From Earth to the Cosmos: LifeShip’s mission to send DNA into Space
Could you tell us about the inspiration behind LifeShip? What initially sparked the idea to send DNA to space? LifeShip was inspired by a desire to preserve Earth while expanding life and humanity into space. The idea came to me in
Balkan-1 is going to space: everything you need to know
EnduroSat, a pioneering spacecraft design and engineering company, has announced a significant milestone in its ambitious Balkan Constellation project. The integration of the Balkan-1 satellite, which marks the pilot mission for the constellation, has been successfully completed. Slated for deployment
Serbia’s first satellite: a historic step towards space
Serbia is poised to join the ranks of spacefaring nations as it prepares to launch its first satellite into orbit. Named "Mozaik," this ambitious project marks a pivotal moment in Serbia's scientific and technological development, aiming to observe the Sun
World Space Week: space’s role in revolutionizing cybersecurity
As we celebrate World Space Week, it's important to recognise how space exploration and technology continue to profoundly impact our lives. Beyond its contributions to global communication and navigation, space is now emerging as a vital player in the cybersecurity
What does the future of cybersecurity in space looklike?
As space exploration and technology advance, the future of cybersecurity in outer space is becoming a critical concern. With an increasing reliance on satellites and space-based infrastructure for everything from communication to navigation, these systems are now targets for cyber
How do you wash your clothes in space?
Life aboard the International Space Station (ISS) is full of fascinating challenges that require astronauts to adapt in unimaginable ways. While astronauts can eat, sleep, and exercise much like they do on Earth, some tasks, like doing laundry, remain a
What is helium and why is it used in rockets?
By Nivedita Bhattacharjee BENGALURU (Reuters) - Two NASA astronauts aboard Boeing's Starliner will stay on the International Space Station for months because of a faulty propulsion system whose problems included helium leaks. Back on Earth, SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission has been
SpaceX Falcon 9 may resume flights while FAA probe underway
By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The SpaceX Falcon 9 vehicle may return to flight operations while the overall investigation of the anomaly during a recent Starlink mission remains open, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration said on Friday. SpaceX made the return
NASA narrows Crew-9 lineup to accommodate astronauts aboard ISS
By Arsheeya Bajwa (Reuters) - NASA said on Friday it will replace two crew members for an upcoming SpaceX flight to accommodate the two astronauts aboard the International Space Station who had arrived on Boeing's faulty Starliner capsule. NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore