Climate Satellite MethaneSAT Fails After Just One Year in Orbit
One of the world’s most advanced satellites for detecting methane and other gases that contribute to the warming of the
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SpaceX Launches 26 Starlink Satellites from California to Expand Low Earth Orbit Internet Network
SpaceX has launched 26 more Starlink satellites to the ever-growing constellation of internet relay stations in low Earth orbit. The flight
Read MoreRocket Lab Launches Private Earth-Observing Satellite Toward Orbit for BlackSky
Rocket Lab successfully launched a Gen-3 Earth-observing satellite for Virginia-based BlackSky on June 2, marking another step in private-sector space
Read MoreSoviet Venus Lander Kosmos 482 Crashes to Earth After 53 Years in Orbit
The failed Soviet Venus lander Kosmos 482 has finally met its end after a remarkable 53-year journey in Earth orbit.
Read MoreSpaceX Launches Falcon 9 Rocket With 28 Starlink Satellites Into Orbit From Florida
SpaceX had sent another batch of Starlink satellites on their way on Thursday to assist in keeping up the quick expansion
Read MoreChina Uses Gravitational Slingshots to Rescue Two Satellites Stuck in Orbit for 123 Days
In a major display of technical ingenuity, China has successfully rescued two satellites—DRO-A and DRO-B—that were stuck in the wrong
Read MoreRussian Kosmos Satellites Release Mysterious Object in Orbit
A group of Russian satellites launched earlier this year has caught the attention of space watchers around the world. The
Read MoreBlue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Successfully Reaches Orbit on First Flight
Blue Origin achieved a significant milestone with the maiden launch of its New Glenn rocket. The vehicle lifted off from
Read MoreSpaceX sends 24 Starlink satellites to orbit in successful Florida launch
A Falcon 9 rocket carrying 24 Starlink satellites was launched by SpaceX from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida
Read MoreBoeing’s Intelsat 33e Satellite Unexpectedly Breaks Apart in Orbit
Boeing’s Intelsat 33e, a large communications satellite, unexpectedly broke apart in orbit over the weekend, creating at least 20 pieces
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