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A super-Earth laboratory for finding life beyond our solar system
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
Three decades after the first exoplanet was discovered, astronomers have identified over 7,000 exoplanets in our galaxy. Yet, countless more await discovery. Researchers are now delving into the characteristics of these planets to uncover the possibility of extraterrestrial life. This pursuit has led to the discovery of super-Earth HD 20794 d, thanks to a collaboration involving the University o
Three decades after the first exoplanet was discovered, astronomers have identified over 7,000 exoplanets in our galaxy. Yet, countless more await discovery. Researchers are now delving into the characteristics of these planets to uncover the possibility of extraterrestrial life. This pursuit has led to the discovery of super-Earth HD 20794 d, thanks to a collaboration involving the University o
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Approaching the Red Planet from the Kitchen
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
Rootless cones, small volcanic landforms typically ranging from several meters to a few hundred meters in diameter, form through explosive interactions between surface lava and water bodies such as lakes and rivers. Unlike conventional volcanoes that arise from deep magma sources, rootless cones emerge when lava covers a water-containing layer, triggering bursts of steam and gas. These fea
Rootless cones, small volcanic landforms typically ranging from several meters to a few hundred meters in diameter, form through explosive interactions between surface lava and water bodies such as lakes and rivers. Unlike conventional volcanoes that arise from deep magma sources, rootless cones emerge when lava covers a water-containing layer, triggering bursts of steam and gas. These fea
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EdgeCortix SAKURA-I AI Accelerator Validated for Radiation Resilience in Space Missions
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
EdgeCortix Inc., a prominent fabless semiconductor company specializing in energy-efficient artificial intelligence (AI) processing at the edge, has announced that its SAKURA-I AI Accelerator has been proven suitable for space missions, including Earth orbit and lunar operations, due to its strong radiation resilience. The AI accelerator underwent rigorous testing by NASA's Electronic Part
EdgeCortix Inc., a prominent fabless semiconductor company specializing in energy-efficient artificial intelligence (AI) processing at the edge, has announced that its SAKURA-I AI Accelerator has been proven suitable for space missions, including Earth orbit and lunar operations, due to its strong radiation resilience. The AI accelerator underwent rigorous testing by NASA's Electronic Part
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Explaining persistent hydrogen in Mars atmosphere
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
The arid and cold landscape of modern Mars contrasts sharply with its past, when flowing rivers and lakes carved its surface billions of years ago. Researchers from Harvard have now proposed a compelling explanation for this ancient warmth and moisture, offering new insights into the planet's climate history. Scientists at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Scien
The arid and cold landscape of modern Mars contrasts sharply with its past, when flowing rivers and lakes carved its surface billions of years ago. Researchers from Harvard have now proposed a compelling explanation for this ancient warmth and moisture, offering new insights into the planet's climate history. Scientists at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Scien
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GITAI Successfully Completes Demonstration of Advanced 16U Satellite
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
GITAI USA Inc. (GITAI), a leader in space robotics, has announced the successful launch and mission completion of its in-house developed 16U satellite. The satellite was launched into low Earth orbit aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 on December 21, 2024, at 3:34 AM (PST). The mission met all three predefined success criteria, earning a "Full Success" designation for technical verification. GITAI a
GITAI USA Inc. (GITAI), a leader in space robotics, has announced the successful launch and mission completion of its in-house developed 16U satellite. The satellite was launched into low Earth orbit aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 on December 21, 2024, at 3:34 AM (PST). The mission met all three predefined success criteria, earning a "Full Success" designation for technical verification. GITAI a
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How to Operate NASA's Orion Spacecraft for Artemis II Mission
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
During NASA's Artemis II mission, the first crewed flight under the Artemis campaign, astronauts will manually operate the Orion spacecraft as part of their journey around the Moon and back. This mission is a critical test to validate the spacecraft's performance with a human crew onboard before future lunar landing missions. The first major test of manual control, called the proximity ope
During NASA's Artemis II mission, the first crewed flight under the Artemis campaign, astronauts will manually operate the Orion spacecraft as part of their journey around the Moon and back. This mission is a critical test to validate the spacecraft's performance with a human crew onboard before future lunar landing missions. The first major test of manual control, called the proximity ope
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Moon is more geologically active than previously believed
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
The moon's surface has long been a subject of study, offering clues about its geological and evolutionary history. Dark, flat regions known as lunar maria, which are filled with solidified lava, were thought to have formed through significant compression billions of years ago. Many researchers concluded that these regions have remained dormant ever since. However, a new study indicates that the
The moon's surface has long been a subject of study, offering clues about its geological and evolutionary history. Dark, flat regions known as lunar maria, which are filled with solidified lava, were thought to have formed through significant compression billions of years ago. Many researchers concluded that these regions have remained dormant ever since. However, a new study indicates that the
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NASA Juno Mission Discovers Record-Breaking Volcanic Activity on Io
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
NASA's Juno mission has uncovered an extraordinary volcanic feature on Io, Jupiter's highly active moon. This newly discovered hot spot, located in Io's southern hemisphere, surpasses Earth's Lake Superior in size and emits an astonishing energy output six times greater than all of Earth's power plants combined. The revelation, made possible by Juno's Jovian Infrared Auroral Mapper (JIRAM), high
NASA's Juno mission has uncovered an extraordinary volcanic feature on Io, Jupiter's highly active moon. This newly discovered hot spot, located in Io's southern hemisphere, surpasses Earth's Lake Superior in size and emits an astonishing energy output six times greater than all of Earth's power plants combined. The revelation, made possible by Juno's Jovian Infrared Auroral Mapper (JIRAM), high
