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Astro-Challenge: See Titan’s Shadow Cross Saturn
Why 2025 is a good time to spy a rare sighting of Titan’s shadow. Nothing wows…
Even Stellar Black Holes Shape Their Galaxies
It’s nearly impossible to overstate the effect supermassive black holes have on their host galaxies. When…
Can Ion Engines Use Water as a Propellant?
By Evan Gough April 28, 2025 Ion drives are renowned for their efficiency. They’re extremely efficient…
How Do Robots Feel In Space?
By Andy Tomaswick April 28, 2025 How do robots feel in space? This is both a…
A Huge Molecular Cloud Found Close to the Solar System
Molecular clouds are composed mostly of molecular hydrogen and other molecules, along with cosmic dust. These…
The Moon is a Constant Source of Minimoons
Earth has only one natural satellite, the Moon, which is relatively large compared to its parent…
Origins of gold traced to extreme explosions of collapsed stars
Gold may not come from where you think. According to new research, some of the gold…
Walking Moon Robots Possibly More Reliable than Lunar Rovers
By Laurence Tognetti, MSc April 28, 2025 How can walking robots deliver more efficient in-situ robotic…
Harnessing Nanosatellite Technology for Lunar Infrastructure
By Laurence Tognetti, MSc April 30, 2025 How can nanosatellites help advance lunar exploration and settlement?…