The German space agency DLR has released initial results from a radiation study conducted during NASA’s Artemis I mission. The findings indicate that radiation levels inside shielded areas of the Orion spacecraft are within acceptable limits, providing a positive outlook for future lunar missions. The study also highlighted the importance of spacecraft orientation in minimizing radiation exposure.
The threat to vital satellites from energetic particles, particularly those unleashed by a nuclear attack, is a growing concern. Scientists and engineers are exploring various methods to mitigate these dangers, including using radio waves to ‘cleanse’ radiation belts and deploying specialized satellites to create artificial lightning.
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are facing a significantly extended mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) due to technical complications. The mission, initially planned for a week, has been extended to over eight months, raising concerns about the astronauts’ health and well-being due to prolonged exposure to radiation and microgravity.
A resilient desert moss has been found to withstand extreme conditions, including freezing temperatures, dehydration, and radiation levels 1,000 times higher than fatal for humans. Scientists believe this moss could potentially be used for terraforming Mars due to its ability to survive in the harsh Martian environment.
Recent solar storms have captivatingly influenced electronic eyes on Earth and Mars. These storms, triggered by the sun’s amplified activity, have had significant impacts on both planets. NASA missions such as the Curiosity rover have meticulously documented the consequences of these storms on Mars, where the thin atmosphere creates a potentially perilous radiation environment. Understanding these effects is paramount for safeguarding future human missions to the Red Planet.
For decades, the unexplained deaths surrounding the discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922 have been attributed to a curse. However, a new study published in the Journal of Scientific Exploration suggests that the culprit may have been highly toxic materials, including radioactive elements like uranium and radon. These materials could have remained potent within the sealed tomb for over 3,000 years, posing a significant health risk to those who entered.
