111 results for "astronauts"

In a groundbreaking advancement for space exploration, astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) have successfully 3D-printed a metal part in space for the first time. This achievement marks a...

On Friday, September 13, 2024, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams spoke publicly for the first time about their unexpected extended stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Originally...

The Soyuz MS-26 mission successfully launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan on September 11, 2024, carrying a multinational crew to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission, a collaboration...

NASA has recently announced significant changes to its upcoming SpaceX Crew-9 mission in response to the need to safely return two astronauts currently stranded aboard the International Space Station (ISS)....

As humanity looks toward colonizing Mars, one of the most critical challenges scientists face is finding ways to protect astronauts from the planet's harsh and unforgiving environment. Unlike Earth, Mars...

In an unfortunate series of events, NASA has decided to ground Boeing's Starliner spacecraft after declaring it unsafe. This has resulted in astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams being stranded...

NASA has made the decision to bring Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft back to Earth without its crew, prioritizing safety after unresolved issues with the capsule's propulsion system. In light of these...

NASA is considering using SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft to return astronauts currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS) due to ongoing technical issues with Boeing's Starliner capsule. Discussions within NASA...

As humanity looks toward the stars, the challenges of space travel and colonization become increasingly apparent. Among these challenges are the harsh environmental conditions, such as radiation exposure, extreme temperatures,...

NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams have been providing updates on their extended mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) following delays caused by technical issues with Boeing's Starliner...

Boeing and NASA have announced an additional delay in the return of the Starliner spacecraft, extending its first crewed flight test mission. Despite the delay, NASA has assured that the...

Boeing and NASA have delayed the much-anticipated first crewed flight of the Starliner spacecraft, which was initially scheduled for June 1, 2024. The launch was called off just minutes before...

In a significant milestone, Chinese astronauts Ye Guangfu and Li Guangsu performed a record-breaking spacewalk outside the Tiangong space station. This extravehicular activity (EVA) lasted an impressive 8.5 hours, marking...

Imagine getting paid a hefty sum to simply lie in bed for two months. Sounds too good to be true ? Well, it's not ! The Toulouse Space Clinic (MEDES)...

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission has concluded successfully with the crew’s safe splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico, marking the end of a five-day journey that not only extended the boundaries...

NASA’s Space Communication and Navigation (SCaN) program is taking charge of a groundbreaking initiative to establish a Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC) standard. As humanity prepares to return to the Moon...

On September 12, 2024, the Polaris Dawn mission made history by successfully completing the first-ever commercial spacewalk. This groundbreaking event represents a significant milestone in the evolution of private space...

SpaceX launched the ambitious polaris dawn mission early Tuesday morning, sending a civilian crew into Earth’s orbit. The mission, led by jared isaacman, aims to set new records and conduct...

SpaceX has announced a new launch date for the highly anticipated Polaris Dawn mission, now targeting Tuesday, September 10, 2024. This mission, which will feature the first-ever commercial spacewalk, has...

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft safely touched down on September 7, 2024, following an uncrewed mission that has brought renewed focus on the spacecraft's challenges. Details of the Landing Starliner touched down...

China’s experimental reusable spaceplane has successfully returned to Earth after completing a 268-day mission in orbit. The spaceplane landed at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in the Gobi Desert on...

NASA has postponed the launch of its ESCAPADE Mars mission to spring 2025, delaying the mission that was originally set for October 2024 aboard Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket. The...

NASA’s Boeing Starliner capsule is set to return to Earth on Friday, September 6, 2024, marking the end of an extended and challenging mission. The spacecraft, which has been docked...

In a remarkable display of natural phenomena, NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick, currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS), captured a breathtaking video of a meteor entering Earth's atmosphere and exploding...

NASA astronaut Barry "Butch" Wilmore has reported an unusual and mysterious sound emanating from the Boeing Starliner spacecraft, which is currently docked at the International Space Station (ISS). This report...

SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket has received clearance to resume flights after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) temporarily grounded the vehicle due to a booster failure during a recent landing attempt....

NASA has confirmed the homecoming date for Boeing's Starliner capsule, with plans for its departure from the International Space Station (ISS) scheduled for no earlier than Friday, September 6, contingent...

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has temporarily grounded all SpaceX Falcon 9 launches following a failed booster landing on August 28, 2024. This decision comes as the FAA initiates an...

In a rare mishap, a SpaceX Falcon 9 booster crashed into the Atlantic Ocean after successfully launching 21 Starlink satellites into orbit on August 28, 2024. The first stage of...

SpaceX has announced a delay in the launch of its highly anticipated Polaris Dawn mission due to a helium leak detected in ground equipment. Initially set for a Tuesday liftoff,...

In a major advancement for space exploration, scientists have developed a method to extract water from moon dust, potentially revolutionizing the future of lunar colonization. Researchers from the Chinese Academy...

NASA’s Artemis II mission—set to return astronauts to the Moon for the first time in nearly 50 years—reached a crucial milestone with the successful movement of the Launch Vehicle Stage...

The dream of constructing a permanent lunar base is transitioning from science fiction to reality, with cutting-edge research exploring innovative ways to use local materials found on the Moon. Both...

SpaceX is gearing up for yet another milestone in its ambitious journey of space exploration. CEO Elon Musk recently described the upcoming Polaris Dawn mission as "epic," and with good...

In a groundbreaking study, two scientists from the University of Alaska Fairbanks have discovered a new type of electromagnetic wave that carries significant amounts of lightning energy into Earth's magnetosphere....

An innovative concept from Honeybee Robotics, now part of Blue Origin, aims to support NASA's Artemis mission by solving multiple challenges with a single piece of infrastructure. The Lunar Utility...

Following a successful launch of NASA’s 21st Northrop Grumman commercial resupply mission, new scientific experiments and cargo are on their way to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission is...

Scientists have identified natural graphene flakes in lunar soil samples collected by China’s Chang’e 5 mission, providing new insights into the Moon’s formation and potential applications for future space exploration....

NASA is pioneering innovative approaches to space habitation with its Mycotecture Off Planet project, which aims to use fungi to grow habitats on the Moon, Mars, and beyond. This groundbreaking...

The highly anticipated Polaris Dawn mission, a landmark project by SpaceX, has been postponed from its original launch date of July 31 to mid-to-late August. This mission is set to...

NASA and Boeing have announced a delay in the return of the Starliner crew from the International Space Station (ISS) due to ongoing technical challenges with the spacecraft. Test pilots...

NASA has successfully demonstrated a groundbreaking technology by streaming 4K video from an aircraft to the International Space Station (ISS) and back using laser communication. This achievement, conducted by a...

SpaceX recently completed a crucial static fire test of its Falcon 9 rocket, an important milestone in the lead-up to resuming flights after a recent anomaly. The test took place...

The core stage of NASA's Artemis 2 rocket has successfully arrived at the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida, marking a significant milestone in preparations for the mission. This core...

Boeing and NASA engineers have recently concluded ground tests on the Starliner Reaction Control System (RCS) thruster at the White Sands Test Facility in New Mexico. This series of tests...

SpaceX is seeking approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to resume flights of its Falcon 9 rockets, which were grounded following an upper-stage malfunction during a recent launch. The...

NASA and SpaceX are inviting media to witness the launch of the Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission, part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program, will see...

NASA has reached a major milestone in its Artemis program with the successful rollout of the second core stage for the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, which will be used...

Recent studies have uncovered a significant discovery on the Moon: hidden tunnels beneath the surface, potentially offering a safe habitat for future human exploration. This breakthrough, achieved by reanalyzing data...

Scientists have developed a groundbreaking spacesuit that recycles urine into potable water, inspired by the stillsuits from the sci-fi classic Dune. This innovative technology could significantly enhance astronauts' capabilities during...