SpaceX’s reliable Falcon 9 rocket faced an unexpected grounding after its first-stage booster toppled over and exploded during a landing attempt following a recent launch. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the failure. This failure occurred after the rocket successfully deployed 21 Starlink internet satellites into orbit
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The Polaris Dawn mission has created a buzz in the space community due to its groundbreaking nature. This mission is set to mark a historic moment in space exploration as it will witness the first-ever spacewalk by commercial space travelers. Spearheaded by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, the mission deviates from the norm as it does not
SpaceX is set to make history once again by launching an all-civilian crew on a groundbreaking orbital expedition. This mission, known as Polaris Dawn, is the brainchild of billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman and is poised to shake up the world of space exploration with a series of unprecedented milestones. Astronauts of the Future The crew
The recent decision by NASA to extend the stay of US astronauts aboard the International Space Station due to Boeing’s Starliner malfunctions has dealt a significant blow to the reputation of the aviation giant. Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Sunita “Suni” Williams were set to return home after weeks of delays caused by thruster issues with
A recent breakthrough in astrophysics has shed light on the long-standing issue of the expansion speed of the Universe. The use of the James Webb Space Telescope has provided new measurements indicating that the local Universe is moving away from us at a rate of approximately 70 kilometers per second per megaparsec. This finding could
The Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies are on a collision course, with Andromeda rapidly approaching at 110 kilometers per second. While previous studies have predicted a collision as nearly inevitable, new research suggests that the odds of a collision occurring within the next 10 billion years are closer to 50/50. Simulating Galactic Movements Researchers from
The realm of astrophysics is filled with enigmatic phenomena, and one of the most captivating mysteries that continues to baffle scientists is the occurrence of Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs). These sudden and intense blasts of radio wave energy from deep space have puzzled researchers for years, prompting numerous studies and investigations to unravel their origins
The Sun, from a distance, appears serene and unassuming as it shines brightly in our skies. However, upon closer observation, it reveals a tumultuous and chaotic display of solar activity that has taken many experts by surprise. Andrew Gerrard, the department chair and director of the Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research at New Jersey Institute of
Decades ago, American astronomer Jack G. Hills and British astronomer Martin Rees delved into the realm of theoretical astrophysics, introducing the concept of tidal disruption events. These catastrophic events involve supermassive black holes gravitationally tearing apart nearby stars, resulting in a celestial spectacle known as a tidal disruption event. Recent findings, as detailed in The
Black holes are known for their destructive nature when they come into contact with stars. These powerful cosmic entities can pull stars into their orbit, leading to a slow and painful death for the unfortunate star. A recent study utilizing X-ray data from Chandra and other instruments has shed light on a supermassive black hole
Recently, the Earth experienced a powerful solar storm that has the potential to bring the northern lights to night skies further south than usual. The intensification of geomagnetic activity, caused by coronal mass ejections from the Sun, has raised concerns about the impact of such events on our planet. The level-four geomagnetic storm observed on
The search for extraterrestrial life has been ongoing for decades, with scientists looking for any signs of intelligent civilizations beyond our own. However, despite the age and size of the Milky Way, the fact that we have not yet found any concrete evidence of alien life raises the question – are they simply too advanced
Exploring the depths of space has always been a fascinating endeavor for astronomers and scientists alike. However, when it comes to cosmic rays – high-energy particles that traverse the universe with erratic paths – unraveling their mysteries has been a challenging task. Since their discovery in 1912 by physicist Victor Hess, cosmic rays have puzzled
The Gaia mission, known for its mission to chart stars in the Milky Way Galaxy, has made remarkable strides as an asteroid hunter as well. In a recent study, astronomers reported the success of spotting more moons of asteroids in our solar system based on Gaia data release 3. This new observation will add 352
The recent analysis of seismic data collected by the Mars InSight lander has revealed the presence of huge reservoirs of liquid water deep below the Martian surface. This discovery has raised significant questions about the aquatic history of Mars and its potential implications for the planet’s climate, surface, and interior. Geophysicist Vashan Wright emphasizes the
