NASA
Leading the Way Back to the Moon
The centerpiece of NASA's Vision for Space Exploration is the new spacecraft that will carry astronauts to the moon, Mars…
NASA Ames Leads New Robotic Moon Missions
NASA has announced that its Ames Research Center will manage the agency's new Robotic Lunar Exploration Program. Before humans set…
No Winner at the Elevator Competition
Eleven teams competed in two competitions over the weekend to test technologies for space elevators: beam-powered climbers and new ribbon…
Robot Plane Can Find Thermals to Stay Aloft
NASA engineers tested out a prototype unmanned sailplane this week at the Dryden Flight Research Center in California. This robotic…
New Details About Return to the Moon
NASA has unveiled more details about its upcoming series of missions to return humans to the Moon as early as…
Can You Make a Better Glove?
NASA and Volanz Aerospace have announced the next Centennial Challenge prize: to build a better set of gloves for astronauts.…
Podcast: NASA Tests a Solar Sail
Imagine a solar powered sail that could propel a space craft through the vacuum of space like a wind that…
Michael Griffin Takes the Helm at NASA
Michael Griffin addressed NASA employees on Thursday, when he became the 11th Administrator for the space agency. In his address,…
Dr. Mike Griffin Chosen to Lead NASA
The US White House has announced the Dr. Mike Griffin will pick up the reins at NASA, filling the vacancy…
NASA 2006 Budget Released
The US White House released its 2006 budget today, which included $16.45 billion US for NASA. This is a 2.5%…