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The Moon’s Sideways Gamble: How a Tipped Lander Unlocked Future Opportunities

Athena, a lunar lander from Intuitive Machines, landed sideways on the moon on March 6, 2025, limiting its mission capabilities. Despite the setback, Athena transmitted valuable lunar images before losing power, showcasing human technological prowess. The Mobile Autonomous Prospecting Platform (MAPP) rover,

11 March 2025

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The Cosmic Puzzle: How Understanding Exoplanet Atmospheres Could Unlock Planetary Secrets

A groundbreaking collaboration among Michigan State University, Arizona State University, and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory aims to decode planet formation mysteries. The KRONOS initiative leverages the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and supercomputing to study the atmospheres of young exoplanets. Researchers examine

1 March 2025

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Breaking Barriers and Shooting for the Stars: Janet Petro’s Transformative Leadership at NASA

Janet Petro becomes NASA’s first female administrator, marking a transformative phase for the agency. Petro prioritizes sustainability with initiatives in eco-friendly rocket fuels and reusable spacecraft. Her vision includes the development of the Lunar Gateway as part of lunar and Martian exploration

1 March 2025

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Don’t Miss Tonight’s Celestial Show: Seven-Planet Alignment Lights Up the Night Sky

A rare planetary alignment of seven planets will occur on February 28th, 2025, visible along the ecliptic path in the evening sky. Venus, Mars, and Jupiter will be particularly striking, easily visible to the naked eye, while Uranus, Mercury, and Saturn require

1 March 2025

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China’s Featherweight Marvel: The Future of Mars Exploration Lies In a 300-gram Drone

China’s lightweight drone, developed by the Harbin Institute of Technology, offers groundbreaking versatility for exploring Mars, with both aerial and terrestrial navigation capabilities. The drone’s design incorporates contra-rotating rotors for stable flight in Mars’ thin atmosphere, allowing for extended exploration beyond traditional

1 March 2025

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The Secret Tech Aboard the X-37B! Unveiling the Orbital Future of Automation

The X-37B spaceplane operates without human intervention, utilizing artificial intelligence for autonomous missions. Its solar array power system allows longer missions and offers insights for sustainable energy use in space. The spaceplane’s rapid re-entry and landing capability contribute to cost efficiency and

1 March 2025

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A Celestial Ballet: Six Planets Light Up the Night Sky

A rare planetary alignment features Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, captivating both stargazers and newcomers. Mercury adds to the spectacle as it briefly appears on the horizon, enriching the cosmic crescent’s aesthetic. The planets, displaying a steady, unflickering glow, create

1 March 2025

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Catch the Celestial Parade: Don’t Miss this Rare Planetary Alignment

On February 28, 2025, a rare planetary alignment will feature seven planets visible from Earth. The optimal viewing time spans from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM local time, just after sunset. An unobstructed view away from city lights, such as national parks,

1 March 2025

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Explore the Cosmos: Dive into Space Journey Bangkok’s Astounding Artefacts

“Space Journey Bangkok” spans 2,000 square meters, showcasing over 600 space artifacts, including notable items from US and Soviet missions. The exhibition features iconic relics like the Mercury Friendship 7 and a real Moon rock, illustrating historic space milestones. Visitors can explore

1 March 2025

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The New Moon Race: A Trio of Private Landers Chart New Paths to Lunar Exploration

Three private lunar landers are exploring the moon, showcasing a surge in private space ventures. The Athena lander from Intuitive Machines carries NASA equipment to probe the moon’s south pole, targeting shadowed craters with potential water ice. Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost aims

1 March 2025

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NASA Aims for the Stars with Weekend Launch of SPHEREx and PUNCH

NASA is set to launch two missions, SPHEREx and PUNCH, on a SpaceX Falcon 9 this weekend. SPHEREx will explore cosmic origins, focusing on cosmic inflation and mapping the Milky Way’s icy compositions over a two-year mission. PUNCH consists of four satellites

1 March 2025