxi systems. Developed as part of NASA's Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) mission, OVERFLOW is engineered to precise ... more |
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Troposcatter Technology by Ultra I&C enhances global defense networksLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 04, 2024 Ultra Intelligence and Communications recently unveiled its Archer family of troposcatter communication systems, showcasing a significant advancement in beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) communications. T ... more  
Mynaric Accelerates Space Communication with CONDOR Mk3 ProductionBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 04, 2024 Mynaric, a leader in scalable laser communications solutions (NASDAQ: MYNA) (FRA: M0YN), has reached a key moment with the start of volume production of its flagship CONDOR Mk3 optical communication ... more  
NASA's Artemis Program to enhance Lunar mobility with industry partnersLos 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 
China continues to grow its remote-sensing fleet with Yaogan 42A launchSydney, 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 |
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 Ariane 6's Maiden launch to deploy Radio Interferometry Experiment for NASA  
ICEYE and CDC Partner to Study Flood Effects on Health and SafetyBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 04, 2024 In a significant move towards enhancing disaster response and public health research, ICEYE, the forefront provider of satellite-powered disaster management solutions, has forged a partnership with ... more |
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Uncovering the thermal pathways to life's originsBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 05, 2024 The enigma of life's origins is as complex as life itself, with myriad intricate processes unfolding within cells. From protein synthesis to DNA replication, the coordination and concentration of re ... more 
US prisoners sue to see April 8 solar eclipseNew 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  
We have the watch: NASA Crew-9 visits Space Delta 4Buckley SFB CO (SPX) Apr 08, 2024 "The first time I launched, my rocket didn't go where it was supposed to go, it had an in-flight anomaly, came apart and we landed in the middle of the Kazakhstan step," said U.S. Space Force Col. N ... more 
RS-25 engines certified for future Artemis missions after long testing programLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 08, 2024 L3Harris Technologies and Aerojet Rocketdyne have concluded a comprehensive series of development and certification tests for the RS-25 engine, confirming its readiness for upcoming Artemis missions ... more |
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When and How to Spot the 'Devil Comet'Huntsville AL (SPX) Apr 08, 2024 Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks is one of the brightest known periodic comets. It earned the nickname of "devil comet" in 2023 when an outburst caused the comet to have an asymmetrical appearance, like having ... more  
Quantum dynamics in chemical reactions parallel black hole information scramblingLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 08, 2024 Scientists often equate the process of information scrambling in black holes with the ultimate limit of quantum mechanical behavior, where every bit of quantum data is thoroughly mixed. New findings ... more 
First 'glory' on hellish distant worldParis (ESA) Apr 08, 2024 Data from Cheops and its friends suggest that between the unbearable heat and light of exoplanet WASP-76b's sunlit face, and the endless night of its dark side, may be the first extrasolar 'glory'. ... more 
CHEOPS identifies phenomenal 'Glory' on distant exoplanet WASP-76bBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 08, 2024 The CHEOPS space telescope, managed by the University of Geneva (UNIGE), has made a landmark observation of the exoplanet WASP-76b, revealing an atmospheric phenomenon akin to a "glory," akin to a r ... more |
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Galaxies grow more chaotic over timeSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 08, 2024 A new study led by Professor Scott Croom of the ARC Centre of Excellence for All Sky Astrophysics in 3 Dimensions (ASTRO 3D) and the School of Physics has demonstrated that the age of a galaxy is th ... more 
Neutron Stars prove to be a crucial tool in quest to unravel dark matterMelbourne, Australia (SPX) Apr 08, 2024 In a new study, scientists at the University of Melbourne's ARC Centre of Excellence for Dark Matter Particle Physics have made significant advancements in understanding dark matter by studying neut ... more 
New observations challenge formation of brown dwarfsBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 08, 2024 The enigmatic birth of stars and their less luminous counterparts, brown dwarfs, has long intrigued astronomers. Recently, an international research team led by Dr. Basmah Riaz from the University O ... more 
Huge star explosion to appear in sky in once-in-a-lifetime eventParis (AFP) April 6, 2024 Sometime between now and September, a massive explosion 3,000 light years from Earth will flare up in the night sky, giving amateur astronomers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to witness this space oddity. ... more |
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Sierra Space unveils Eclipse satellite buses: Velocity, Horizon, and TitanLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 08, 2024 Sierra Space, a leader in the commercial space-tech and defense-tech industries, has launched its innovative Eclipse satellite bus line, marking a significant advancement in space systems technology ... more  
Euroconsult Joins Forces with SpaceTec Partners to Launch NovaspaceParis, France (SPX) Apr 05, 2024 Euroconsult and SpaceTec Partners have finalized their merger, introducing Novaspace, a new entity poised to fortify the space industry with comprehensive consulting services. This collaboration ste ... more 
A stellar role for ESAParis (ESA) Apr 08, 2024 Launched on 21 February 2024 on Apple TV+, new original series Constellation has gripped viewers with its mix of sci-fi and mind-bending mystery. Created and written by Peter Harness, Constell ... more  
New gravitational-wave detection challenges astrophysical mass gap theoriesLondon, UK (SPX) Apr 08, 2024 In a significant advancement in astrophysics, the University of Portsmouth's Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation (ICG) has played a crucial role in detecting an extraordinary gravitational-wave s ... more |
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Stellar collisions create Zombie StarsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 05, 2024 In the crowded heart of our galaxy, certain stars exhibit a deceptively youthful glow, not from cosmic skincare, but from the remnants of stellar cannibalism. Northwestern University's recent study ... more 
BAE Systems finalizes assembly of Carruthers Geocorona ObservatoryParis, France (SPX) Apr 03, 2024 BAE Systems (LON: BA) has successfully completed the integration of the Carruthers Geocorona Observatory's UV spectrometer with the satellite's main structure. This development paves the way for the ... more
DESI achieves unprecedented measurement of Universe's expansionBerkeley CA (SPX) Apr 05, 2024 A revolutionary view into the cosmos is now possible thanks to the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) and its array of 5,000 robotic observers perched atop a mountaintop telescope. ... more 
NEOWISE Achieves a Decade of Asteroid and Comet Surveillance from SpaceLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 05, 2024 Marking a significant milestone, NASA's NEOWISE mission has unveiled its tenth year of data collection, showcasing an ongoing infrared survey that sheds light on the dynamic changes of celestial bod ... more |
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