"5...4...3...2...1...release." With that countdown, the Apollo-like test article that is a base model for the agency's…
Month: July 2011
NASA’s Chandra Observatory Images Gas Flowing Toward Black Hole
The flow of hot gas toward a black hole has been clearly imaged for the first…
Competitive space for Europe through technology and innovation
This year’s ESA Technology Innovation Days, on 22–23 November at ESTEC, will showcase technology developments supported…
[release] Certification for ISS onboard astronaut
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency has been providing basic training to be certified as an astro
NASA Safety Chief Bryan O’Connor To Retire
Bryan O'Connor, NASA's chief of safety and mission assurance since 2002, has announced plans to retire…
NASA and International Partners Discuss New Uses for Space Station
The Multilateral Coordination Board (MCB) for the International Space Station partner agencies met Tuesday, July 26,…
NASA Sets Launch Coverage Events For Mission To Jupiter
NASA's Juno spacecraft is set to launch toward Jupiter aboard a United Launch Alliance Atlas V…
Driving on the Moon
Apollo 15 lunar module pilot Jim Irwin loaded the lunar rover with tools and equipment in…