MOON SPACECRAFT
India has been very successful in space sector in last 20 yrs: Former NASA astronaut
NAS Over Mars and landing on the moon. He expressed excitement for India's upcoming manned space mission, with two astronauts set to be trained by NASA. Additionally, India is developing its own space station, the Bharatiya Antariksha Station, expected to be operational by 2035.
Elon Musk's SpaceX to launch Polaris Dawn. Astronauts to take first commercial spacewalk, go farther from Earth than any other mission
Elon Musk's SpaceX will launch the "Polaris Dawn" mission, which will take four persons 870 miles from Earth, the furthest distance in more than 50 years. In addition to testing in-orbit communications, the crew will carry out high-altitude exercises, the first-ever commercial spacewalk, and health-related research.
All about China's lunar probe that returned with samples collected from far side of the moon
China's latest lunar probe has brought back some amazing artefacts, including samples like a volcanic rock that may be nearly 2.5 million years old, suggest latest reports. Some soil samples have also been brought back by the Chang'e-6 lunar lander from the far side of the moon.
China's Chang'e-6 probe brings back first-ever samples from Moon's far side
The development came after India in August 2023 became the first country to land near the little-explored lunar South Pole region when its Chandrayaan-3's lander, carrying the Pragyaan rover, successfully landed there.
NASA yet again lets down Sunita Williams: Return of the Boeing Starliner crew further delayed
NASA has once again disappointed astronauts Barry 'Butch' Wilmore and Sunita Williams, currently stranded at the International Space Station (ISS), whose return to Earth has again been delayed until mid-August, according to latest reports. Amid NASA's moon landing missions like Artemis 2, it also needs to securely bring their astronauts home, and that too, without much delay.
NASA's Earth telescope captures miraculous photo of Jupiter's Monn Io, watch giant lava lake of its volcano
Pictures of outer space and unexplored lands are always very special and if it is taken under challenging conditions and the outcome is phenomenal, there are simply no words to explain the feeling. Such is the case with a recent photograph of Jupiter's moon captured by a telescope on Earth.
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SpaceX's mega rocket completes its fourth test flight from Texas without exploding
SpaceX's mega Starship rocket completed its first full test flight from Texas to the Indian Ocean without exploding, marking a milestone for future missions.
China's spacecraft takes off from far side of Moon to bring home first samples
China's Chang'e-6 probe on Tuesday lifted off from the far side of the Moon for its journey back to Earth carrying the first rock samples ever collected from the rarely explored terrain, in an ambitious mission that underscored the country's rise as a major space power. The ascender has entered a pre-set orbit around the Moon after taking off from the far side this morning, the China National Space Administration (CNSA) announced.
NASA mission reveals asteroid's unusual double moon, scientists baffled
NASA sScientists suggest that the Dinkinesh asteroid fractured, causing pieces to separate and form a disk of material. And some of this material then fell back to the surface. Scientists believe that part of this disk material coalesced into the moon Selam, which consists of two touching objects but the specific process behind the formation of this unusual moon remains unclear.
China makes historic landing on far side of the moon
China landed the Chang'e-6 craft on the far side of the moon to retrieve rocks and soil, elevating its space power status in a global rush for lunar minerals.
Japan billionaire Maezawa cancels moon trip due to uncertainty over SpaceX rocket development
The tycoon in 2018 launched plans for the lunar flyby voyage. He bought seats for eight traveling companions in 2022 for what would be his second space journey after his 12-day trip to the International Space Station on a Russian Soyuz spacecraft in 2021.
Do aliens exist? NASA to send missions to investigate life in outer space
NASA will send spacecraft, rover and helicopter-style robotic rotorcraft to outer space to investigate the possibility of an alien life. Here are the details.
China's new Moon mission is about to launch, and it's a rare example of countries working together
China's Chang'e 6 mission, with international collaboration and advanced research goals, signifies a significant leap in lunar exploration, emphasizing the importance of shared scientific endeavors in a geopolitically complex world.
