Space Exploration

The era of modern space exploration is marked by ambitious missions that push the boundaries of human knowledge and technological capabilities. NASA's Artemis program aims to establish a sustainable human presence on the Moon, paving the way for future Mars exploration. Private companies like SpaceX are revolutionizing space travel with reusable rockets, making it more affordable and accessible. The James Webb Space Telescope is unveiling unprecedented views of the early universe, while robotic explorers like Perseverance rover on Mars and Dragonfly on Titan are expanding our understanding of the solar system. Future endeavors include asteroid mining, establishing lunar bases, and even interstellar travel as we continue to explore the vast cosmic frontier.

News & Analysis

Apr 14, 2025
Jeff Bezos' fiancee and five other women lifted off aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard launch system on April 14 for a 10-min. ride to and from suborbital space.
Apr 10, 2025
The Dragon capsule splashed down with its crew of four in the Pacific Ocean, ending a 3.5-day mission, as SpaceX shifts returns to the West Coast.
Apr 08, 2025
Astroscale U.S. plans to attempt two U.S. Space Force satellite refueling operations in geostationary orbit after its scheduled launch in the summer of 2026
Apr 08, 2025
Aspiring space station operator Vast says it has signed three international customers to fly payload facilities aboard its planned Haven-1 orbital outpost.
Apr 07, 2025
Sierra Space plans to fly a Honda-developed experimental fuel cell system to the International Space Station for testing in microgravity.
Apr 04, 2025
The International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory plans to launch its Orbital Edge Accelerator program.
Apr 04, 2025
The newcomers can bid for Lane 1 work once they complete a successful first flight.
Apr 03, 2025
True Anomaly isoffering its Jackal autonomous spacecraft for missions in geosynchronous orbit and cislunar space.