The PACE Satellite is a highly anticipated NASA mission scheduled for launch aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The launch is targeted for no earlier than 1:33 a.m. EST on February 6, 2024, from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. This mission is significant as it aims to advance […]
In the burgeoning arena of commercial space exploration, Sierra Space has emerged as a pivotal player, demonstrating remarkable progress and innovation in 2024. This article delves into the company’s latest achievements, including the Dream Chaser spaceplane, advancements in space station technology, and a significant contract with the Space Development Agency, highlighting Sierra Space’s commitment to […]
Introduction The realm of space exploration and satellite technology recently witnessed a monumental event, a ‘space rescue’ operation that captured the attention of the world. The California Institute of Technology’s Space Solar Power Demonstrator (SSPD-1) satellite, particularly its module, the Deployable On-Orbit Ultralight Composite Experiment (DOLCE), faced a critical challenge post-launch. This incident underscores the […]
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, […]
The Crab Nebula, located in the Taurus constellation, is renowned as one of the most extensively studied celestial objects in the night sky. This extensive article will explore its discovery, characteristics, scientific significance, and cultural impact, in the field of astronomy. Discovery and Historical Background The Crab Nebula, known scientifically as Messier 1 (M1), was […]
In recent years, the concept of the Starlink Satellite Train has been at the forefront of conversations about global internet connectivity. This innovative project, spearheaded by SpaceX, Elon Musk’s private aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company, aims to provide high-speed, low-latency internet coverage across the globe. As of my last update in January 2022, over […]
Roscosmos Spacewalk Mark your calendars for Thursday, June 22, as NASA gears up to provide an exciting live broadcast of a spacewalk performed by two Roscosmos cosmonauts outside the International Space Station. In order to move stuff from the Rassvet segment to the new Nauka multifunctional research module, two Roscosmos cosmonauts will perform an array […]
Proba-3 is made up of two satellites that launched together into orbit for a single mission. What will Proba-3 Flyers Observe? The pair will fly in precise formation relative to one another to cast a sustained shadow. This shadow will be from the disk-faced ‘Occulter spacecraft to the ‘Coronagraph spacecraft. Due to this, it will […]
News: The Vulcan Centaur launch schedule proceeded with the necessary test. The next-generation Vulcan Centaur rocket from United Launch Alliance (ULA) recently made a significant advancement toward its initial launch. If you are wondering what is the Vulcan Centaur’s launch date, then it is recently launched on the evening of June 7. As we all know […]
In order to detect any sort of small features of the solar wind, NASA’s Parker Solar probe has flown near enough to our sun. And revealed about its origin that is “coronal holes” in the sun’s atmosphere. “A Blessing in a Disguise”? How is it Possible? Scientists may now be able to better forecast solar […]