Introduction Space travel, once the domain of national space agencies, has entered a new era with the launch of Axiom Mission 3 (Ax-3) by SpaceX. As the trusty Falcon 9 rocket propels the first all-European commercial astronaut mission towards the International Space Station (ISS), the world watches a significant moment in private spaceflight unfold. This […]
Introduction NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (Webb) has been instrumental in unraveling the mysteries of the universe, providing us with groundbreaking observations and insights. In its relentless pursuit of knowledge, Webb has recently made a remarkable discovery in the Beta Pictoris System—a dusty ‘Cat’s Tail’ that has captivated the scientific community. This article delves into […]
Introduction: The Peregrine Mission One – Exploring New Frontiers The Peregrine Mission One (PM1), developed under NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services program, represents a significant milestone in space exploration. It epitomizes humanity’s insatiable quest for knowledge and embodies the spirit of cosmic adventure, as it ventures into uncharted territories of space. It symbolizes our quest […]
The Einstein Probe, a cutting-edge space observatory, is set to embark on a groundbreaking mission that promises to unravel the mysteries of extreme black holes and star explosions. Central to this mission is the remarkable Lobster Eye technology, a revolutionary X-ray imaging system that enables the probe to capture high-resolution images of celestial phenomena. In […]
Introduction: A Historic Beginning to 2024 The year 2024 commenced on an exhilarating note for the space industry, echoing the momentum of 2023. The launch of the Ovzon-3 satellite, the first privately-funded Swedish satellite, aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, on January 3, 2024, marked a significant leap in space technology and global communication. This event, […]
A New Era in Space Exploration and Defense The United States military’s recent launch of the X-37B robotic spaceplane from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida signals a significant step forward in space exploration and defense capabilities. This seventh mission of the X-37B is historically notable as it is the first to be launched using […]
As we launch into 2024, the stellar accomplishments of the previous year still glimmer in our collective memory. Recall the daring of NASA’s OSIRIS-REx, which gracefully pirouetted with an asteroid, returning with celestial treasures? Or India’s Chandrayaan-3, which shed light on the enigmatic lunar south pole? These feats were just the beginning. The space missions […]
Introduction In an unprecedented breakthrough that is rewriting textbooks and reshaping our understanding of exoplanetary atmospheres, the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has discovered the presence of quartz crystals in the atmosphere of the distant exoplanet WASP-17b. Far from being an arbitrary discovery, the identification of these crystals changes our entire comprehension of cloud composition […]
The cosmos is a treasure trove of celestial objects, each with its own unique story and significance. Among these cosmic wonders, “433 Eros”, a near-Earth asteroid, stands out as an intriguing and enigmatic celestial body. This small, rocky world has captivated the imagination of astronomers and space enthusiasts alike, offering valuable insights into the history […]
Introduction Psyche 16 is an asteroid that has captured the imagination of scientists, researchers, and space enthusiasts alike. Discovered in 1852 by Italian astronomer Annibale de Gasparis, Psyche 16 has been the subject of much speculation and curiosity. This celestial object is unique among asteroids because it is made almost entirely of metal—specifically, iron and […]