Space Flight

Space Station Gets a New Science Module

[/caption] A 8,550 kg (17,760-pound) Russian Mini-Research Module, known as Rassvet or "Dawn," was attached to the International Space Station…

12 years ago

Atlantis Launch Gallery

[/caption] Here's a gallery of images from the last scheduled launch of space shuttle Atlantis, taken by Universe Today photographer…

12 years ago

The Grand Triumphs and Close Calls of Space Shuttle Atlantis

[/caption] The Atlantis space shuttle now sits poised for her final scheduled flight to space. On this mission, STS-132, Atlantis…

12 years ago

Another Great “How To Go To the Bathroom in Space” Video

You want details on this subject? Astronaut Mike Massimino has got 'em. The best line in the video comes from…

12 years ago

Successful Test for Orion Launch Abort System

NASA successfully tested the pad abort system developed for the Orion crew vehicle on Thursday morning at the White Sands…

12 years ago

Your Questions about Apollo 13 Answered by Jerry Woodfill

Now that our series on "13 Things That Saved Apollo 13" is complete, NASA engineer Jerry Woodfill has graciously agreed…

12 years ago

Universe Today Wants Your Shuttle Landing Images/Videos!

Space shuttle Discovery made a cross-country trek over the US Tuesday morning, heading towards an absolutely beautiful landing at Kennedy…

12 years ago

STS-131, the Mission in Pictures

[/caption] Space shuttle Discovery's landing was delayed a day because of uncooperative weather at Kennedy Space Center and the crew…

12 years ago

13 Things That Saved Apollo 13, Part 3: Charlie Duke’s Measles

[/caption] Note: To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 13 mission, for 13 days, Universe Today will feature "13…

12 years ago

13 Things That Saved Apollo 13, Part 2: The Hatch That Wouldn’t Close

[/caption] Note: To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 13 mission, for 13 days, Universe Today will feature "13…

12 years ago