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The Space Force is set to create a network of operations centers aimed at maintaining military space mission continuity during potential wartime scenarios.
Observable Space has successfully raised $90 million and obtained a contract from the U.S. Space Force, focusing on optical systems for laser communications and space domain awareness.
In a recent audio excerpt, NASA aerospace engineer Daniel Stubbs highlights potential challenges faced in human landing missions, drawing parallels to driving through obscured visibility.
A recent experiment conducted by the University of Delaware aboard the International Space Station sheds light on turbulence behavior in microgravity, enhancing our understanding of fluid dynamics.
The Curiosity rover has successfully collected a new drill sample on Mars, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing mission to explore the planet's geology.
Kenny Heckle, an Orlando native and son of union workers, transitions from contractor to civil servant at NASA, highlighting his lifelong connection to space exploration.
Brig. Gen. Andrew R. Morgan has retired from NASA after a notable 12-year tenure, during which he spent 272 days in space. He will now return to focus on his military career.
The House Armed Services Committee's draft bill for the 2027 NDAA suggests merging the Space Development Agency and the Space Rapid Capabilities Office into a unified acquisition structure.
In a recent briefing, NASA provided updates on its Lunar Base program, including the announcement of new contracts for the development of lunar vehicles.
As humanity prepares for Mars exploration, questions arise about what lies beyond. Is Mars merely a steppingstone to further destinations like Titan? This editorial examines the possibilities.
At SmallSat Europe, industry leaders voiced worries that the EU Space Act may impede the European space sector's competitiveness due to its bureaucratic nature.
SpaceX has been awarded a significant contract valued at $2.29 billion by the U.S. Space Force to develop the Space Data Network backbone.
On May 26, 2026, NASA revealed its initial selection of four companies tasked with creating landers and drones as part of its lunar base initiative.
NASA has outlined its strategy to establish a permanent lunar base by 2030, following directives from President Trump. This initiative includes deploying drones and rovers to the Moon.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft has successfully utilized a close flyby of Mars to gain speed on its mission to explore a metal-rich asteroid, increasing its velocity by approximately 1,000 mph.
Exolaunch and SEOPS have acquired Falcon 9 launches from SpaceX to cater to the rising demand for dedicated rideshare missions, highlighting their roles in the space industry.
As the lead for extravehicular activities in the Artemis program, Jaclyn Kagey is essential for ensuring astronaut safety during lunar explorations.
SpaceX's proposal to develop a backup internet infrastructure raises questions about its potential impact on global connectivity and resilience.
A new material tested at NASA's Glenn Research Center could potentially enable astronauts to utilize lunar resources more effectively, supporting lighter packing for missions.
The successful docking of China's Shenzhou-23 spacecraft with a space station signifies progress in the nation's goal to send humans to the moon by 2030.