China set to launch high-stakes mission to moon's 'hidden' side
China is set to launch a robotic spacecraft, Chang'e-6, in the coming days to collect soil and rocks from the moon's far side. This marks the first of three technically demanding missions to pave the way for an inaugural Chinese crewed landing and a base on the lunar south pole. Since the first Chang'e mission in 2007, China has made significant strides in lunar exploration, narrowing the technological gap with the United States and Russia.
From space to soil: What are Moon Trees? NASA finds new homes for them
NASA meticulously selected organizations nationwide to receive 'Moon Tree' seedlings from the Artemis I mission. These seedlings, having circled the Moon, will now be planted in various communities. The selection criteria focused on the ability of institutions to care for diverse tree species and enhance educational opportunities. The concept of Moon trees originated from seeds flown aboard Apollo 14 in 1971, championed by Edward P. Cliff and astronaut Stuart Roosa.
China to send three astronauts to Tiangong space station, part of its ambitious program
China's space agency preps Shenzhou-18 crew for low-Earth orbit mission on Thursday with plans to reach the moon by 2030. Crew will conduct scientific tests, install equipment, and promote science education.
Excuse me, is it past noon on the moon?
So, while Indians were en masse celebrating midnight mass, in the country that finally left India to itself, the summer time would have been 6.30 p.m. So, all of us are aware of various time zones. But what about the time difference between Moon and Earth, never mind Moon and, say, Central European Time (CET)?
First US moon lander in half a century stops working a week after tipping over at touchdown
The first U.S. spacecraft since the Apollo astronauts, Intuitive Machines' Odysseus, tipped over near the lunar south pole but lasted longer than expected. Houston-based Intuitive Machines hopes to hear from Odysseus again after a long nap.
Private US moon lander still working after breaking leg and falling, but not for long
The Odysseus mission, the first private U.S. spacecraft to land on the moon, faced challenges such as a broken leg, limited power, and communication issues. Despite these setbacks, it is considered a success by NASA and marks a significant milestone in commercial lunar deliveries.
Odysseus moon lander still operational, in final hours before battery dies
Odysseus, the first U.S. spacecraft to land on the moon since 1972, nears the end of its lunar mission, with its battery in its final hours. Despite a challenging landing that left it tilted and hindered communication, the spacecraft has transmitted valuable science data and imagery. An 11th-hour navigational glitch led to the unconventional landing, but human error was identified as a contributing factor. Intuitive Machines, the Texas-based company behind Odysseus, expects the spacecraft to go dark soon, cutting short its planned mission.
Private US spacecraft topples to its side during lunar landing, some antennas covered up, the company says
A private U.S. lunar lander, Odysseus, tipped over during touchdown near the moon's south pole, ending up on its side and hampering communications. Despite the mishap, the lander, sponsored by NASA, is thought to be within a few miles of its intended landing site. NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter will attempt to locate it. This marks the first private moon landing, with NASA experiments onboard. The lander's mission is expected to last about a week on the moon.
Commercial spaceship lands on moon, making it first lunar landing for US in 50 years
Intuitive Machines' Odysseus spacecraft, led by Stephen Altemus, successfully landed on the moon, a triumph of American ingenuity with NASA's support. The mission opens new avenues for scientific exploration in the lunar south polar region, symbolizing humanity's curiosity in space.
Private US moon lander launched half century after last Apollo lunar mission
Intuitive Machines' Nova-C lander, Odysseus, launched to conduct the first U.S. lunar touchdown in 50 years. China aims for crewed lunar landing by 2030. Successful soft landings on the moon have been achieved by the U.S., Soviet Union, China, and Japan.
Japan's precision moon lander has hit its target, but it appears to be upside-down
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency has annoounced that it has achieved an unprecedented "pinpoint" moon landing within 100 metres (328 feet) of target. Space agency of Japan said it received all data about the Smart Lander for SLIM landing in the 2 hours and 37 minutes after the touchdown and before the probe lost power.
Japan becomes the fifth country to land a spacecraft on the moon
Japan's spacecraft, SLIM, successfully landed on the moon's surface. It is the fifth country to achieve this feat. JAXA confirmed that the landing was successful, and more details will be provided at a news conference. SLIM's mission is to test new landing technology and seek clues about the origin of the moon. The spacecraft will analyze minerals near the Shioli crater. This achievement raises Japan's profile in the global space technology race.
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