Archives February 2024

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Carpathians is a thrilling science fiction novel that takes readers on an epic journey of First Contact on a galactic scale. Set in a future where humans have successfully ventured into space, the story follows the Magellanix deep-space scout Accipiter as it discovers a million-year-old alien artifact hidden in a dormant volcano on a distant planet. The artifact holds immense significance, not only as a technological marvel but also as the key to humanity’s survival and a potential understanding of our place in the universe

A team of researchers has made a significant breakthrough in understanding fast radio bursts (FRBs) by detecting an FRB within the Milky Way using two NASA X-ray telescopes, the Neutron Star Interior Composition Explorer (NICER) and Nuclear Spectroscopic Telescope Array (NuSTAR). This observation provided valuable data that allowed scientists to trace the source of the FRB back to a magnetar, an extraordinarily dense object and a type of neutron star. The researchers found that the rotational rate of the magnet

Astroscale, a Japanese company, is pioneering efforts in commercial space debris removal. Their recent mission, called Active Debris Removal by Astroscale-Japan (ADRAS-J), aims to demonstrate the necessary operations and technology for debris removal in low-Earth orbit (LEO). The mission involves approaching a large uncommunicative piece of space debris and utilizing navigation techniques and sensors to locate and approach the target object. The ADRAS-J mission is part of Japan’s Commercial Removal of Debris Demon

Discover the gripping sci-fi creepypasta “THIS IS NOT A DRILL,” an apocalyptic/time travel horror story that takes readers on a thrilling journey through a multidimensional world plagued by constant apocalypse. As the inhabitants fight for survival against the creatures controlling the Multiverse, they yearn for a sanctuary amidst the chaos. Will they ever find solace? Brace yourself for a suspenseful tale of uncertainty where peace hangs in the balance. Get ready to be captivated by this chilling audiobook.

PLD Space, a Spanish aerospace company, has signed a Boost! contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) to develop its Miura 5 launch service. The Miura 1 suborbital mission launched successfully last year and the company is now focusing on the development of the Miura 5, an orbital-class launch vehicle with a capacity to carry up to 540 kg of hardware. To enhance its launch capabilities, PLD Space plans to develop a modular and customizable payload accommodation system called

Raphael’s Horary Astrology is a comprehensive guide that offers answers to any question about the future. Published by White Press in November 2017, this book is written in English and consists of 141 pages. With an ISBN-10 of 1528700295 and an ISBN-13 of 978-1528700290, this paperback edition weighs 6.7 ounces and measures 5.5 x 0.36 x 8.5 inches. Whether you are curious

NASA’s Curiosity rover recently experienced a series of challenges and progress during its exploration of Mars’ Gale crater. The team encountered software issues that forced them to choose between conducting contact science or moving to a new location. Ultimately, they decided to drive away in order to take advantage of the flat terrain and capture images of the rover wheels using the MAHLI instrument.

Mission Operations Specialist Natalie Moore played a key role as the Mastcam Uplink Lead, planning over 220 images to be taken over

Japan’s H3 rocket has successfully reached orbit on its second attempt, marking a significant milestone for the rocket’s potential to carry out future missions. The launch took place at the Tanegashima Space Center and sent a mass simulator and two small satellites to a Sun-synchronous orbit. The H3 rocket, developed by JAXA and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, is a successor to previous-generation vehicles. The first flight of the H3 rocket failed due to a second stage ignition issue, but changes were

The recent oil spill off the coast of Trinidad and Tobago has prompted concerns about its environmental impact and potential consequences for neighboring countries. Satellite images from the Copernicus Sentinel-1 mission have provided clear visuals of the scale of the disaster. The spill, originating from the ship called The Gulfstream, has traveled over 160 km westwards, now entering Grenada’s marine area and potentially affecting Venezuela. Satellite radar is crucial in monitoring oil spills as it can detect surface texture changes and identify oil slick