Starlink is a constellation of satellites by SpaceX intended to provide a high-speed and low-latency wireless connection to the internet.| Space Explored
SpinLaunch, the California-based space startup once best known for trying to fling satellites into orbit with a giant centrifuge, has entered a new phase. The company announced in August that it closed a $30 million Series C funding round, bringing its total raised to about $203 million. Investors include ATW Partners and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, which has also committed satellite manufacturing resources to the project. more…| Space Explored
NASA is gearing up for a landmark late-September launch featuring three pivotal spacecraft: the Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP), the Carruthers Geocorona Observatory, and NOAA’s Space Weather Follow-On (SWFO-L1). The missions are being prepared at Astrotech Space Operations, a Lockheed Martin subsidiary in Titusville that has become one of the nation’s premier spacecraft processing hubs. more…| Space Explored
Sunday afternoon, SpaceX delayed the launch of its 10th Starship rocket from Starbase. This flight is an important launch for...| Space Explored
A collaborative project between NASA, Roscosmos, JAXA, ESA, and CSA, the Space Station serves as a floating laboratory in Low-Earth orbit.| Space Explored
NASA's Artemis program is an attempt to land humans on the moon for the first time in almost 50 years.| Space Explored
A new space telescope that is 87% paid for, on schedule, and on budget, could be completely canned if President...| Space Explored
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Last week, ULA made its national security debut with its Vulcan rocket, launching the USSF-106 mission to a geostationary orbit. With this major milestone finally in ULA’s past, what is next for what has been dubbed ULA’s answer to SpaceX’s Falcon 9? more…| Space Explored
When a spacecraft lands on Mars or slams into an asteroid millions of miles away, chances are it came from...| Space Explored
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Last week, SpaceX got back to moving forward with a successful static fire of Ship 37, the upper stage segment for Starship Flight 10. This took a while to put together due to the loss of Massey’s post Ship 36 explosion, but now that it’s complete, it finally feels like there is life again at Starbase. more…| Space Explored
Yesterday, SpaceX was forced to scrub its launch of NASA’s Crew-11 mission to the ISS due to a rather nasty cloud that rolled over the launch pad. Today, SpaceX will reattempt; however, the chances of good launch weather have gotten worse, and that may be the theme for the rest of the weekend. more…| Space Explored
Today, at 12:09 P.M. ET, SpaceX will launch the next rotation of four astronauts to the International Space Station. The mission will be more than just delivering new crew members; the Crew-11 mission will see some differences that show just how the ISS program is changing. more…| Space Explored
Austin, Texas’ ICON is quietly transforming how humanity builds – on Earth and beyond. The construction technology company, known for its innovative 3D‑printed homes, has begun applying its expertise to space. Its advanced robotic systems and signature material, Lavacrete, are being adapted to construct off‑world habitats and infrastructure using local planetary materials. more…| Space Explored
SpaceX has been working towards finishing up its second launch pad for its Starship rocket down in Texas. With all things SpaceX does, the second version of anything sees a large swath of improvements and changes; Starbase Pad B is no different. Here is a list of some of the biggest changes SpaceX is making to it. more…| Space Explored
Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, experienced a global network outage on Thursday afternoon, Starlink said on X (formerly Twitter). more…| Space Explored
In a world of reusable rockets, lunar habitats, and interplanetary ambitions, it’s easy to focus on what’s next. But every launch, every orbit, and every mission we undertake still begins with the insights of those who came before us – most notably, Sir Isaac Newton. more…| Space Explored
On Day Three of EAA AirVenture 2025, there is no booth for NASA on the grounds of Wittman Regional Airport leaving a hole where a big tent once was. more…| Space Explored
For the first time, an instrument on the International Space Station is being used to combat pollution entering the coast of California. Another reason NASA science is increasingly important for use here on Earth. more…| Space Explored
Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy spoke to media this afternoon at EAA AirVenture about new Federal Aviation Administration rules and NASA. more…| Space Explored
The jets that make up Ghost Squadron were in town on Day 1 at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin this evening. Shortly after the airshow ended, the MiG-29, L-39 Albatross, and Alpha jets taxiied and took off for a presumed practice run over Lake Winnebago. more…| Space Explored
Using telescopes in space is often advantageous to get the best image of interstellar objects. Astronomers place telescopes on mountains in the middle of the ocean or in desert to remove as much as the atmosphere as possible. The middleground? An airplane. more…| Space Explored
In summer 1975, the Vietnam war came to and end, Jaws was just released as the big summer blockbuster and Arthur Ashe became the first Black man to win Wimbledon. As Earth transformed and made history, two countries were busy changing the course of history in space. more…| Space Explored
