NASA has launched a global competition to develop an innovative rescue system for stranded astronauts on the Moon. With a prize of up to $20,000, the challenge invites designs capable of transporting a fully suited astronaut across the Moon’s rugged terrain in emergencies. The system must be lightweight (under 50 pounds), compact, and functional under Read More…
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams is making strides in space agriculture by growing “Outredgeous” romaine lettuce aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This innovative study is part of NASA’s ongoing efforts to explore sustainable food sources for long-duration space missions, with the potential to revolutionize agriculture both in space and on Earth. The research focuses on Read More…
An unexpected and alarming event unfolded aboard the International Space Station (ISS) when a toxic smell was detected during the opening of the Russian Progress MS-29 cargo spacecraft on November 23, 2024. NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and her team quickly responded to the situation, isolating the affected area and using personal protective equipment (PPE) to Read More…
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has addressed rumors regarding her health aboard the International Space Station (ISS), assuring everyone that she is fit and maintaining a stable weight despite the physical challenges of living in a microgravity environment. Williams confirmed her strong health status in a recent update, dispelling speculation that her weight or fitness might Read More…
NASA’s C-130 aircraft has embarked on a crucial journey, transporting essential components for the highly anticipated NISAR mission to India. The radar antenna reflector, a pivotal part of the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite, is headed to Bengaluru, where it will be integrated with the spacecraft built in collaboration with the Indian Space Research Read More…