Tag: Lunar Missions
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2026 Moon: 13 Full Moons and a Human Return Home
Introduction: A Year That Aligns With the Moon Moon lovers and space enthusiasts have long watched the sky for celestial rhythms. In 2026, those rhythms align in a way that could feel almost poetic: 13 full moons in a single year and a renewed push for humans to return to the Moon. This potential double…
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What to Watch in 2026: Elections, Climate Deals, Moon Missions, and the World Cup
Overview: A Year of Global Milestones As governments, researchers, and fans gear up for 2026, the year promises a mix of political drama, scientific ambition, and global celebration. From elections that could reshape policy to climate agreements that test international cooperation, to bold space missions and a blockbuster World Cup, 2026 is poised to be…
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The 12 Biggest Space Stories of 2025 – According to You
Introduction: A Year of Unprecedented Space Activity The year 2025 proved to be a watershed for space science and exploration. From ambitious missions to shifts in national policies, researchers and enthusiasts alike shared highlights that shaped our understanding of the cosmos. Here are the 12 biggest space stories of 2025, as selected by readers and…
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NASA Ignites a Golden Age of Exploration in 2025
NASA’s 2025 Milestones Signal a New Era of Exploration In 2025, NASA reported steady progress across its human spaceflight, science, and aeronautics programs. The agency is advancing preparations for its next phase of lunar exploration and longer-term ambitions beyond the Moon. With disciplined momentum and a clear strategy, NASA aims to deepen our understanding of…
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New Exosuit With Artificial Muscles Aims to Free Astronauts on the Moon and Mars
A Breakthrough to Ease Movement in Spacewear For generations, astronauts have wrestled with the effort required to move inside a pressurized spacesuit. The same protection that keeps the body safe from the vacuum also creates resistance that makes simple tasks feel like strenuous workouts. A new exosuit, powered by artificial muscles, aims to change that…
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ESA Astronauts Complete Helicopter Training Ahead of Lunar Missions
ESA Astronauts Finish Helicopter Training Ahead of Moon Missions Four European Space Agency astronauts have completed a three-week helicopter training course with the German Bundeswehr, marking a significant step in Europe’s preparations for crewed lunar operations. The hands-on programme at the International Helicopter Training Centre in Bückeburg, Germany, is designed to mirror the real-world challenges…
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ESA astronauts complete helicopter training in preparation for future lunar missions
ESA astronauts complete helicopter training in Germany as part of lunar mission readiness Four European Space Agency (ESA) astronauts have completed a focused helicopter training course with the German Bundeswehr, marking a significant milestone in Europe’s preparation for future lunar exploration. The hands‑on programme, designed to mirror the realities of lunar descent and ascent, wrapped…
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ESA astronauts complete helicopter training for lunar missions
ESA astronauts complete helicopter training as a step toward lunar surface operations Four European Space Agency (ESA) astronauts have completed an intensive three-week helicopter training course with the German Bundeswehr, marking a significant milestone in Europe’s preparations for future missions to the Moon and operations on its surface. The hands-on programme, conducted at the International…
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Starship Flight 11: Milestones in Return, Re-entry, and Landing Reached
Overview: A major step for Starship’s reusability SpaceX has completed its eleventh integrated flight test of Starship, marking a significant milestone in the development of the world’s most powerful and fully reusable launch system. Launching from Starbase, Texas, the mission showcased a series of critical objectives for both the Super Heavy booster and the Starship…
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SpaceX’s Starship Makes 11th Test Flight: A Milestone for Deep Space Ambitions
SpaceX Achieves a Major Milestone with Starship’s 11th Test Flight SpaceX successfully conducted the 11th test flight of its colossal Starship rocket, a mission that pushed the vehicle further along its ambitious path toward deep-space exploration. The mission, launched from the southern tip of Texas, featured notable maneuvering and the release of eight mock satellites…