Tag: Moon Missions
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Preparing Robotic Explorers to Pave the Way for Human Mars Missions
Intro: Mars ambitions rise on the back of lunar and robotic groundwork As space agencies pivot toward sustained human presence beyond Earth, scientists are turning to robotic explorers to test, refine, and de-risk the steps needed for human missions to Mars. By leveraging ongoing missions focused on the Moon, we can tackle critical challenges long…
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What to watch in 2026: Elections, climate deals, Moon missions and the World Cup
Five major events to watch in 2026 The year 2026 is poised to unfold across politics, science, sports, and global policy. From pivotal elections to ambitious space journeys and the world’s biggest football festival, the next 12 months could redefine leadership, climate commitments, and international collaboration. Here are the five events to watch and why…
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What to Watch in 2026: Elections, Climate Deals, Moon Missions
What to Watch in 2026: Elections, Climate Deals, Moon Missions and the World Cup As we step into 2026, the world faces a mix of pivotal moments across politics, science, and sport. This year could reshape policies, spark new collaborations, and push humanity further into space and competition. Here’s a concise look at five of…
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How NASA in 2025 Could Reshape the Agency Forever
The Year of Uncertainty and Opportunity 2025 has been a watershed year for NASA, a period defined less by a single mission and more by strategic recalibration. Amid debates over funding, staffing, and the fate of several science missions, the agency has been forced to reexamine its playbook for advancing the Moon-to-Mars pipeline. This piece…
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The Moon and Sun Take Center Stage in 2026’s Cosmic Wonders
Introduction: A Year of Cosmic Spotlight As the calendar flips to 2026, the cosmos commands the stage with the Moon and Sun sharing top billing in a year packed with lunar missions, solar observations, and ambitious space initiatives. From renewed astronaut sorties to a flotilla of robotic landers, this year promises a front-row seat to…
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2026’s Cosmic Wonders: The Moon and Sun Take Center Stage
Introduction: A Year of celestial milestones 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for space enthusiasts. The moon and the sun are not just distant lights in the night sky but focal points in a lineup of ambitious missions, robotic landers, and scientific breakthroughs. As astronauts prepare for a return to the lunar…
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NASA Ignites a New Golden Age of Exploration in 2025
Intro: A Historic 2025 for Space 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 while pursuing longer-term ambitions that extend beyond the Moon. With milestones in crewed missions, robotic science, and transformative aviation research, NASA is…
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DARPA Eyes Moon-Side Threat Tracking as US Space Defense Expands
Overview: A New Front in Space Defense As the Moon becomes a focal point in the next era of space activity, the United States is exploring ways to monitor spacecraft and other objects operating near lunar space. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has issued calls for research and prototypes that could help authorities…
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New Exosuit with Artificial Muscles Aims to Revolutionize Space Walks
New Exosuit with Artificial Muscles Could Change Space Exploration Generations of astronauts have described the challenge of moving inside a pressurized suit. The very protection that keeps them alive — pressurization — also creates resistance that can sap strength and slow deliberate movement. A new exosuit, tested during a two-week space analog mission in Australia,…
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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…