NASA Armstrong: Pioneering Flight Testing for Nearly 80 Years
NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center has been at the forefront of flight testing, focusing on aerodynamics and aviation advancements for nearly eight decades.
Editorial Staff Jun 30
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NASA Selects Four Companies to Lead Lunar Base Development Efforts
In a significant step towards lunar exploration, NASA has awarded contracts to four companies for the development of landers and drones intended for a future lunar base.
Editorial Staff Jun 30
Neutron Star Collisions Offer New Insights into Cosmic Mysteries
Recent neutron star collisions have produced detectable gravitational waves, shedding light on the universe's densest objects and their behavior.
Editorial Staff Jun 30
Innovative Air-to-Fertilizer Technology Could Enable Rice Cultivation on the Moon
As humanity looks toward long-term lunar exploration, the challenge of sustainable food supplies becomes increasingly pressing. Recent research explores how air-to-fertilizer technology may support rice growth in lunar soil simulant.
Editorial Staff Jun 30
Vast Appoints Isakowitz as Senior Adviser Amid NASA Developments
Vast, a developer of commercial space stations, has appointed former Aerospace Corp. CEO Isakowitz as a senior adviser as it prepares for the next phase of a NASA program.
Editorial Staff Jun 30
NASA Ames Science Directorate Celebrates Contributions of Four Scientists
On May 6, 2026, the NASA Ames Science Directorate honored four scientists for their significant contributions to the field.
Editorial Staff Jun 30
Hong Kong's IPO Market Grows Amid Nasdaq's Dominance with SpaceX Listing
In the first half of 2026, Hong Kong's IPO proceeds increased by 84% compared to the previous year, yet Nasdaq's recent SpaceX listing has overshadowed this growth.
Editorial Staff Jun 30
Rocket Lab's $8 Billion Acquisition: A New Challenger to SpaceX's Starlink
Rocket Lab is preparing to enter the satellite internet arena by acquiring a company for $8 billion, positioning itself against SpaceX's Starlink.
Editorial Staff Jun 29
NASA and SBA Set to Launch New Initiative for Small Businesses in Space
NASA and the U.S. Small Business Administration will sign a memorandum of agreement to foster a new initiative aimed at supporting small businesses in the space sector.
Editorial Staff Jun 29
NASA's Wind Tunnel: A Century of Aerodynamic Innovation Continues
NASA's Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, has been at the forefront of flight innovation for over a century, with its latest wind tunnel continuing this legacy.
Editorial Staff Jun 29
Transforming Stellar Explosions: Nova V612 Scuti's Light Curve Becomes Sound
Researchers at Texas Tech University have created an audio representation of the light curve from Nova V612 Scuti, providing new insights into the evolution of stellar shocks.
Editorial Staff Jun 29
Rocket Lab's Ambitious $8 Billion Acquisition of Iridium Marks a New Era in Space Operations
Rocket Lab's acquisition of Iridium for $8 billion reflects its strategy to expand into a comprehensive space company, enhancing its telecommunications capabilities.
Editorial Staff Jun 29
SatVu Launches Commercial Services with HotSat-2 Following Previous Setback
SatVu, a British thermal imaging startup, has announced the commencement of commercial operations for its satellite HotSat-2 on June 29, 2026, after facing challenges with its first satellite.
Editorial Staff Jun 29
Craft Prospect Earns Spot in The Sunday Times Scotland Fast 50
The Glasgow-based space engineering firm Craft Prospect has been named in the inaugural edition of The Sunday Times Scotland Fast 50, highlighting its growth and achievements.
Editorial Staff Jun 29
NASA Undertakes Urgent Mission to Preserve Swift Telescope from Reentry
NASA is engaged in a critical effort to prevent the aging Swift telescope from reentering Earth's atmosphere through a bold rescue operation.
Editorial Staff Jun 28
US Report Reveals China's Dominance in Key Space Technologies
A recent US report indicates that China has made significant advancements in space technologies, outpacing the US in areas such as GPS navigation, reconnaissance, and anti-satellite capabilities.
Editorial Staff Jun 28
Mars Exploration Yields Intriguing Findings, Yet Life Remains Unproven
Recent research from Mars exploration has unveiled potential signs of life, but definitive evidence continues to elude scientists.
Editorial Staff Jun 28
SpaceX's $11 Billion Investment: A Double-Edged Sword
SpaceX's recent $11 billion investment is viewed as a crucial step for the company, yet it faces significant hurdles that could impact its success.
Editorial Staff Jun 27
Study Links Refusal Traits to Persona in Chat Models
A recent study published on ArXiv explores the relationship between refusal traits and persona characteristics in instruction-tuned chat models, revealing interconnected mechanisms.
Editorial Staff Jun 27
Rocket Lab Successfully Launches Eighth Satellite for Synspective
On March 20, 2026, Rocket Lab deployed its eighth radar imaging satellite for Synspective, marking a significant advancement in radar imaging technology.
Editorial Staff Jun 26