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123 Interestana reports mention NASA, newest first. Each is summarised from the original reporting and links back to its publisher.
NASA launched a three-armed robotic spacecraft on a critical mission this week to rescue the Northrop Grumman-built X-ray Multi-Mirror Mission (XMM-Newton) telescope. The telescope, which was deployed in 1999, is currently in a decaying orbit and faces the risk…
Two NASA astronauts embarked on a spacewalk outside the International Space Station on Tuesday to conduct essential repairs on the station's Canadarm2 robotic arm. The spacewalk, which lasted approximately 6 hours and 30 minutes, was focused on replacing a component…
NASA announced this week its intention to conduct a satellite-rescue mission, aiming to increase the orbit of a falling satellite by approximately 200 kilometers. This operation marks a significant effort to extend the operational life of valuable space assets.
NASA engineers are currently attempting a complex rescue operation for the Swift space observatory, which is facing a critical system failure and a rapid descent from orbit. The observatory, launched in 2004, is a vital tool for studying gamma-ray bursts…
The proliferation of AI-generated scientific images is eroding public trust in science, according to a researcher studying visual science communication. While AI tools can aid scientists in creating illustrations, synthetic data, and educational materials, they also blur the lines…
NASA announced the Artemis III crew and mission goals on March 19, 2024, focusing on preparing for the 2028 lunar landing. Astronauts Randy Bresnik, Andre Douglas, and Frank Rubio, alongside European Space Agency astronaut Luca Parmitano, will embark…