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It's Time for Sustainable Development Goal for SpaceIt's Time for Sustainable Development Goal for Space

It's Time for Sustainable Development Goal for Space

In 2015, the United Nations adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development—the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—a universal call to action…

1 month ago
Space Force’s X-37B will Perform “Never Before-Seen Maneuvers” in OrbitSpace Force’s X-37B will Perform “Never Before-Seen Maneuvers” in Orbit

Space Force’s X-37B will Perform “Never Before-Seen Maneuvers” in Orbit

The X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle (OTV) has been shrouded in mystery since its maiden flight in 2011. Designed by Boeing…

4 months ago
Watch a House-Sized Space Habitat (Intentionally) BurstWatch a House-Sized Space Habitat (Intentionally) Burst

Watch a House-Sized Space Habitat (Intentionally) Burst

We live in an age of renewed space exploration, colloquially known as Space Age 2.0. Unlike the previous one, this…

1 year ago
The Future Could Bring Pinpoint Deliveries From OrbitThe Future Could Bring Pinpoint Deliveries From Orbit

The Future Could Bring Pinpoint Deliveries From Orbit

SpaceWorks, an Atlanta-based commercial space company, is working on reentry capsules that will allow for orbital delivery services.

3 years ago
A Solution to Space Junk: Satellites Made of Mushrooms?A Solution to Space Junk: Satellites Made of Mushrooms?

A Solution to Space Junk: Satellites Made of Mushrooms?

According "cyber farmer" Max Justice, a solution to the growing problem of space junk and toxic chemicals could come in…

4 years ago
A Steampunk Engine to Solve Your Satellite Woes!A Steampunk Engine to Solve Your Satellite Woes!

A Steampunk Engine to Solve Your Satellite Woes!

NASA contractor Howe Industries just presented their design for a "steampunk" engine that could allow satellites to maneuver, without the…

4 years ago
First Laser Space Debris Detection Made… in DaylightFirst Laser Space Debris Detection Made… in Daylight

First Laser Space Debris Detection Made… in Daylight

A new technique may prove to be a powerful tool in the battle to mitigate space debris.

5 years ago
A Television Satellite Might be About to ExplodeA Television Satellite Might be About to Explode

A Television Satellite Might be About to Explode

A DirecTV satellite suffered a battery failure and now has to be de-orbited. Otherwise, it could cause a collision and…

5 years ago
Using Balloons to Launch RocketsUsing Balloons to Launch Rockets

Using Balloons to Launch Rockets

LEO Aerospace is developing a "Rockoon" system that will provide commercial launch services for microsatellites, as well as a platforms…

5 years ago
Astronomers Get Ready, Another Artificial Star to Ruin Your Data is Coming. Artist is Planning to Launch a Giant, Unfolding Structure That’ll be Bright in the Sky For a Few MonthsAstronomers Get Ready, Another Artificial Star to Ruin Your Data is Coming. Artist is Planning to Launch a Giant, Unfolding Structure That’ll be Bright in the Sky For a Few Months

Astronomers Get Ready, Another Artificial Star to Ruin Your Data is Coming. Artist is Planning to Launch a Giant, Unfolding Structure That’ll be Bright in the Sky For a Few Months

In collaboration with the Nevada Museum of Art and some private aerospace companies, artists Trevor Paglen plans to launch the…

6 years ago