On Saturday, November 18, 2023, SpaceX’s Starship, the most powerful rocket ever built, had its second integrated flight test. In this article, we’ll recap the major events that took place during the Starship launch and what that means for the future of Starship. Leading Up To the Launch On November 10th, Starship was detached from …
SpaceX Prepares for a Pivotal Launch Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX), led by Elon Musk, is set to embark on a significant step in its ambitious space exploration program. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has authorized the company’s second test flight of the next-generation Starship and heavy-lift rocket from Texas, marking a pivotal moment …
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The idea of establishing a sustainable human presence in space has captured the imagination of scientists, engineers, and visionaries for decades. As we inch closer to a new era of space exploration, various space station designs and concepts are being developed to pave the way for humanity’s expansion beyond Earth. Today, we’ll explore 15 fascinating …
Today we’ll see the exciting plans for humans to return to the Moon within this decade. Spearheaded primarily by NASA, the Artemis program receives support from various partner space agencies and private companies. SpaceX is pivotal in delivering the lunar Starship, allowing astronauts to set foot on the Moon after over 50 years. The Artemis …
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The 20th century saw some of the most remarkable advancements in human history, and one of the most iconic achievements of this era was the Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969. This historic event was the culmination of years of scientific innovation, dedication, and the unwavering vision of President John F. Kennedy. JFK’s instrumental role …
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Axiom & Prada Spacesuit Partnership – October 9, 2023 Axiom Space and Prada have formed a partnership to design spacesuits for astronauts who will walk on the moon during NASA’s Artemis 3 mission. These suits are known as the Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit (AxEMU) spacesuits. Prada’s engineers will collaborate with Axiom to select materials and …
The Weekly Space Recap: October 8 – October 14, 2023 Read More »
In the age of 3D printing, it seems there’s almost nothing you can’t create with this cutting-edge technology. From perovskite solar panels to houses and advanced toroidal propellers for boats and drones, the possibilities are endless. But did you know that 3D printing has also taken the world of rocket science by storm? NASA, the …
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SpaceX Gets First Space Force Contract – Oct 2, 2023 On October 2, 2023, SpaceX secured its first contract with the United States Space Force for its Starshield satellite constellation, valued at $70 million for one year. While specific details about Starshield remain limited, SpaceX has indicated that it will leverage the same broadband technology …
In 1994, physicist Miguel Alcubierre wondered whether the concept of a faster-than-light warp drive, often seen in science fiction like “Star Trek,” could be explained using the real physics of general relativity. Alcubierre took Einstein’s field equations and did something quite extraordinary with them. Instead of starting with the distribution of masses and energies and …
6 Reasons Why the Alcubierre Drive or Warp Drive is Not Possible in 2023 Read More »
The book, “Ignition: History of Liquid Rocket Propellants“, by John D. Clark holds a special place among rocketry experts. It dives into the fascinating chemistry of rocket fuels, covering the post-war period up to the late ’60s. In this article, we’ll take a peek inside the book and break down some of the extraordinary rocket …
