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science-and-technology1 year ago

Witness SpaceX's Crew Missions: From Launch to Space Station Arrival

NASA invites digital content creators to register for the SpaceX Crew-10 mission launch, scheduled for February 2025, which will transport astronauts to the International Space Station. The event offers exclusive access to Kennedy Space Center, including a tour and interaction with experts. Registration is open to social media users who actively engage audiences and closes on December 16, 2023. Selected participants will be notified by January 24, 2024.

science-and-technology2 years ago

"Media Invited to Witness NASA's SpaceX Crew-8 Space Station Launch"

NASA and SpaceX are preparing for the Crew-8 mission launch to the International Space Station, targeted for no earlier than mid-February. The mission will carry astronauts Matthew Dominick, Michael Barratt, Jeanette Epps, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin aboard a Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon Endeavour spacecraft. Media accreditation is now open, with different deadlines for U.S. and international media. The mission is a part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, and further details can be found on NASA's website.

science-and-technology2 years ago

"NASA Unveils Spectacular Top Photos of 2023 Across National Platforms"

NASA has released a collection of its most memorable images from 2023, showcasing significant events such as the 25th anniversary of the International Space Station, the Artemis II mission, the return of asteroid samples by OSIRIS-REx, and various astronaut activities. Highlights include the launch of the Soyuz rocket with Expedition 70, STEM outreach by astronauts, the SpaceX Dragon Endurance spacecraft landing, and preparations for the Psyche mission. These images celebrate a year of achievements and advancements in space exploration.

science-and-technology2 years ago

"2023: The Year Space Exploration Surpassed Science Fiction"

In 2023, significant space exploration milestones included the detection of gravitational waves by NANOGrav, groundbreaking observations by the James Webb Space Telescope, the return of asteroid samples by OSIRIS-REx, the 25th anniversary of the International Space Station, and a record-breaking number of U.S. rocket launches, primarily by SpaceX. These achievements are contributing to a deeper understanding of the universe, from the study of supermassive black holes and dark matter to the potential origins of life and advancements in space technology.

science-and-technology2 years ago

"Spotting Santa's Sleigh: Your Guide to Viewing the ISS Overhead This Christmas"

The International Space Station (ISS) was visible over London on Christmas morning and can be spotted globally with the help of NASA's Spot The Station tool. This online resource allows users to find when the ISS will be visible in their area by entering their location, providing details on the exact position and duration of visibility. The ISS, traveling at 5 miles per second, completes an orbit every 90 minutes, offering frequent opportunities for sightings, especially around sunrise in areas with low light pollution.