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New insights into solar opacity through helioseismology
Paris, France (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
Helioseismology, the study of the Sun's acoustic oscillations, provides a powerful tool for probing the internal properties of our star with remarkable precision. By analyzing these sound waves, scientists can reconstruct critical parameters such as the Sun's density, temperature, and chemical composition. This transformative method enables researchers to explore the Sun's inner workings as an a
Helioseismology, the study of the Sun's acoustic oscillations, provides a powerful tool for probing the internal properties of our star with remarkable precision. By analyzing these sound waves, scientists can reconstruct critical parameters such as the Sun's density, temperature, and chemical composition. This transformative method enables researchers to explore the Sun's inner workings as an a
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Safran DSI achieves milestone with first US-built VISION satellite antenna
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
Safran Defense and Space, Inc. (DSI) has announced the successful production of its first U.S.-manufactured VISION 5.5-meter full-motion satellite tracking antenna. The advanced unit, designed for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) operations, was built at the company's Norcross, Georgia, facility, marking a significant step in U.S.-based manufacturing capabilities. Four additional units are slated for produ
Safran Defense and Space, Inc. (DSI) has announced the successful production of its first U.S.-manufactured VISION 5.5-meter full-motion satellite tracking antenna. The advanced unit, designed for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) operations, was built at the company's Norcross, Georgia, facility, marking a significant step in U.S.-based manufacturing capabilities. Four additional units are slated for produ
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Starlink connectivity enhances Oracle Enterprise Communications Platform
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
Oracle is leveraging Starlink's low Earth orbit satellite broadband network to deliver enhanced high-speed connectivity for its Enterprise Communications Platform (ECP). This collaboration empowers Oracle customers to seamlessly connect from virtually any location - including remote and underserved areas - while accessing features such as real-time video and audio streaming for industry applicat
Oracle is leveraging Starlink's low Earth orbit satellite broadband network to deliver enhanced high-speed connectivity for its Enterprise Communications Platform (ECP). This collaboration empowers Oracle customers to seamlessly connect from virtually any location - including remote and underserved areas - while accessing features such as real-time video and audio streaming for industry applicat
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SpaceX mission to return US astronauts to happen 'soon': Trump
Washington (AFP) Jan 29, 2025
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Elon Musk's company SpaceX will "soon" begin a mission to repatriate two American astronauts who have been stranded for months on the International Space Station. Veteran astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams arrived at the ISS in June aboard Boeing's Starliner, and were due to spend only eight days on the orbiting laboratory, but technical pr
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Elon Musk's company SpaceX will "soon" begin a mission to repatriate two American astronauts who have been stranded for months on the International Space Station. Veteran astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams arrived at the ISS in June aboard Boeing's Starliner, and were due to spend only eight days on the orbiting laboratory, but technical pr
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UK Government backs UK orbital launch with 20 million pound investment
London, UK (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
The UK Government has taken a significant step in bolstering the nation's space capabilities, investing GBP 20 million into spaceflight company Orbex as part of its Series D funding round. This marks the first time the government has taken an equity stake in a UK rocket launch provider. Announced by Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) Secretary Peter Kyle at the 17th E
The UK Government has taken a significant step in bolstering the nation's space capabilities, investing GBP 20 million into spaceflight company Orbex as part of its Series D funding round. This marks the first time the government has taken an equity stake in a UK rocket launch provider. Announced by Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) Secretary Peter Kyle at the 17th E
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Follow the water: Lunar exploration unveils ancient and cometary origins
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
As humanity eyes a future beyond Earth, sustaining life on the moon has emerged as a critical challenge. Essential resources such as oxygen, food, and water will be key to success. While scientists have confirmed the presence of water on the moon, identifying its precise locations and origins remains crucial for enabling long-term habitation. Researchers at the University of California San
As humanity eyes a future beyond Earth, sustaining life on the moon has emerged as a critical challenge. Essential resources such as oxygen, food, and water will be key to success. While scientists have confirmed the presence of water on the moon, identifying its precise locations and origins remains crucial for enabling long-term habitation. Researchers at the University of California San
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UMD astronomer prepares for NASA mission to study mysterious lunar domes
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 29, 2025
NASA has selected Firefly Aerospace to deliver the Lunar Vulkan Imaging and Spectroscopy Explorer (Lunar-VISE) payload to the enigmatic Gruithuisen Domes, located on the moon's surface. Spearheaded by the University of Central Florida (UCF) with support from partners such as the University of Maryland (UMD), this ambitious mission seeks to unravel the origins of the Domes and assess the moon's p
NASA has selected Firefly Aerospace to deliver the Lunar Vulkan Imaging and Spectroscopy Explorer (Lunar-VISE) payload to the enigmatic Gruithuisen Domes, located on the moon's surface. Spearheaded by the University of Central Florida (UCF) with support from partners such as the University of Maryland (UMD), this ambitious mission seeks to unravel the origins of the Domes and assess the moon's p
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Shenzhou XIX Crew Joins Tiangong Space Station for Crew Rotation
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Oct 31, 2024
The crew of China's Shenzhou 19 mission successfully docked with the Tiangong space station on Wednesday, commencing their tenure aboard the orbital outpost. Mission Commander Senior Colonel Cai Xuzhe, along with Lieutenant Colonels Song Lingdong and Wang Haoze, were warmly greeted by the Shenzhou 18 crew, initiating a five-day transition period before the current occupants return to Earth early next week.
