Astronomy - Space Axiom

NASA's Latest Moon Images Show the Lunar South Pole

In this mosaic, you can observe the interior floor and walls of Shackleton Crater in remarkable detail, thanks to ShadowCam, while sunlit areas, like the crater's rim and flanks, are the result of LROC imagery.

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NASA's Parker Solar Probe Captures Incredible Footage of Solar Eruption

This remarkable mission not only sheds light on the mysteries of the Sun but also helps us better understand the interactions between solar phenomena and the space environment, contributing to improved space weather forecasting.

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James Webb Captures a Spectacular Image of a Young Star's Phenomenal Outburst

Located about 1,000 light-years away in the Perseus constellation, HH 211 is a stellar marvel, and its image was captured using infrared light, revealing a mesmerizing display of colorful streams.

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NASA's Perseverance Rover Spots a Martian "Avocado" Rock

Taken on September 8 in the Jezero Crater, where Perseverance is diligently searching for signs of ancient life, this curious snapshot adds to the rover's growing collection of rocks that resemble familiar objects.

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India's Lunar Rover Pragyan Went into Sleep Mode

The Vikram lander, responsible for delivering Pragyan to the lunar surface, also joined the rover in sleep mode. These two vehicles will hopefully reawaken, continuing their mission when sunlight returns.

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Australia to Send Its Moon Rover on NASA's Artemis Mission in 2026

Australia's lunar rover is tasked with collecting lunar regolith, also known as lunar soil. NASA will subsequently attempt to extract oxygen from the lunar samples, marking a crucial step toward establishing a sustainable human presence on the Moon.

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James Webb Detects Potential Life-Supporting Conditions on Exoplanet K2-18 b

The detection of methane and carbon dioxide in K2-18 b's atmosphere is a significant milestone. These carbon-bearing molecules suggest the possibility of a hydrogen-rich atmosphere and a surface covered by a water ocean.

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The Stunning Passage of Comet Nishimura: What Every American Should Know

Comet Nishimura, named after the astronomer who discovered it, is a relatively recent addition to our list of known comets. This icy wanderer, originating from the Oort Cloud.

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Astronomers Unravel the Mystery Behind the Most Powerful Space Explosion

Initially mistaken for a supernova, AT2022aedm stood out due to its extreme brightness and rapid fade. Unlike typical supernovas, which gradually dim over months, AT2022aedm dimmed to just 1% of its original brightness in just 14 days.

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James Webb Space Telescope: A New Frontier in Exoplanet Exploration for Americans

This discovery, which offers tantalizing possibilities of life beyond our solar system, is making headlines and sparking curiosity among Americans and the global scientific community.

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Open Cosmos: Leading the Way in Earth Observation with $50 Million Funding

This story, making headlines in various domains from SpaceNews to Reddit communities and BollyInside, highlights the ever-growing interest in Earth observation and the confidence stakeholders have in Open Cosmos.

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India Successfully Launches Its Aditya-L1 Solar Mission

The spacecraft is equipped with seven scientific payloads, including instruments like a visible emission line coronagraph, a solar ultraviolet imaging telescope, and an X-ray spectrometer, which will collect crucial data and observations about the sun's behavior.

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Virgin Galactic Continues Pioneering Path with 'Galactic 03' Space Tourist Flight

Launching from Spaceport America in New Mexico, Virgin’s VSS Unity spaceplane, tethered to the VMS Eve mothership aircraft, ignited its hybrid rocket motor after being released by Eve, reaching a zenith of around 88.5 kilometers.

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James Webb Space Telescope Captures New Images of the Whirlpool Galaxy

Combining both the MIRI and NIRCam images into a composite photo reveals a rich tapestry of details, providing valuable insights into the interplay between stellar feedback and star formation in extragalactic environments.

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Stand up, Space Greta

With a new era of space exploration upon us, it's evident that the call for a 'Space Greta' isn't just about finding a singular voice, but about amplifying the many passionate voices that already exist in the space sector.

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Astronomers Discover Traces of an Ancient Martian Ocean on the Slopes of Olympus Mons

The escarpments indicate that the ocean would have filled in a depression around Olympus Mons. Similar features are found on the northern flank of another Martian volcano, Alba Mons, suggesting the extent of the ancient ocean.

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European Space Ambitions: Ariane 6, Transparency, and Interstellar Diplomacy

Europe's latest endeavors in space showcase a blend of technical brilliance, commitment to transparency, and a philosophical consideration of the cosmos's mysteries. These efforts remind us of the shared responsibility we have in navigating the final frontier.

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India's Chandrayaan-3 Moon Rover Discovers Unexpected Sulfur Presence

Chandrayaan-3's successful landing at the lunar south pole on August 23rd has provided an unprecedented opportunity for scientific exploration of this previously unvisited area.

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NASA Highlights: Crew-6 Returns and Ancient Life Research for Mars Exploration

Australia's outback isn't just about kangaroos and the beautiful wilderness. NASA, in partnership with international scientists, is tapping into Australia's ancient records to better inform their search for life on Mars.

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Indian Moon Rover Pragyan Captures the First Image of Its Lander at Lunar South Pole

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) released two monochrome images of the Vikram lander, showcasing its propulsive legs against the lunar terrain. The rover's image of the lander was captured using the Navigation Camera onboard Pragyan (NavCam).

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Astronomers Find Traces of Ancient Glaciers in Mars Photos

Although Mars is predominantly known for its cold and desiccated environment today, these images offer a glimpse into a more dynamic past. The planet once had a denser atmosphere and significant surface water.

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Astronomers Spot a Mysterious Dark Patch on Neptune's Surface

The dark spot, measuring around 10,000 kilometers in diameter, had puzzled scientists since its discovery by NASA's Voyager 2 in 1989. However, new data collected by the VLT suggests a fresh understanding of its composition and origin.

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Astronomers Unlock a Cosmic Mystery with the Discovery of a New Star Type

This newly found massive helium star may provide insights into the origins of magnetars – extremely dense remnants of dead stars with ultra-strong magnetic fields that have baffled scientists for years.

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NASA's James Webb Telescope Captures New Stunning Images of the Ring Nebula

Roger Wesson from Cardiff University commented on the unprecedented level of detail in the images, revealing that the bright ring within the nebula is comprised of approximately 20,000 individual clumps of dense molecular hydrogen gas.

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NASA’s SpaceX Crew-7 Launches to International Space Station

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched the Dragon spacecraft into orbit carrying NASA astronaut Jasmin Moghbeli, ESA astronaut Andreas Mogensen, JAXA astronaut Satoshi Furukawa, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Konstantin Borisov.