Satellite News

Just another satellite weblog

Archive for February, 2023

Blue Origin aims for Mars in 2024 with twin NASA spacecraft

February 11th, 2023 by

The company will launch NASA’s two-spacecraft ESCAPADE mission in 2024 with its forthcoming New Glenn rocket, assuming Blue Origin has it ready in time.

Category: NEWS | No Comments »

Hurricane-tracking satellites can also keep tabs on harmful microplastics in the ocean

February 11th, 2023 by

A satellite system designed to track hurricanes can reveal where damaging microplastics accumulate in the ocean. A new study now reveals why.

Category: NEWS | No Comments »

Manfrotto MK055XPRO3-BHQ2 tripod review

February 11th, 2023 by

The sturdy MK055XPRO3 BHQ2 can handle heavy astrophotography setups, but it might be overkill for beginners and mirrorless users.

Category: NEWS | No Comments »

Mars atmosphere mystery could be solved by rocks in Minnesota

February 11th, 2023 by

We know precious little about how Mars got its atmosphere or how it disappeared. Now, thanks to some rocks from Duluth, Minnesota, scientists have a new theory.

Category: NEWS | No Comments »

‘PneumoPlanet’ inflatable moon habitat could house 32 astronauts

February 10th, 2023 by

The PneumoPlanet inflatable lunar habitat offers an opportunity for future lunar astronauts to comfortably live, eat and work on the moon, its designers say.

Category: NEWS | No Comments »

NASA test fires new rocket engines for future Artemis moon missions (video)

February 10th, 2023 by

The agency wants to send huge payloads towards the moon starting with Artemis 5. Getting there requires more power from recycled RS-25 space shuttle engines.

Category: NEWS | No Comments »

Lunar love affair: Enjoying the beauty of the moon

February 10th, 2023 by

Throughout history, the has moon remained a favorite skywatching target for astronomers of all levels.

Category: NEWS | No Comments »

Nikon binoculars deal spotted: Save 25% on the Nikon Aculon A211

February 10th, 2023 by

The Nikon Aculon A211 10×42 binoculars are light, have great optics and offer a wide field of view and are now 25% off.

Category: NEWS | No Comments »