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  Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 18, 2024 Following a comprehensive internal review, NASA announced Wednesday its intent to discontinue development of its VIPER (Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover) project. NASA cited rising costs, delays in the launch schedule, and the risks of further cost growth as reasons for halting the mission. The rover was initially set to launch in late 2023, but in 2022, NASA requested a delay to late 2024 to allow more time for preflight testing of the Astrobotic lander. Subsequent schedule a ... read more |
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Food aromas study sheds light on taste issues in spaceSydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 17, 2024 Scientists from RMIT University have conducted a pioneering study on food aromas, potentially explaining why astronauts often find their meals tasteless in space, leading to inadequate nutritional i ... more 
Lunar Navigation Enhanced with GNSS for Earth-Moon SpacecraftSydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 18, 2024 A new study has advanced the navigation of spacecraft between Earth and the Moon using the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS). By utilizing an adaptive Kalman filter, the research addresses i ... more  
NASA Ships SLS Core Stage to Florida for Artemis IILos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 18, 2024 NASA has transported the core stage of its Space Launch System (SLS) rocket from New Orleans to Florida, marking a significant milestone in preparation for the Artemis II mission, the agency's first ... more  
AI enhancements drive Mars rover discoveriesLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 17, 2024 Artificial intelligence is transforming how scientists analyze rock samples collected by the Perseverance rover on Mars. For nearly three years, Perseverance has been utilizing AI to autonomou ... more |
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University of Freiburg Launches Major Initiative in Earth and Planetary GeodynamicsBerlin, Germany (SPX) Jul 18, 2024 The University of Freiburg has announced the establishment of a new tenure track professorship in Earth and Planetary Geodynamics within the Faculty of Environment and Natural Resources. This develo ... more |
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Axelspace Unveils AxelLiner Laboratory for In-orbit Space Component DemonstrationsTokyo, Japan (SPX) Jul 18, 2024 Axelspace Corporation has introduced AxelLiner Laboratory (AL Lab), an expansion of its AxelLiner service initiated in 2022. AL Lab is designed for the in-orbit demonstration of space components, wi ... more  
Blackline Unveils AlertLink for Enhanced Safety and Emergency ResponseLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 18, 2024 Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN), a global leader in connected safety technology, has introduced the new AlertLink feature for its acclaimed EXO and G7 devices. AlertLink provides proximity-b ... more 
Ramon.Space expands to UK to boost space computing developmentLondon, UK (SPX) Jul 17, 2024 Ramon.Space, a leader in space-resilient computing infrastructure, has announced the opening of its new subsidiary, Ramon.Space UK. This move marks the company's first office in Europe, underscoring ... more 
Soracom Launches Global Preview of Skylo IntegrationLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 18, 2024 Soracom, Inc., a leader in advanced Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity, has announced the progression of its integration with Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) service operator Skylo from Private Bet ... more |
 Teledyne e2v qualifies Space-Ready 8 GB DDR4 memory chip  
Planet Labs Secures Pilot Contract for AI-Enhanced Satellite DataLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 16, 2024 Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL), a top provider of daily Earth data and insights, announced a seven-figure pilot contract with an international defense ministry for its PlanetScope data, now enhanced wit ... more |
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HyPrSpace tests hybrid rocket engine at DGA Missile SiteParis, France (SPX) Jul 17, 2024 HyPrSpace, a pioneering startup in hybrid propulsion technology, has completed the first bench test of its hybrid rocket engine at the DGA Missile Tests site in Saint-Medard-en-Jalles (Gironde). Thi ... more 
Astrobotic's VOLT rover passes key Lunar surface testsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 17, 2024 Astrobotic has advanced its efforts to create a lunar power grid by beginning a summer-long test campaign for its VSAT Optimized for Lunar Traverse (VOLT). The VOLT rover, designed to traverse the M ... more  
New analysis of Cassini data yields insights into Titan's seasIthica NY (SPX) Jul 17, 2024 A new study of radar experiment data from the Cassini-Huygens mission to Saturn has yielded fresh insights related to the makeup and activity of the liquid hydrocarbon seas near the north pole of Ti ... more  
Sun-like stars found orbiting hidden companionsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 17, 2024 Most stars in our universe come in pairs. While our own Sun is a loner, many stars like our Sun orbit similar stars, while a host of other exotic pairings between stars and cosmic orbs pepper the un ... more |
 
