Tag: space technology
Astronomers Raise Concerns Over Massive Orbital Satellite Projects
Astronomers warn that plans for thousands of satellites and orbital mirrors threaten the future of space observation.
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China Selects Asteroid Target for Planned Kinetic Impact Mission
China has chosen an asteroid for a kinetic impact mission aimed at planetary defense, aiming to strike it around 2029 following a launch in late 2027.
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NASA Loses Contact with Mars Orbiter MAVEN but Continues Efforts to Reestablish Link
NASA lost communication with the MAVEN Mars orbiter in December 2025 but remains hopeful about restoring contact despite challenges.
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Blue Origin Proposes Massive Orbital Data Center Network Competing with SpaceX
Blue Origin has filed with the FCC to launch a constellation of up to 51,600 satellites for orbital data centers aimed at AI computing.
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NASA’s Perseverance Rover Discovers Hidden Ancient River Delta Beneath Mars Surface
NASA’s Perseverance rover has identified a previously unknown ancient river delta buried beneath Mars’ surface, revealing new insights into the planet’s watery past.
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NASA Completes Final Preparations for Artemis II Lunar Mission
NASA finalizes preparations for Artemis II, the first crewed lunar flyby in over 50 years, as launch approaches in two weeks.
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Elon Musk Reshapes xAI with Leadership Departures Amid Competitive Pressures
Following internal challenges and competitive setbacks, Elon Musk initiates leadership changes at xAI, including the exit of two co-founders.
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Elon Musk Announces Plans for Massive AI Chip Factory Launch Next Week
Elon Musk plans to start a large-scale AI chip manufacturing project within a week, supporting future space-based data centers.
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China Advances Construction of Spacecraft for Mars Sample Return Mission
China progresses in building spacecraft for its Tianwen-3 mission, focusing on Mars sample collection and return technologies.
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NASA Clears Artemis II for Launch, Marking a New Step Toward Lunar Return
NASA approves Artemis II mission for flight, setting the stage for the first crewed lunar journey since Apollo.
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Firefly Aerospace Achieves Successful Alpha Rocket Launch After Previous Setbacks
Firefly Aerospace successfully launched its Alpha rocket from Vandenberg, marking a milestone following earlier launch failures.
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China Sets Ambitious Goal to Land Taikonauts in Moon’s Rimae Bode Region by 2030
China plans a crewed lunar mission targeting the geologically rich Rimae Bode region, with testing underway for a 2030 touchdown.
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