Solar Orbiter and Parker solar probe are two programs by NASA intended to analyze the atmospheric situations at the Sun. What were the objectives of the Parker solar probe? NASA launched the Parker Solar Probe on its quest, along with the ESA solar orbiter, to investigate the Sun within close vicinity. The moniker Parker Solar […]
When did the satellite fall apart? On January 3, the spacecraft fell apart creating a cloud of debris that could linger in Earth’s orbit. The U.S. Space Force’s 18th Space Defense Squadron (18th SDS) says that Kosmos 2499 says that the spacecraft brakes on the night of January 3. According to the U.S. Space Force, […]
On August 21, Roscosmos which is Russia’s space agency, estimated the impact location of Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter. On August 22, the LRO Camera and Mission Operations teams sent commands to the LRO spacecraft to capture images of the site. They started this sequence at 2:15 p.m. EDT on August 24 and finished around 6:12 p.m. […]
Orbital spaceflight occupies a fascinating intersection between technology, science, and the very ambitions that propel humanity forward. Not merely a mechanical endeavor, it stands as an intellectual expedition and a societal landmark, deeply influencing how we comprehend the cosmos and our role in it. As we move deeper into the 21st century, the nuanced facets […]
Planets in binary star systems face a difficult situation. The gravitational pulls of two separate stars have been overcome by them. Planet formation around a single star, such as our Sun, is simpler than circumbinary planet formation. Until recently, astronomers were unsure they existed. Astronomers rarely come across binary stars that have planets orbiting them. […]
Which planets is gas? Gas planets, also known as gas giants, have long intrigued astronomers and space enthusiasts alike. These colossal celestial bodies, predominantly composed of hydrogen and helium, play a crucial role in the cosmic ballet of planetary systems. Recent advancements in astronomical research and technology, including contributions from the James Webb Space Telescope […]
IRAS 2A: A Cosmic Laboratory Unraveling the Secrets of Star and Planet Formation In the vast expanses of the universe, nestled within the constellation of Perseus, lies a young protostar known as IRAS 2A. This celestial body has recently come into the limelight thanks to the groundbreaking observations made by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope […]
Icy Asteroids: Unlocking the Secrets of Our Solar System For decades, asteroids have been relegated to the realm of science fiction as the menacing space rocks hurtling towards Earth. However, recent discoveries are revealing a far more intriguing reality. Icy asteroids, lurking in the fringes of our solar system, are emerging as time capsules holding […]
Space One Rocket: Japan’s Rising Star The dream of a private Japanese space industry took a significant leap forward with the introduction of Space One and its dedicated launch vehicle, the Kairos rocket. Aiming to revolutionize satellite launches with lower costs and higher frequencies, Space One captured the imagination of space enthusiasts worldwide. However, their […]
Introduction: A New Era in Spaceflight The human desire to explore the cosmos continues to propel innovation. Boeing Starliner, a partially reusable spacecraft, stands as a testament to this ongoing pursuit. Designed to ferry astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) and other low-Earth orbit destinations, Starliner represents a significant milestone in American travel space. […]