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NASA Advances ESA's Rosalind Franklin Mars Mission with New Implementation Phase

NASA Advances ESA's Rosalind Franklin Mars Mission with New Implementation Phase

NASA has approved the implementation phase for the Rosalind Franklin Support and Augmentation (ROSA) project, which is part of the European Space Agency's (ESA) Rosalind Franklin mission to Mars. This mission, scheduled for launch in 2028, aims to search for signs of past or present life beneath the Martian surface. NASA's role includes providing essential hardware and services such as the launch service, braking engines for the rover's lander platform, and radioisotope heater units for the rover's internal systems. Additionally, NASA will supply specialized electronics and a mass spectrometer for the Mars organic molecule analyzer, which will investigate potential life-building blocks in samples from Mars' Oxia Planum. The mission will be launched using SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
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NASA Selects Voyager for Seventh Private Mission to International Space Station

NASA Selects Voyager for Seventh Private Mission to International Space Station

NASA has selected Voyager Technologies for its seventh private astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS), scheduled to launch no earlier than 2028 from Florida. This mission, named VOYG-1, marks Voyager's first selection for a private astronaut mission, highlighting NASA's commitment to fostering a commercial space economy. The mission will involve a 14-day stay aboard the ISS, with Voyager submitting four proposed crew members for review by NASA and its international partners. This initiative is part of NASA's strategy to expand opportunities for private industry in low Earth orbit and support the development of a sustainable orbital economy.
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NASA Partners with Voyager for Seventh Private Mission to International Space Station

NASA Partners with Voyager for Seventh Private Mission to International Space Station

NASA has announced a partnership with Voyager Technologies for the seventh private astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS), scheduled to launch no earlier than 2028 from Florida. This marks Voyager's first selection for a private mission to the ISS, highlighting NASA's commitment to fostering a commercial space economy. The mission, named VOYG-1, will involve a 14-day stay aboard the ISS. Voyager will propose four crew members for NASA's review, who will then undergo training with NASA and its partners. The mission aims to advance scientific knowledge and demonstrate new technologies in microgravity, supporting NASA's long-term goals for deep space exploration.
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Exclusive-Ukraine PM says she feels more confident of US support after visit to Washington

Exclusive-Ukraine PM says she feels more confident of US support after visit to Washington

By Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) - Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko left the United States on Thursday buoyed by what she called positive talks with top U.S. officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, saying she found him to be supportive of her war-torn country.
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NASA Unveils Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to Revolutionize Cosmic Exploration

NASA Unveils Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to Revolutionize Cosmic Exploration

NASA is set to unveil its latest space telescope, the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, at the Goddard Space Flight Center. Originally named the Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope (WFIRST), it was renamed in honor of Nancy Grace Roman, NASA's first chief astronomer. The telescope is designed to conduct three core surveys aimed at addressing significant astrophysical mysteries and enhancing cosmic exploration. The Optical Telescope Assembly, featuring a 7.9-foot primary mirror, was developed by L3Harris Technologies. The Roman Telescope is in its final testing stages and is scheduled for launch from Kennedy Space Center using a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket as early as this fall.
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NASA and Voyager Technologies Sign Agreement for 7th Private Crew Flight to ISS, Targeting 2028 Launch

NASA and Voyager Technologies Sign Agreement for 7th Private Crew Flight to ISS, Targeting 2028 Launch

NASA and Voyager Technologies have entered into an agreement to launch the seventh private astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS), with a launch from Florida planned no earlier than 2028. This mission, named VOYG-1, marks Voyager's first private astronaut flight to the ISS. The mission is expected to last up to 14 days, during which the crew will conduct research and demonstrate new technologies in a microgravity environment. Voyager will propose a four-person crew for the mission, which will be subject to review by NASA and its international partners. The company will also be responsible for purchasing mission services from NASA, including cargo delivery, storage, and daily crew consumables. Once the crew is confirmed, NASA, along with its partner agencies and the launch provider, will train the astronauts in preparation for the flight.
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SpaceX and Blue Origin Compete in Lunar Lander Development for Artemis Missions

SpaceX and Blue Origin Compete in Lunar Lander Development for Artemis Missions

Elon Musk's SpaceX and Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin are intensifying their efforts to develop lunar landers for NASA's Artemis missions, aiming to land humans on the Moon by the end of the decade. Both companies have been awarded multi-billion-dollar contracts to create reusable landers, with SpaceX working on its Human Landing System and Blue Origin developing the Blue Moon lander. The Artemis III mission, scheduled for mid-2027, will test these landers' docking capabilities with NASA's Orion capsule in low Earth orbit. This mission is a precursor to the planned lunar landings in 2028, where the Orion capsule and moon lander will dock in lunar orbit before astronauts descend to the Moon's surface. NASA's broader goal is to establish a permanent human presence on the Moon's south pole, which will serve as a proving ground for future crewed Mars missions.
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Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Prepares for Landmark Reflight with Static Fire Test

Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Prepares for Landmark Reflight with Static Fire Test

Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Prepares for Landmark Reflight with Static Fire Test
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Exclusive-Starlink outage hit drone tests, exposing Pentagon’s growing reliance on SpaceX

Exclusive-Starlink outage hit drone tests, exposing Pentagon’s growing reliance on SpaceX

By David Jeans April 16 (Reuters) - Last August, U.S. Navy officials carrying out a test of unmanned vessels realized they had hit a single point of failure: Starlink.
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Rebekah Tolatovicz's Role in NASA's Artemis Program Highlights Engineering Contributions

Rebekah Tolatovicz's Role in NASA's Artemis Program Highlights Engineering Contributions

Rebekah Tolatovicz, a mechanical technician lead at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, plays a crucial role in the assembly and testing of the Orion spacecraft for the Artemis missions. Employed by ASRC Federal and supporting Lockheed Martin, Tolatovicz is involved in the integration and testing of spacecraft components, including those for the Artemis II mission, which recently completed a successful crewed mission around the Moon. Her work involves coordinating technicians and collaborating with engineers to ensure the spacecraft's readiness for future missions. Tolatovicz's journey began as an intern, and she has since become an integral part of the team, contributing to NASA's efforts to return humans to the Moon.
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SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch Illuminates North Carolina Sky, Captivating Early Risers

SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch Illuminates North Carolina Sky, Captivating Early Risers

SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket launch from Cape Canaveral, Florida, was visible in the pre-dawn sky over North Carolina on Tuesday. The launch window was between 2:13 and 6:13 AM, and the rocket's vapor trails were illuminated by the rising sun, creating a striking visual display. The curvature of the Earth made the rocket appear to move sideways, surprising many observers. The event was widely photographed and shared by residents, highlighting the public's interest in space exploration and technology.
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Expedition 74 Crew Begins Unloading Cygnus XL Cargo at ISS

Expedition 74 Crew Begins Unloading Cygnus XL Cargo at ISS

The Expedition 74 crew aboard the International Space Station (ISS) has begun unloading the Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft, which was recently captured and installed using the Canadarm2 robotic arm. The Cygnus XL delivered over 11,000 pounds of new science experiments, lab hardware, and crew supplies. NASA flight engineers Chris Williams and Jack Hathaway, along with Jessica Meir and Sophie Adenot, are transferring time-critical research samples for preservation. The cargo includes research hardware for studying blood stem cells, astronaut gut health, and pharmaceutical production, as well as an advanced exercise system and new eye-imaging hardware.