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NASA and Blue Origin Collaborate for New Glenn Rocket Testing at Historic Stennis Space Center

NASA and Blue Origin Collaborate for New Glenn Rocket Testing at Historic Stennis Space Center

NASA and Blue Origin have announced a partnership to conduct hot fire testing of the New Glenn rocket's second stage at NASA's Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. This collaboration is part of a reimbursable Space Act Agreement aimed at supporting future Artemis missions, which are planned for 2027 and beyond. The testing will take place on the historic B-2 test stand, originally used for the Saturn V rocket stages during the Apollo Program. The New Glenn rocket, named after astronaut John Glenn, features a second stage powered by two BE-3 engines, each producing 200,000 pounds of thrust. This initiative is part of a broader effort to integrate modern commercial spaceflight capabilities with existing NASA infrastructure to advance lunar and Mars exploration.

NASA Prepares Roman Space Telescope for August Launch to Enhance Cosmic Data Collection

NASA Prepares Roman Space Telescope for August Launch to Enhance Cosmic Data Collection

NASA has announced that the Roman Space Telescope, a new observatory expected to generate over 500 terabytes of cosmic data annually, has been fueled and is set for launch on August 30, 2026. This telescope, which will be launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, is nine months ahead of schedule and under budget. The Roman Space Telescope will complement existing telescopes like the Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes by providing a wider field of view, allowing it to capture more extensive cosmic phenomena. The fueling process involved hydrazine, a highly efficient but toxic fuel, which is standard for NASA spacecraft. The telescope will be stationed at Lagrange point 2, a stable gravitational point about a million miles from Earth, where it will use its propellant to maintain its orbit and ensure its solar panels face the sun.

NASA Astronaut Chris Williams to Discuss Space Station Mission and Its Impact on Earth

NASA Astronaut Chris Williams to Discuss Space Station Mission and Its Impact on Earth

NASA astronaut Chris Williams is set to discuss his recent mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) during a news conference scheduled for August 4 at the Johnson Space Center in Houston. Williams, who returned to Earth on July 26, spent 241 days in space as part of the Expedition 73/74 crew. During his mission, he supported various scientific investigations, including research on semiconductor crystals and cancer treatments, and participated in two spacewalks. These activities are aimed at advancing the commercial space economy and improving life on Earth. The mission also involved the arrival and departure of multiple spacecraft, contributing to the ongoing operations and research aboard the ISS.

NASA's Expedition 75 Crew Prepares for Upcoming Spacewalks to Enhance ISS Operations

NASA's Expedition 75 Crew Prepares for Upcoming Spacewalks to Enhance ISS Operations

NASA's Expedition 75 crew, led by Commander Jessica Meir, is actively preparing for a series of spacewalks scheduled in August. The crew's activities include checking spacesuits, conducting eye exams, and engaging in exercise research aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The spacewalks aim to upgrade solar arrays, replace a communications antenna, and connect power and data cables to support ISS operations. The first spacewalk, involving Meir and Flight Engineer Anil Menon, is set for August 6, 2026, and will focus on preparing the station for its seventh roll-out solar array. The crew is also involved in various other tasks, such as Earth imagery and lab inventory duties.

NASA Prepares Roman Space Telescope for August Launch to Study Exoplanets and Dark Energy

NASA Prepares Roman Space Telescope for August Launch to Study Exoplanets and Dark Energy

NASA has completed fueling the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, marking a crucial step towards its scheduled launch in late August. The telescope, fueled with 290 gallons of hydrazine, will travel to the Sun-Earth Lagrange point 2 (L2), located about one million miles from Earth. This position offers an optimal environment for astronomical observations. The Roman Space Telescope is designed to study thousands of exoplanets and investigate the nature of dark energy, which is believed to be causing the universe's accelerated expansion. The mission is set for a primary duration of five years, with the potential for an additional five-year extension.

US-India NISAR Satellite Begins Public Data Release with Striking Image

US-India NISAR Satellite Begins Public Data Release with Striking Image

The U.S.-India NISAR satellite has commenced the public release of its data, starting with a striking radar image resembling a hummingbird over Antarctica. This image is part of the satellite's mission to provide detailed radar imagery of Earth's surface, which optical satellites cannot capture. The NISAR satellite, a collaboration between NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), uses L-band and S-band radar systems to scan nearly all of Earth's land and ice surfaces every 12 days. The data release follows months of calibration since the satellite's launch in July 2025.