The crew of China's Shenzhou 19 mission successfully docked with the Tiangong space station on Wednesday, commencing their tenure aboard the orbital outpost. Mission Commander Senior Colonel Cai Xuzhe, along with Lieutenant Colonels Song Lingdong and Wang Haoze, were warmly greeted by the Shenzhou 18 crew, initiating a five-day transition period before the current occupants return to Earth early next week.
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Solid-fuel ICBM? What we know about Kim Jong Un's arsenal
Seoul (AFP) Oct 31, 2024
North Korea said Thursday it had test-fired one of its newest and most powerful weapons to boost its nuclear deterrent, with Seoul warning it could be a solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile. AFP takes a look at what we know: What is a solid-fuel missile? Solid-fuel missiles are powered by a chemical mixture which is cast into the missile's airframe when it is built - like a
North Korea said Thursday it had test-fired one of its newest and most powerful weapons to boost its nuclear deterrent, with Seoul warning it could be a solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile. AFP takes a look at what we know: What is a solid-fuel missile? Solid-fuel missiles are powered by a chemical mixture which is cast into the missile's airframe when it is built - like a
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SpaceX liftoff is 201st mission to expand its Starlink constellation
Miami FL (UPI) Oct 31, 2024
SpaceX on Wednesday successfully launched a new batch of Starlink satellites into orbit after previously launching 200 similar missions. A Falcon 9 rocket fitted with 23 Starlink satellites launched into low-Earth orbit on time at approximately 5:10 p.m. ET from Space Launch Complex 40 at Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The space mission's live-stream began minutes prio
SpaceX on Wednesday successfully launched a new batch of Starlink satellites into orbit after previously launching 200 similar missions. A Falcon 9 rocket fitted with 23 Starlink satellites launched into low-Earth orbit on time at approximately 5:10 p.m. ET from Space Launch Complex 40 at Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The space mission's live-stream began minutes prio
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Illuminating ancient origins of 4BN year-old Asteroid Ryugu
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Oct 30, 2024
Researchers at the Advanced Photon Source (APS) recently participated in an international study of fragments from asteroid 162173 Ryugu, collected by a Japanese space mission. The APS, a light source facility operated by the Department of Energy, employed Mossbauer spectroscopy - a technique uniquely suited to studying small samples - on specks of dust from Ryugu. The results revealed that the a
Researchers at the Advanced Photon Source (APS) recently participated in an international study of fragments from asteroid 162173 Ryugu, collected by a Japanese space mission. The APS, a light source facility operated by the Department of Energy, employed Mossbauer spectroscopy - a technique uniquely suited to studying small samples - on specks of dust from Ryugu. The results revealed that the a
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NASA's Lunar Trailblazer will map and analyze moon water
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Oct 30, 2024
NASA's Lunar Trailblazer mission is poised to answer longstanding questions about the distribution and composition of water on the Moon. While scientists have long suspected the presence of lunar water, the details of where it resides, its forms, and its movement across the Moon's surface remain unknown. Launching next year, Lunar Trailblazer will circle the Moon to create a high-resolutio
NASA's Lunar Trailblazer mission is poised to answer longstanding questions about the distribution and composition of water on the Moon. While scientists have long suspected the presence of lunar water, the details of where it resides, its forms, and its movement across the Moon's surface remain unknown. Launching next year, Lunar Trailblazer will circle the Moon to create a high-resolutio
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