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Archive for September 20th, 2023

Japan’s SLIM moon lander completes 1st critical phase in Earth orbit

September 20th, 2023 by

Japan’s SLIM moon lander has passed a first critical operation period in Earth orbit, meaning its solar panels, communications, propulsion and other systems are working well.

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OSIRIS-REx asteroid probe makes final maneuver before Sept. 24 sample delivery

September 20th, 2023 by

NASA’s OSIRIS-REx probe performed one last trajectory-correcting maneuver on Sunday (Sept. 17) to set up the Sept. 24 arrival of its asteroid sample here on Earth.

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NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover reaches perilous ridge on Red Planet after 3 failed attempts

September 20th, 2023 by

This spot on Mars has preserved information about ancient landslides and evidence of Red Planet water.

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Stoke Space gets closer to 100% reusable rocket with successful ‘Hopper’ test flight (video)

September 20th, 2023 by

Stoke Space successfully tested its Hopper vehicle, showcasing innovative designs for its second stage rocket while aiming for full rocket reusability.

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SpaceX rocket poised to launch on record-breaking 17th flight tonight

September 20th, 2023 by

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is scheduled to launch for a record-setting 17th time tonight (Sept. 19), and you can watch the action live.

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China’s new wide-field survey telescope scopes out Andromeda galaxy

September 20th, 2023 by

A new high-resolution, wide-field telescope situated in China offers its first stunning view.

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NASA’s Ingenuity helicopter breaks altitude record on 59th Mars flight

September 20th, 2023 by

NASA’s Ingenuity Mars helicopter soared higher than ever before over the weekend, getting 66 feet (20 meters) above the ground on its 59th Red Planet flight.

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India to launch test of Gaganyaan crew capsule’s emergency escape system this year

September 20th, 2023 by

In the next month or two, India plans to launch a test mission to validate the crew escape system for its Gaganyaan human spaceflight program.

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