NASA is collaborating with SpaceX to assess the impact of deploying Starlink satellites closer to Earth on travel to and from the International Space Station. This study aims to ensure safe and efficient operations for astronauts while supporting SpaceX’s plan to lower the altitude of its next-generation Starlink satellites for enhanced performance.
After a six-month delay caused by a hurricane and other weather challenges, the SpaceX Crew-8 mission, carrying three astronauts and one cosmonaut, has finally begun its journey back to Earth. The Dragon capsule undocked from the International Space Station (ISS) early Thursday morning and is expected to splash down near the Florida coast on Friday afternoon. The mission, launched in March, involved over 200 science experiments and technology demonstrations, which will now be brought back for analysis.
SpaceX’s Crew-8, comprised of NASA astronauts and a Roscosmos cosmonaut, has finally begun its journey home after nearly eight months aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Their homecoming was delayed due to weather and issues with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. The crew set a new record for the longest time spent in orbit by a Crew Dragon capsule, surpassing their own previous record set during the Crew-2 mission. Follow along with NASA’s livestream as Crew-8 splashes down off the coast of Florida.
NASA has set launch dates for its Crew-10 and Crew-11 missions to the International Space Station (ISS) in 2025, utilizing SpaceX’s Dragon capsule. However, the future of Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft remains unclear, with no confirmed launch timeline as the agency evaluates its past performance. This article delves into the details of the upcoming SpaceX missions and discusses the challenges facing Starliner’s return to space.
Vast Space has unveiled its ambitious plan to replace the aging International Space Station (ISS) with a new, more modern facility called Haven-2. The proposed station would be modular and built over several years, offering a clutter-free environment for astronauts and a potential launch date of 2028. This article explores the key features of Haven-2, Vast Space’s strategy, and the potential impact on space exploration.
Discover the unique methods astronauts use to prepare and enjoy their coffee fix in the microgravity environment of the International Space Station, including the ingenious invention of the Zero Gravity coffee cup.
SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft, carrying NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, flawlessly docked with the International Space Station (ISS) in a breathtaking display captured on video. The footage showcases the Crew Dragon’s sleek movement through space, with the Earth’s Pacific Ocean visible below. The successful docking of Crew-9 marks a significant milestone in space exploration, highlighting the seamless collaboration between SpaceX and NASA.
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft carrying NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov successfully launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, marking the beginning of the Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The launch, originally scheduled for August, was delayed multiple times due to factors including Hurricane Helene. This mission is unique for carrying only two crew members, with the remaining seats reserved for the return of NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, currently on the ISS, who will be returning to Earth using the Dragon in February 2025.
A SpaceX mission is set to launch on Saturday, carrying two astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) and bringing home two American astronauts who have been stranded for months due to issues with the Starliner spacecraft. The mission is notable for its unique crew composition and the use of a new launch pad.
SpaceX is set to launch two astronauts into orbit on Saturday in a mission to rescue Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have been stranded on the International Space Station since June due to issues with their Boeing Starliner spacecraft. The launch, carrying NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, will take place from Cape Canaveral, Florida, and the Dragon spacecraft will dock with the ISS on Monday. The mission will mark the return of human spaceflights to the ISS after a months-long delay caused by the Starliner malfunction.