Today marks the last day of meetings for the Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) Collaboration in Berlin, Germany. The collaborative effort shared on X (formerly Twitter) last week that a meeting would be held in Berlin from July 14-18. “120 international scientists will gather to discuss the next big goals for black hole science – publishing new, better images using recent data and creating “movies” of M87*,” EHT shared on X. more…| Space Explored
This week Elon Musk shared his patented vague timeline announcements for future Starship launches, “launching again in ~3 weeks.” Can SpaceX do it after Ship 36’s and Massey’s destruction? When will Starship Flight 10 actually fly? more…| Space Explored
The SpaceX Falcon 9 just hit a major launch milestone over the weekend with its 500th successful launch. While most companies would have maybe made a bigger deal out of the milestone, it was just another day for SpaceX, and the payload it flew left the mission in a veil of secrecy for a little bit. more…| Space Explored
Cameron County has approved SpaceX to build an air separator at its Starbase facility to help with liquid oxygen and...| Space Explored
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Late yesterday, President Donald Trump appointed Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy to be interim Administrator of NASA, a move that was both surprising and unprecedented. Duffy will continue in his current job while also taking on the duties of NASA Administrator. more…| Space Explored
In the wake of the Trump administration’s proposed fiscal year 2026 budget, a wave of headlines has described NASA’s future...| Space Explored
The agency announced this week that it will phase out its NASA TV over the air broadcast service in favor...| Space Explored
NASA announced this week that NASA+, the agency’s new streaming service, will be making the leap to another streaming service,...| Space Explored
As United Launch Alliance rolled out its second Atlas V mission of the year on June 23, it wasn’t just rockets taking center stage. An ambitious artificial intelligence initiative dubbed “RocketGPT” has quietly lifted off behind the scenes, signaling the company’s broader modernization agenda alongside the final missions of the reliable Atlas fleet. more…| Space Explored
Jared Isaacman, best known for commanding private astronaut missions such as Inspiration4 and Polaris Dawn, has pivoted from his sudden...| Space Explored
SpaceX’s final Crew Dragon to roll out of the factory floor has officially arrived at the International Space Station after...| Space Explored
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In an era where space exploration is transitioning from fleeting missions to lasting habitation, one question has emerged at the forefront: how do we not just survive, but thrive in environments beyond Earth? According to one company, the answer lies in the intersection of visionary design and advanced digital tools. more…| Space Explored
In a last-minute announcement, SpaceX, NASA, and Axiom Space are attempting to launch Axiom-4, the company’s fourth private astronaut mission...| Space Explored
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Earlier this week, SpaceX suffered a major setback again in its Starship development program with the total loss of Ship 36. In good news, the potential failure of the COPV that is in Starship will not affect Falcon 9’s historic launch cadence. more…| Space Explored
Tuesday, Honda’s Research and Development Company surprised the world with its announcement of a successful low-altitude hop of a test...| Space Explored
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NASA, the United States space agency, was founded in 1958 and serves to grow human exploration of the solar system.| Space Explored
The Falcon 9 is one of the most flown and reliable rocket currently operational. Here is everything you need to know about SpaceX's Falcon 9.| Space Explored
Vast is working on what might just be the first commercial space station in low Earth orbit. To get the public excited about the station’s launch as soon as one year from now, the company released a VR fly through, led by Vast’s Lead Astronaut, that is available on Meta, Steam, and yes, Apple’s platforms. more…| Space Explored
SpaceX’s Starship program has hit another setback as what was expected to be its next flight-ready Starship second stage exploded on the test stand prior to an engine test. The cause of the explosion is unknown, and as of this writing, no injuries have been reported. more…| Space Explored
ULA is set to attempt its second launch of Amazon Kuiper satellites from SLC-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. This will be Amazon’s second batch of operational satellites to be deployed as well, finally hitting a stride in getting its constellation of internet-providing satellites out there. more…| Space Explored
SpaceX has begun the process of clearing the launch site once used by its rival, now expected to be used for the company’s Starship rocket. This comes as SpaceX continues the growth of its Starship system on the East Coast but struggles to get its launch rate up at Starbase. more…| Space Explored
NASA, SpaceX, and Axiom Space have decided to postpone the launch of the Axiom-4 crew to the International Space Station pending the completion of an investigation into a leak on the Russian side of the station. The news came after a single-day delay due to another leak, this time on a Falcon 9 booster, discovered before launch. more…| Space Explored
