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SpaceX Completes Final Flight Test, Teases Q2 Crewed Launch
SpaceX successfully completed a launch escape demonstration of its Crew Dragon spacecraft and Falcon 9 rocket over the weekend. A joint effort between Elon Musk’s aerospace firm and NASA, Sunday’s trial proved the […]
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Boeing Starliner Capsule Attached to Atlas Rocket Ahead of Flight Test
The Boeing CST-100 Starliner spacecraft has taken a significant step toward launch. Headed for the International Space Station on the company’s uncrewed Orbital Flight Test, Starliner last week made the 10-mile trek from […]
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Stingray-Inspired Spacecraft Could Explore ‘Dark Side’ of Venus
Venus lies within Earth’s orbit, but little is known about our neighboring planet—especially its “dark side.” University at Buffalo researchers want to change that, though, with their unique spacecraft. The Bio-inspired Ray for […]
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SpaceX: Leaky Valve Culprit in April Crew Dragon Explosion
SpaceX has identified the cause of its Crew Dragon capsule explosion in April. A leaky valve reportedly allowed propellant to enter high-pressure helium tubes some 100 milliseconds before the spacecraft’s thrusters were due […]
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NASA Spacecraft to Use ‘Green’ Fuel For First Time
A non-toxic, rosé-colored liquid could fuel the future of space travel. NASA will test the high-performance “green” material, as well as a compatible propulsion system, in space this month with the Green Propellant […]
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