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  Beijing (XNA) Jun 06, 2023 The moon is the only natural satellite of Earth. It is also the nearest celestial body to our planet, and selenology, or the study of the moon, is very important for scientists, as it can give them insights into other celestial bodies and advance planetary science. If we want to know the history of Earth, together with the history of our solar system, studying the moon is essential. The exploration of the moon started in the 1950s. In those days, however, lunar missions were driven by politics, be ... read more |
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Successful Launch and Deployment of Dragon into Orbit by SpaceXKennedy Space Center FL (UPI) Jun 06, 2023 After some delays over the weekend, SpaceX has successfully launched its Crew Resupply Mission 28 from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The initial launch was postponed due to unfavorable weathe ... more 
Scientific experimental samples brought back to Earth, delivered to scientistsBeijing (SPX) Jun 06, 2023 In a recent development from China's ambitious space program, the Shenzhou-15 manned spacecraft has successfully returned to Earth with a collection of experimental samples originating from the Tian ... more
Shenzhou XV crew lands in Inner MongoliaBeijing (XNA) Jun 02, 2023 Completing a six-month mission that included the successful completion of the Tiangong space station, the Shenzhou XV mission crew returned to Earth early Sunday morning. The crew's reentry ca ... more 
Dream Chaser comes to lifeLouisville CO (SPX) Jun 02, 2023 In an important milestone for space travel technology, Sierra Space announced the successful power-up of its revolutionary Dream Chaser spaceplane. The test conducted by the company signifies the ac ... more |
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 Sidus Space Secures Additional NASA Subcontracts for Artemis Program 
NASA marks significant milestone with successful SLS engine testLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jun 04, 2023 NASA has recently made critical progress in the testing of its RS-25 engine, an integral component for upcoming Artemis missions to the Moon. On June 1st, the space agency successfully carried out t ... more 
Asia's largest rocket engine test bench achieves dual 700-ton testing capacityBeijing, China (SPX) Jun 02, 2023 In a significant milestone for Asian space exploration, the Tongchuan Test Center at the 165th Institute of the Sixth Academy of Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation has successfully execute ... more |
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High winds halt Spanish rocket launchParis (AFP) May 31, 2023 The maiden flight of the Spanish-built Miura 1 rocket was cancelled Wednesday due to high winds, startup PLD Space said, in a setback for development of the small-scale space launcher. ... more 
China looks to expand scope of space operations with Shenzhou 16Beijing (XNA) May 31, 2023 Traditionally, China's astronauts are selected from among fighter plane pilots with ample flying experience, as they can control the machinery and have the training to stay calm should an emergency ... more 
SpaceX Dragon carrying Axiom crew splashes down off coast of FloridaMiami FL (UPI) May 31, 2023 The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying the Axiom Space Ax-2 crew successfully returned to Earth late Tuesday night, splashing down off the coast of Florida following 10 days in space. The Ax-2 ... more 
Chinese mission with first civilian reaches space stationJiuquan, China (AFP) May 30, 2023 China sent three astronauts to its Tiangong space station on Tuesday, putting a civilian into orbit for the first time as it pursues plans to send a crewed mission to the Moon by 2030. ... more |
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 Three Chinese astronauts return safely to Earth 
Chinese fans welcome 'Comrade Musk'Beijing (AFP) June 1, 2023 Lavish meals, gushing praise and memes about "Comrade Musk" - China showered the Tesla CEO with admiration during his whistlestop tour of the country this week. ... more 
SpaceX is keeping up cadence with Starlink Group 6-4 missionCape Canaveral FL (SPX) Jun 05, 2023 At 8:20 a.m. EDT (1220 UTC) on Sunday, a Falcon 9 rocket launched 22 of SpaceX's brand-new "V2 Mini" internet satellites for its Starlink communications network from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) ... more |
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Weather delay moves SpaceX resupply mission to same day as Starlink launchWashington DC (UPI) Jun 3, 2023 Weather in Florida has delayed the launch of the SpaceX Dragon cargo mission, which is now slated to lift off Sunday, the same day the company also plans to send a new batch of Starlink satellites into orbit. ... more 
Space Flight Laboratory selects Rocket Lab to launch Telesat Broadband SatelliteLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jun 01, 2023 Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) has signed a deal to launch the LEO 3 satellite for global satellite operator Telesat (Nasdaq and TSX: TSAT) on an Electron mission scheduled for Q3, 2023. The sa ... more 
Tesla's Musk hails China's 'vitality' during Beijing visitBeijing (AFP) May 31, 2023 Elon Musk praised China's "vitality and promise" on Wednesday, Beijing said, during a trip to the Chinese capital in which he has met multiple government officials and reportedly declared he will expand his business there. ... more
Astronauts meet in Tiangong space station core moduleBeijing (XNA) May 31, 2023 The Shenzhou XVI mission crew, which includes the first Chinese civilian astronaut, reached orbit on Tuesday and started work in the Tiangong space station. Aboard the Shen�zhou XVI spacecraft ... more |
 China launches Shenzhou-16 with first civilian to space station 
China launches Shenzhou-16 with first civilian to space stationJiuquan, China (AFP) May 30, 2023 China sent three astronauts to its Tiangong space station on Tuesday, putting a civilian into orbit for the first time as it pursues plans to send a crewed mission to the Moon by the end of the decade. ... more 
China's 'space dream': A Long March to the Moon and beyondBeijing (AFP) May 30, 2023 China successfully launched the latest mission to its Tiangong space station on Tuesday, with a crew that includes its first civilian astronaut. ... more |
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China prepares to send first civilian into spaceJiuquan, China (AFP) May 29, 2023 China will send its first civilian astronaut into space as part of a crewed mission to the Tiangong space station on Tuesday as it pursues its ambitious plans for a manned lunar landing by 2030. ... more 
Stratolaunch expands fleet with Virgin Orbit's modified Boeing 747Mojave CA (SPX) May 26, 2023 Stratolaunch has received approval from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware to acquire Virgin Orbit's modified Boeing 747 and its related parts and equipment, marking an expansion ... more 
Rocket Lab launches second batch of TROPICS satellites for NASAMahia, New Zealand (SPX) May 26, 2023 Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) has successfully completed the second of two dedicated Electron launches to deploy a constellation of tropical cyclone monitoring satellites for NASA. The C ... more 
NASA, Boeing provide update on Starliner flight test readinessKennedy Space Center FL (SPX) May 26, 2023 NASA and Boeing completed a joint Crew Flight Test checkpoint review May 25 ahead of the first flight of Starliner with astronauts to the International Space Station. During the checkpoint, mission ... more |
South Korea hails successful launch of homegrown rocketSeoul (AFP) May 25, 2023 South Korea said Thursday it had successfully launched its homegrown Nuri rocket and placed working satellites into orbit, hailing a key step forward for the country's burgeoning space programme. ... more 
NASA continues key test series with rocket engine hot fireBay St. Louis MS (SPX) May 25, 2023 NASA completed a full duration hot fire of the RS-25 certification engine May 23, continuing a critical test series to support future SLS (Space Launch System) missions to deep space as NASA explore ... more 
Multi-launch deal signed for OTV missions from Spaceport Nova ScotiaHalifax, Canada (SPX) May 25, 2023 Maritime Launch Services Inc. (NEO: MAXQ, OTCQB: MAXQF) reports that its launch manifest on its medium class launch vehicles has been committed through the end of 2027. With a recent multi-mis ... more 
South Korea launches homegrown rocket after delaySeoul (AFP) May 25, 2023 South Korea said Thursday it had successfully launched its homegrown Nuri rocket and placed working satellites into orbit, hailing a key step forward for the country's burgeoning space programme. ... more |
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Designing a next generation hypersonic demonstratorArlington TX (SPX) May 25, 2023 Today, large commercial jets fly around 580 mph. The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird introduced in 1966 is the fastest supersonic jet vehicle in the world, reaching speeds of more than 2,200 mph, nearly fo ... more 
Rocket Lab scoops up Virgin Orbit Long Beach California assetsLos Angeles CA (SPX) May 24, 2023 Rocket Lab USA, Inc. has been selected as a successful bidder and is finalizing an asset purchase agreement for the purchase of certain Long Beach California aerospace production and manufacturing a ... more
Shenzhou XVI mission to launch in daysBeijing (XNA) May 24, 2023 China's next manned mission, the Shenzhou XVI, is scheduled to be launched in the coming days to transport three astronauts to the Tiangong space station, according to the China Manned Space Agency. ... more
South Korea postpones third launch of homegrown rocketSeoul (AFP) May 24, 2023 South Korea on Wednesday postponed the launch of its homegrown Nuri rocket after a technical glitch was detected just hours before lift-off, officials said. ... more |
Rocket carrying Saudi man and woman launches to ISSCape Canaveral FL (SPX) May 21, 2023 The second-ever private mission to the International Space Station successfully launched on Sunday, carrying the first Saudi citizens, Rayyanah Barnawi, a breast cancer researcher, and Ali Al-Qarni, ... more 
SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket deploys 22 second-generation Starlink satellitesCape Canaveral (SPX) May 19, 2023 The first of two SpaceX missions planned to launch in less than seven hours took off early on Friday from Cape Canaveral, carrying 22 upgraded, new-generation Starlink broadband satellites. We ... more 
China's next space exploration to feature new facesBeijing (XNA) May 19, 2023 China's next manned mission, the Shenzhou XVI, is scheduled to be launched within this month to transport three astronauts to the Tiangong space station, according to plans made by the China Manned ... more 
Pair of NASA weather satellites to launch from New ZealandWashington DC (UPI) May 20, 2023 A new pair of NASA weather satellites is ready for a ride into Earth orbit Monday from New Zealand. The launch time for the mission, called "Coming to a Storm Near You," is 1:30 a.m. EDT. Call ... more |
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China continues testing its 130-ton reusable liquid oxygen kerosene engine Beijing, China (SPX) May 17, 2023 China's National Space Agency has announced a significant achievement in the country's space propulsion development. The Xi'an Aerospace Propulsion Research Institute, known for its independent rese ... more 
Gilmour Space Technologies forges head as PM opens new rockets factoryGold Coast, Australia (SPX) May 17, 2023 Gilmour Space Technologies, a leading Australian aerospace company, was honored to welcome Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility today. The visit marked th ... more 
New sensors with the HOTS for extreme missionsWashington DC (SPX) May 16, 2023 Modern technologies are laden with sensors - a now-customary fact of life in much of the world. On smart watches and phones, and in cars and homes, sensors help monitor health, adjust various settin ... more 
Rocket Lab to launch small satellite swarm for NASALong Beach CA (SPX) May 10, 2023 Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) has signed a deal to launch NASA's Starling mission, a multi-CubeSat mission to test and demonstrate autonomous swarm technologies, as well as automated space tra ... more |
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