The Next Big Space Suit Upgrade Could Come From Diapers
To shield astronauts from dangerous space radiation, researchers are developing 3D-printed hydrogels—materials that absorb ...
Inside the life of a reserve astronaut – and how to become one
A minimum of a master’s degree in natural sciences, medicine, engineering, mathematics, or computer sciences or a degree as ...
Elon Musk calls for deorbiting of the ISS. Here's what the space station does
Elon Musk recently called for the ISS to be deorbited "as soon as possible." Experts say the station provides vital research, ...
SpaceX launch sends 22 new Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit
A SpaceX Falcon 9 booster rocket successfully launched Saturday to deploy 22 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit ...
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Out of a Sci-Fi Movie: Elon Musk Fights with an Astronaut and Tells Donald Trump That He Wants to “Deorbit” the ISS in 2 Years at Most
The International Space Station (ISS) could face an earlier-than-expected end if Elon Musk gets his way. The billionaire ...
10 Fascinating Facts About International Space Station
The ISS orbits the Earth at an altitude of around 250 miles (400 kilometres), completing one rotation every 93 minutes. This allows it to experience 16 sunrises and sunsets every day.
NASA May Cancel Boeing's Big $82 Billion Space Opportunity
The aerospace giant's loss may be other companies' gain, with SpaceX and Blue Origin among the prime potential beneficiaries.