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Hype's NASA news section offers an insightful look at the agency's latest endeavors in space exploration, aeronautics, and science. With a focus on the intricate details of mission planning, technological innovations, and research breakthroughs, our content serves as a definitive source for comprehensive updates on NASA's contributions to expanding the frontiers of knowledge and capability in space.
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2024-05-15T00:31:28.326319-07:00
Voyager Space Secures NASA Contract for Mars Transit Airlock
Voyager Space announced it has received a contract from NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center to develop an innovative airlock concept for the Mars Transit Vehicle, highlighting its leadership in space exploration technology.
2024-05-14T23:27:46.245523-07:00
UW-Led Project Finalist for NASA's Next-Gen Earth-Observing Satellites
A University of Washington-led project focused on studying atmospheric layers and ozone is among the finalists for NASA's upcoming Earth-observing satellite missions.
2024-05-14T23:05:12.681115-07:00
Car-Size Asteroid in Close Flyby with Earth
The asteroid approached within 11,500 miles of Earth on May 14, marking a significant near-miss event.
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2024-05-15T03:58:55.048220-07:00 •
Qatar Airways CEO Urges Airbus and Boeing to Address Aircraft Delivery Delays
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2024-05-15T01:18:48.320283-07:00 •
Air Europa Opens Major MRO Hangar at Madrid-Barajas
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2024-05-14T23:04:27.523541-07:00 •
Trump's Boeing 757 Clips Parked Jet at West Palm Beach
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2024-05-14T22:55:07.035657-07:00 •
US House Blocks F-22 Retirements, Adds $271M for F-15EX
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2024-05-14T18:14:36.257995-07:00 •
Boeing Starliner's Crew Debut Postponed Due to Helium Leak
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2024-05-10T20:26:59.064080-07:00 •
Solar Storm Poses No Threat to ISS Operations; Starliner CFT on Track for May 17 Launch
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2024-05-10T08:28:23.312992-07:00 •
Indian Army Enhances Border Surveillance with Hermes-900 Drone Acquisition
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2024-05-10T05:33:53.409793-07:00 •
Contractor Dispute Jeopardizes Starliner Launch
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2024-05-14T18:14:36.257995-07:00 •
Boeing Starliner's Crew Debut Postponed Due to Helium Leak
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2024-05-10T20:26:59.064080-07:00 •
Solar Storm Poses No Threat to ISS Operations; Starliner CFT on Track for May 17 Launch
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2024-05-09T08:38:38.110473-07:00 •
'The Infinite' VR Experience Returns, Offers Moon Voyage
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2024-05-09T03:09:12.077715-07:00 •
Sierra Space's Dream Chaser Prepares for Kennedy Space Center Arrival
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2024-05-15T07:09:56.078544-07:00 •
SpaceX Dragon Debris Discovered on Saskatchewan Farm
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2024-05-14T23:45:13.044443-07:00 •
SpaceX to Launch NRO's Reconnaissance Satellites on Falcon 9
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2024-05-14T23:22:47.988802-07:00 •
SpaceX to Triple Launches from Vandenberg by 2026
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2024-05-14T23:01:34.906601-07:00 •
Carnival Cruise Lines Deploys SpaceX Starlink Fleet-wide
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2024-05-15T06:58:06.075795-07:00 •
New Perspective on NASA's Challenger Tragedy
A new book by Adam Higginbotham offers a compelling and detailed account of the 1986 space shuttle Challenger disaster, shedding light on how the catastrophic event unfolded.
2024-05-15T04:26:38.252936-07:00 •
Artemis 2 Astronauts Complete Moon Mission Day Simulation
The Artemis 2 crew has successfully simulated a day's operations for their upcoming moon mission, gaining critical insights into mission protocols and potential challenges.
2024-05-15T00:31:28.326319-07:00 •
Voyager Space Secures NASA Contract for Mars Transit Airlock
Voyager Space announced it has received a contract from NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center to develop an innovative airlock concept for the Mars Transit Vehicle, highlighting its leadership in space exploration technology.
2024-05-14T23:27:46.245523-07:00 •
UW-Led Project Finalist for NASA's Next-Gen Earth-Observing Satellites
A University of Washington-led project focused on studying atmospheric layers and ozone is among the finalists for NASA's upcoming Earth-observing satellite missions.
2024-05-14T23:05:12.681115-07:00 •
Car-Size Asteroid in Close Flyby with Earth
The asteroid approached within 11,500 miles of Earth on May 14, marking a significant near-miss event.
