5 Of The Most Futuristic Features Of SpaceX's EVA Suits
SpaceX space suits look pretty different to the bulky design we've all grown used to seeing from NASA. So what makes the company's designs so different?
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Mars Has Creepy Geological 'Spiders' And Researchers Have Recreated Them On Earth
The surface of Mars is covered in spider-like patterns, but how they formed has long been a mystery. Researchers at NASA may have just figured it out.
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10 International Collaborations That Pushed Space Exploration Into The Future
The United States may have landed on the moon first, but to achieve the most out of it, space exploration is really more of a team effort.
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The Evolution Of The Telescope, From Galileo To Hubble And Beyond
Astronomers have constructed telescopes of every kind - massive observatories designed to pick up faint traces of light across space.
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How Scientists Research Astronauts' Mental Health In Space
It's very important that space agencies support the mental health of astronauts. That's why there are various experiments on this topic going on right now.
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Stranded NASA Astronauts Are Ditching Boeing Spacesuits For SpaceX Gear: Here's Why
The Boeing Starliner mission is set to return without its astronauts. Now, these stranded astronauts are ditching their spacesuits for SpaceX gear.
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Everything We Know About SpaceX's New Raptor 3 Engine
SpaceX has announced its third-generation reusable methane-oxygen staged combustion engine, the Raptor 3. This is what we know.
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5 Times Space Junk Almost Caused A Major Disaster
Space junk is a huge concern for those who want to put anything into orbit or keep it there. Here are a few times that space junk narrowly averted disaster.
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SpaceX Dragon: How The Groundbreaking Capsule Got Its Name
While Dragon is just a cool name for a space capsule on its own, its nomenclature does actually have an origin story, according to Elon Musk and SpaceX.
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SpaceX Crew Dragon Vs. Boeing Starliner: The Biggest Differences Explained
Having two different spacecrafts gives NASA the option to choose which is best for each mission -- but how do they compare to each other?
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Boeing Starliner: How Much Did The Landmark Spacecraft Cost?
The Boeing Starliner has been plagued by delays and major issues since day one, but how much has it cost to develop, launch, and now return to Earth uncrewed?
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SpaceX Will Destroy The ISS – Here's What We Know About The Plan
When it's time to bring down the International Space Station, NASA has tapped SpaceX to develop the vehicle to de-orbit it. Here's what to expect.
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NASA Orders Starliner Return Without Stranded ISS Crew: Here's Why
NASA has made the final call and the Starliner will return without its crew. Here's why NASA made that decision and how the astronauts will make it home.
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Why Sulfur On Mars Was A Surprise (And Why It's Too Soon To Get Excited About Aliens)
In May 2024, NASA's Curiosity rover stumbled upon elemental sulfur on Mars. This was a major surprise, but don't get too excited about aliens yet.
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What Engines Did Apollo 11 Use & Just How Powerful Are They?
Apollo 11's Saturn V rocket needed a lot of power to launch into orbit and reach the Moon. Here's what engines the spacecraft used to accomplish its mission.
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Here's How The ISS Ship Docking System Works
The International Space Station is the hub for all things space exploration and research, bolstered by a union of worldwide collaboration among nations.
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Why NASA Thinks That Life Could Survive On Jupiter And Saturn's Icy Moons
Conditions in outer space make it difficult for organic matter to exist, but here's why NASA thinks life could survive on Jupiter and Saturn's icy moons.
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ISS Emergency: How Would Astronauts Escape?
Even in the event of a major emergency, the International Space Station crews have a plan in place. Here's how the astronauts would escape safely.
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5 Creative Uses For An Xbox Controller
More than 20 years ago, Microsoft released software that allowed Xbox controllers to work with PCs. Now, they're used for a lot more than gaming.
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How Did Sputnik Work, And What Did It Actually Do?
The Space Age officially began when the USSR launched Sputnik on October 4, 1957. But how did this satellite work, and what did it actually do?
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Why Scientists Are Mining Historical Shipwrecks For Dark Matter Experiments
The interesting reason why scientists are mining shipwrecks to progress knowledge of dark matter has become quite controversial in some circles.
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This US City Is The Most Vulnerable To Space Radiation, According To Scientists
Space weather won't physically harm you, but it can impact city electric grids and technology. Here is the U.S. city most vulnerable to space radiation.
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The Incredible Way Astronauts Take Pictures Of Earth From The International Space Station
There are a couple different ways to get pictures of the Earth from the International Space Station.
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An Exploding Star Is About To Be Visible From Earth: Here's When You Can See It
This fall, a recurring explosion that happened just under 3,000 years ago will be visible from Earth with the naked eye. Here's what happened.
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Here's The Effects Space Radiation Has On Orbiting Satellites
Radiation surrounds us here on Earth, but space has plenty, too. While most is reflected off our atmosphere, satellites are particularly vulnerable to it.
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How Short Trips To Space Can Alter An Astronaut's Biology
Research suggests that it's not just long-term tenures in space that affect human biology and DNA. Even short-term visits can have big effects.
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NASA Found Something Unexpected In Its First Sample From An Asteroid
The composition of this pristine asteroid sample has already provided NASA with exciting data and an unexpected find. Here's the details.
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