Scientists Advocate Major Study on Geoengineering for GlaciersLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 15, 2024 A group of scientists has published a significant report on glacial geoengineering-an emerging field exploring whether technology could halt the melting of glaciers and ice sheets due to climate cha ... more  
Hydrogen-Powered Flight Nears Reality with New Technological AdvancementsBerlin, Germany (SPX) Jul 15, 2024 The potential for hydrogen-powered flights opens up significant opportunities for fossil-free travel, with rapid technological advancements propelling this vision forward. Recent research from Chalm ... more  
No New Physics Found in Higgs Boson Properties StudyBerlin, Germany (SPX) Jul 12, 2024 The Higgs boson, discovered over a decade ago in the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) detectors, remains elusive, with its properties still not fully understood. Recent progress comes from a collaboratio ... more  
Spin Centers Propel Quantum Computing ForwardLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 15, 2024 Quantum computing, harnessing the principles of quantum mechanics, is set to revolutionize fields such as medicine and machine learning by tackling problems too complex for classical computers. Quan ... more |
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Tachyons Redefine Theoretical Boundaries in Modern PhysicsBerlin, Germany (SPX) Jul 15, 2024 Tachyons are hypothetical particles that exceed the speed of light. Often considered the "enfant terrible" of modern physics, these superluminal particles were previously thought to be incompatible ... more 
Three-Dimensional Acoustic Quantum Hall Effect Demonstrated in New StudySydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 15, 2024 The quantum Hall effect (QHE) stands as a significant milestone in condensed matter physics, paving the way for advancements in topological physics. Extending QHE into three dimensions, however, pre ... more  
XFEL Achieves Breakthrough in Measuring Matter Under Extreme ConditionsBerlin, Germany (SPX) Jul 12, 2024 Researchers at European XFEL have developed a new method to analyze warm dense matter with remarkable precision. This state of matter, which exists between condensed matter and plasma physics, can b ... more 
Musk to move companies out of California over transgender lawSan Francisco (AFP) July 16, 2024 Elon Musk on Tuesday said he will move the headquarters of SpaceX and X to Texas after a California law blocked schools from forcing teachers to notify parents about changes to a student's gender identity. ... more |
Existence of Lunar Lava Tube Confirmed by International ScientistsParis, France (SPX) Jul 16, 2024 A team of international scientists, led by the University of Trento, Italy, has made a major discovery about the Moon. For the first time, they have confirmed the existence of a tunnel in the lunar ... more 
Innovative Stochastic Model Revolutionizes Interplanetary Supply Chain PlanningSydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 16, 2024 The Beijing Institute of Technology has unveiled a groundbreaking study that seeks to reshape how we plan and manage supply chains between Earth and Mars. Using a Multi-Stage Stochastic Programming ... more 
Juice's Historic Lunar-Earth Flyby: Key DetailsSydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 16, 2024 Juice is set to achieve a remarkable milestone with its unprecedented lunar-Earth flyby, the first of its kind. This double gravity assist maneuver is critical for adjusting the spacecraft's traject ... more 
NASA events commemorate 55th anniversary of Apollo 11 moon landingWashington DC (UPI) Jul 15, 2024 NASA is recognizing the 55th anniversary of the Apollo moon landing this month with a variety of events and engagements that started on Monday. ... more |
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Newly discovered moon cave could house future lunar explorers, researchers sayWashington DC (UPI) Jul 15, 2024 New findings published Monday suggest a recently discovered cave on the moon could be a good place for future explorers to find shelter from outside elements in a possible base location, according to Italian researchers. ... more 
Dark Matter and Dark Energy Duel Over Universe's EvolutionBerlin, Germany (SPX) Jul 16, 2024 The universe, at 13.8 billion years old, has evolved from tiny initial asymmetries into vast structures visible through telescopes: galaxies, galaxy clusters, and larger formations. This evolution i ... more 
NASA's Webb Explores Atmospheric Differences on Exoplanet WASP-39 bParis, France (SPX) Jul 16, 2024 Researchers using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope have confirmed atmospheric differences between the perpetual morning and evening sides of the exoplanet WASP-39 b. This gas giant, with a diameter ... more 
Scorching Storms Unveiled on Nearby Brown DwarfsLondon, UK (SPX) Jul 16, 2024 Astronomers have produced the most comprehensive weather report yet for two distant brown dwarfs, showcasing extreme atmospheric conditions. This groundbreaking international study reveals tha ... more |
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