Space Flight
The Mars Curse
Admittedly, Mars has drawn more space missions than the rest of the Solar System's planets, but why have nearly two…
ATV Jules Verne Reaches “Parking Orbit” 2000km from ISS
Peering across 2000 km of space, the Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV), "Jules Verne", leads the orbit of the International Space…
Astrium Unveils New Spaceship Plans (Video Simulation & Pictures)
Europe's leading spacecraft manufacturer EADS Astrium, the builders of the Ariane rocket (that launches many of Europe's space missions), has announced…
Space Junk, Toxic Fuel Rains Down on Siberian Region
People from the normally quiet and picturesque republic of Altai, Siberia keep their eyes on the sky when a launch…
Heavy ATV Must Learn to Apply the Brakes Before Docking with the ISS
Although ESA's Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV) will be approaching the International Space Station (ISS) at a rate slower than tortoise-pace,…
Genesis Scientists Finally Have Some Luck: Clues to Oxygen Content of Solar Wind
As the parachute failed on re-entry, a man hanging out of a helicopter wielding a big hook didn't have chance…
South Korean Astronauts Switched After Rule Infraction
When it comes to following space agency rules, Russia stands firm. The man who was going to be the first…
Development Problems May Delay Mars Science Laboratory Mission Until 2011
NASA's over budget Mars Science Laboratory mission, scheduled for a 2009 launch, may be delayed due to problems with the…
NASA and ESA Orbiters Join Forces to Prepare for Phoenix Arrival on May 25th, 2008
When the Phoenix lander hits the Martian atmosphere at over 20,000 km/h, at least it will feel safe in the…
“Foresight” Wins First Prize in Apophis Asteroid Tagging Competition
The Near Earth Asteroid (NEO) Apophis is expected to flyby the Earth in 2029. However, this flyby will be more…