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SpaceX is planning to launch the Falcon 9 carrying NASA’s SPHEREx Observatory and PUNCH satellites from Space Launch Complex 4 East (SLC-4E) at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on March 8, 2025. The launch is targeted for 7:10 p.m. PT (Pacific Time). SpaceX says that if necessary, a backup opportunity is available the next … Read more
On March 5, 2025, Texas-based Firefly Aerospace made history by successfully landing its Blue Ghost lander on the Moon. This marked the second American private company to achieve a lunar landing and the first commercial lander to touch down upright and intact without any mishaps. Dubbed “Blue Ghost Mission 1,” this mission is part of … Read more
SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center (KSC) on February 26, 2025, carrying the Athena lander and NASA’s Lunar Trailblazer orbiter. The mission marks another significant step toward lunar exploration and the potential establishment of sustainable human settlements on the Moon. A Mission to Unlock Lunar Resources Athena, developed by Houston-based … Read more
Human space exploration has seen remarkable advancements over the past few decades, with NASA Space Shuttle paving the way for reusable space vehicles and SpaceX’s Starship aiming to revolutionize deep-space travel. While both programs share a common vision of advancing human spaceflight, their engineering approaches, operational philosophies, and long-term goals differ significantly. NASA’s Space Shuttle … Read more
Space travel is one of humanity’s greatest achievements, but it comes with significant health challenges. As astronauts leave Earth’s protective atmosphere, their bodies undergo profound physiological and psychological changes. From microgravity-induced muscle loss to radiation exposure and mental health stressors, the effects of space travel on human health are substantial. This article explores these challenges … Read more
In December 2024, astronomers identified a new near-Earth object, designated Asteroid 2024 YR4, sparking discussions about its potential impact on Earth. Initial observations suggested a 1% chance of collision in 2032, nii which later escalated to 3.1%, marking a historic peak for an asteroid of its size. However, recent data has significantly reduced this probability … Read more
In a recent development that has ignited discussions within the aerospace community, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has called for the early decommissioning of the International Space Station (ISS) by 2026, a significant acceleration from NASA’s planned 2030 timeline. This proposal has sparked a debate about the future of low Earth orbit (LEO) operations and the … Read more
In a significant stride for planetary defense, NASA has awarded SpaceX a $100 million contract to launch the Near-Earth Object (NEO) Surveyor mission aboard a Falcon 9 rocket. Scheduled for no earlier than September 2027, this mission aims to enhance Earth’s protection against potential asteroid and comet threats. 🚀NASA has selected @SpaceX‘s Falcon 9 rocket … Read more
NASA, the world’s leading space agency, has revolutionized our understanding of the universe with its breathtaking high-resolution space photographs. From capturing distant galaxies to documenting the beauty of our solar system, NASA’s images offer a window into the vast cosmos. These high-quality photos, taken using advanced telescopes and space probes, have not only fueled scientific … Read more