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space-technology1 year ago•2 min saved

"Space Capsule Plunges Through Earth's Atmosphere in Hypersonic Descent"

Varda Space Industries' W-1 spacecraft captured footage of its reentry into Earth's atmosphere at 25 times the speed of sound, showcasing the intense journey from space to a remote area in Utah. The capsule, designed to withstand atmospheric heating, conducted experiments in microgravity, including the production of an HIV drug, before returning to Earth. This event highlights the increasing involvement of commercial companies in space exploration and the unique opportunities for processing materials in microgravity.

via Mashable|

#commercial-space-ventures #microgravity-processing #reentry-mission

space2 years ago•2 min saved

Japan's ispace faces setback after lunar lander crash.

Japan's ispace lunar lander, Hakuto-R Mission 1, failed to land on the Moon due to an unexpected acceleration during its descent, causing it to crash on the lunar surface. The company believes the altitude measurement system miscalculated the distance to the surface, resulting in the lander's failure to reduce its speed. ispace was hoping to become the first private company to land on the Moon and is already working on follow-up missions. Other companies, such as Astrobiotic and Intuitive Machines, are also vying for a lunar landing spot as the commercial race to the Moon continues.

via Gizmodo|

#commercial-space-ventures #ispace #lunar-lander