NASA has shared that it will be shutting down many of its social accounts in favor of a more streamlined strategy with fewer accounts. The move has stirred controversy, with some thinking the change will make finding engaging content easier, while others are concerned that some NASA information won’t get shared at all. more…| Space Explored
In two studies published this year, researchers have confirmed the discovery of previously unknown bacterial species aboard China’s Tiangong space station and within NASA’s high-sterility clean rooms. Though some of the sample collection dates back to earlier missions – most notably swabs taken aboard Tiangong in 2023 and NASA’s clean room linked to the 2007 Phoenix Mars lander – the timing of the publications is critical. more…| Space Explored
With Starship Flight 9 in the books, we now start the long road of getting Flight 10 cleared for launch. We’ve been here a few times in the past, so what should we be looking out for? more…| Space Explored
The US Space Force is not feeling warm feelings towards its longest partner, ULA, after years of delays with the company’s new Vulcan rocket. While the company struggles to get its launch cadence up, the Space Force has been moving its missions to SpaceX for quick and seamless launches. more…| Space Explored
In what is a shocking development, the White House will pull Jared Isaacman’s NASA Administrator nomination for unknown reasons ahead of its full Senate vote next week. This opens the door for another individual to step into the role that has been left vacant for over 100 days in one of the most troubling times in the agency’s existence. more…| Space Explored
We all love our Apple products, and so does NASA! While you may think the space industry is dominated by custom-built computers and PCs, well, it kind of still is. Apple’s products show up quite often in commercial and NASA-led missions. Here are five Apple products that have flown to space. more…| Space Explored
Last night, SpaceX launched its ninth Starship rocket from Starbase, Texas. While this time the rocket made it further than the previous two, it was far from perfect. So, was the mission successful or another straight-up failure? more…| Space Explored
The Planetary Society has begun a petition to help stop the White House’s 47% budget cut to NASA’s science programs. The advocacy group has a goal of gathering as many as 5,000 signatories before sending it to Congress. more…| Space Explored
Tomorrow SpaceX will attempt its next Starship suborbital flight test dubbed Starship Flight 9. The mission is once again a repeat of the previous two and plans to hopefully solve the problems that plagued Flight 7 and Flight 8 earlier this year. more…| Space Explored
On May 20, President Donald Trump formally announced the “Golden Dome,” a sweeping national missile defense initiative designed to shield the United States from the most advanced modern threats, including ballistic, cruise, and hypersonic missiles. The system, drawing structural inspiration from Israel’s Iron Dome, would differ vastly in scale and scope, incorporating next-generation technologies across land, sea, and space to provide a comprehensive, multilayered defensive shield. mo...| Space Explored
Monday, SpaceX static fired its next Starship vehicle at a test stand in Starbase, Texas, for a third time. This time, SpaceX confirmed a successful static fire, making both stages now ready for Starship Flight 9. Could that be next week? Update:Starship Flight 9: SpaceX gears up for launch week more…| Space Explored
Friday, President Trump released his “skinny” budget request for the U.S. Government’s Fiscal Year 2026; included for NASA is $18.8...| Space Explored
Last week NASA announced that it has added SpaceX’s Starship rocket to its NASA Launch Services II contract, giving future...| Space Explored
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Earlier today SpaceX launched its second fully integrated Starship rocket. While it didn’t make it to Hawaii, the launch got...| Space Explored
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SpaceX, a private spaceflight company, was founded in 2002 by billionaire Elon Musk with one goal in mind, to get people excited about the future.| Space Explored
Elon Musk is the CEO and founder of SpaceX, as well as plenty of other companies. Musk has been credited with fathering reusable rocket tech.| Space Explored
Building upon recent developments in the United States’ missile defense strategy, two Republican senators have introduced legislation to fund President...| Space Explored
In a bittersweet launch, SpaceX was able to successfully launch its seventh Starship rocket from Starbase, Texas. The flight ended...| Space Explored
Starship testing is back this week with both the first stage Super Heavy booster and second stage Starship on their...| Space Explored
What was suppose to be a week full of SpaceX launches has turned into well, not much. Between weather and...| Space Explored
SpaceX plans to launch about 50 rockets from Vandenberg Space Force Base in 2024 with a chance of 100 launches...| Space Explored
In two posts on his social media platform, X, Elon Musk shared that a version 2 of Starship is around...| Space Explored
Three years after its last flight, SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy has returned to flight. The primary payload of this launch is the classified USSF-44 satellite, with two other satellites co-manifested| Space Explored
