Space Science in 2026: New lunar explorers, Mars missions, and space telescopes
Space Science in 2026: New…
‘Uncontrolled experiment:’ Study links harmful atmospheric metals to spacecraft reentry
GOLDEN, CO — The surge in megasatellite constellations is creating problems beyond amplifying the Earth-circling space debris, according to…
Lux Aeterna nets US government partnerships for reusable satellite technology
TAMPA, Fla. — Lux Aeterna is attracting growing interest from across the U.S. government for heat shield technology designed to make…
Ground truth: Why the lunar program needs its Earthbound network
As the world prepares to return to the moon, much of the attention remains fixed on the visible frontier: the rockets, landers and orbital…
Firefly identifies cause of Alpha booster test failure
WASHINGTON — Firefly Aerospace says contamination in a fluid line caused the loss of an Alpha first stage being tested for an upcoming launch,…
Airspace closure suggests China is preparing for a Shenzhou landing after debris impact scare
HELSINKI — China appears to be preparing for reentry and landing of a spacecraft, issuing an airspace closure notice days after a suspected…
French startup U-Space raises $24 million for smallsat manufacting
SAN FRANCISCO – French startup U-Space has raised €24 million ($27.8 million) to expand its role in the small satellite constellation market.…
The case for a southern launch corridor: Yuma’s role in the future of spaceflight
The dream of accessible space travel is inching closer to reality. As private companies push the boundaries of space tourism and orbital…
European companies to fly commercial microgravity mission in 2026
WASHINGTON — Two European companies will cooperate on a mission launching next year to demonstrate microgravity research and manufacturing…