NASA Astronaut Chris Williams Returns to Earth After Completing ISS Mission

NASA Astronaut Chris Williams Returns to Earth After Completing ISS Mission

NASA astronaut Chris Williams has returned to Earth after an eight-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Williams, along with Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev, landed safely in Kazakhstan on July 26, 2026. The mission, which began on November 27, 2025, involved extensive scientific research and station maintenance. During their 241 days in space, the crew completed 3,856 orbits of Earth, covering over 102 million miles. Williams participated in two spacewalks, contributing to the station's power system upgrades and the maintenance of the Canadarm2 robotic arm. The mission aimed to advance scientific understanding and prepare for future human exploration of the Moon and Mars.

NASA Astronaut Chris Williams Returns to Earth After Successful Space Station Mission

NASA Astronaut Chris Williams Returns to Earth After Successful Space Station Mission

NASA astronaut Chris Williams has returned to Earth after completing his first mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Williams, along with Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev, landed in Kazakhstan on July 26, 2026. During his eight-month stay on the ISS, Williams participated in various scientific investigations and technology demonstrations. He also conducted two spacewalks to prepare for power system upgrades and repair the Canadarm2 robotic arm. His mission contributes to ongoing efforts to maintain and enhance the ISS's capabilities.

Private mission to rescue NASA's aging telescope runs into its own trouble

Private mission to rescue NASA's aging telescope runs into its own trouble

The spacecraft rushing to the rescue of NASA's sinking Swift Observatory has run into trouble

NASA and Blue Origin Collaborate for New Glenn Rocket Testing at Historic Facility

NASA and Blue Origin Collaborate for New Glenn Rocket Testing at Historic Facility

NASA and Blue Origin have announced a partnership to conduct hot fire testing of the New Glenn rocket's second stage at NASA's Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. This collaboration is part of a reimbursable Space Act Agreement aimed at supporting Artemis missions planned for 2027 and beyond. The testing will take place on the historic B-2 test stand, which was originally built for the Apollo Program's Saturn V rocket stages and has since been used for major propulsion milestones, including the Space Launch System core stage Green Run testing before Artemis I. The New Glenn rocket, named after NASA astronaut John Glenn, features a second stage powered by two BE-3 engines using liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen propellants, each producing 200,000 pounds of thrust in vacuum.

NASA Unveils New Wind Tunnel at Langley Research Center to Advance Aeronautics and Space Exploration

NASA Unveils New Wind Tunnel at Langley Research Center to Advance Aeronautics and Space Exploration

NASA is set to open a new wind tunnel at the Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, marking the first such facility in over 40 years. The Flight Dynamics Research Facility will be officially unveiled during a media event on July 31st, attended by NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, Langley Center Director Dr. Trina Dyal, and U.S. General Services Administration Administrator Edward C. Forst. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to support NASA's mission in aeronautics and space exploration by providing advanced testing capabilities. It will allow engineers to evaluate aircraft stability, autonomous flight systems, and spacecraft operating in challenging atmospheric conditions. The research conducted here will contribute to NASA's broad mission portfolio, including next-generation aviation technologies and the Artemis campaign, which aims to establish a sustained human presence on the lunar surface.

NASA Astronaut Chris Williams and Crew Prepare to Depart International Space Station

NASA Astronaut Chris Williams and Crew Prepare to Depart International Space Station

NASA astronaut Chris Williams, along with Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergey Mikaev, are preparing to depart the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft. The crew is concluding a 241-day mission in space, during which they completed 3,856 orbits and traveled over 102 million miles. This mission marks the first spaceflight for Williams and Mikaev, and the second for Kud-Sverchkov. The hatch between the Soyuz and the ISS is scheduled to close at approximately 11:30 p.m. EDT. NASA is providing live coverage of the crew's farewell and the spacecraft's hatch closing. The Soyuz MS-28 launched and docked with the ISS on November 27, 2025.