2024-05-14T23:05:11.180181-07:00 •
NASA's Juno Captures Amalthea Transit Over Jupiter's Great Red Spot
NASA's Juno spacecraft has provided a rare view of Jupiter's fifth moon Amalthea crossing the Great Red Spot, challenging current moon formation theories with its rubble pile structure and anomalous energy budget.
2024-05-14T23:05:05.433961-07:00 •
Curiosity Rover Continues Exploration of Possible Martian River Fossil
NASA's Curiosity rover has been following Gediz Vallis, believed to be the ancient remains of a river on Mars, after opting not to explore a nearby rocky ridge.
2024-05-14T22:54:52.558386-07:00 •
Sun Unleashes Massive X8.7 Solar Flare, Biggest in 20 Years
A significant X8.7-rated solar flare from sunspot AR3664, captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory, is the largest in nearly two decades. Radio blackouts are expected on Earth as Solar Cycle 25 approaches its peak.
2024-05-14T22:43:01.082115-07:00 •
NASA's DC-8 Concludes Final Flight to Idaho State University
NASA's iconic DC-8 aircraft will complete its final mission with a low-altitude flyover in Pocatello before landing at Idaho State University. This marks the end of an era for the aircraft after 37 years of scientific missions.
2024-05-14T18:14:36.257995-07:00 •
Boeing Starliner's Crew Debut Postponed Due to Helium Leak
A helium leak has forced Boeing to delay its first crewed Starliner mission until at least May 21. The mission, originally slated for earlier this month, aims to transport two NASA astronauts.
2024-05-14T06:54:21.859900-07:00 •
NASA Advances Space Exploration with Purdue Robotics
In collaboration with Purdue University and RETHi, NASA has successfully completed preliminary tests using robots for future missions in space environments including the moon and Mars.
2024-05-13T15:41:19.900615-07:00 •
NASA Appoints Salvagnini as First Chief AI Officer
In a strategic move to deepen its commitment to advanced technologies, NASA has appointed David Salvagnini as the agency's inaugural Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer.
2024-05-13T14:45:03.112386-07:00 •
NASA and JAXA Proceed with XRISM Operations Despite Instrument Malfunction
Following a valve malfunction in one of XRISM's instruments, NASA and JAXA have decided to continue operations as planned while addressing the issue.
2024-05-12T15:48:11.414254-07:00 •
NASA Funds $870k for In-Space Semiconductor Printing
Through a substantial NASA grant, Masoud Mahjouri-Samani embarks on advancing semiconductor manufacturing in microgravity conditions.
2024-05-12T14:09:15.133134-07:00 •
JobsOhio Advocates for NASA Glenn's Pivotal Role in Space Exploration
Leveraging the success of Wright Patterson Air Force Base, JobsOhio outlines a strategic plan for private sector expansion around NASA Glenn to support future space missions.
2024-05-11T19:54:16.566426-07:00 •
Lego to Launch Apollo Lunar Rover Model in August
In a nod to space exploration history, Lego announces an August release for its highly anticipated model of the lunar rover used in NASA's final Apollo missions.
2024-05-11T07:02:50.248781-07:00 •
NASA Plans First Lunar Railway System
NASA's ambitious project aims to establish the first-ever railway system on the moon, marking a significant milestone in lunar colonization efforts.
2024-05-11T03:09:59.330679-07:00 •
NASA's Plasma Rocket: A 2-Month Journey to Mars
NASA's innovative plasma rocket technology sets the stage for significantly faster Mars exploration missions, curbing the journey to just two months.
2024-05-11T03:07:59.445329-07:00 •
Chandra Spacecraft Detects Black Hole Eruption in Milky Way Core
NASA's Chandra observatory has recorded a rare eruption event from Sagittarius A*, the supermassive black hole at our galaxy's center.
2024-05-10T20:26:59.064080-07:00 •
Solar Storm Poses No Threat to ISS Operations; Starliner CFT on Track for May 17 Launch
NASA confirms the ongoing intense solar storm will not necessitate special precautions for ISS crew, ensuring the Starliner Crew Flight Test remains scheduled for mid-May.
2024-05-10T18:03:42.405146-07:00 •
Bellevue Middle Schoolers' Experiments Chosen for Space by NASA
Eleven Open Window School students will see their science experiment launched into orbit, an educational initiative under a NASA program.
2024-05-10T17:44:33.960421-07:00 •
Boeing's Counterproposal to NASA's Mars Sample Quest with Pricey Rocket Solution
Boeing proposes a one-launch strategy for the Mars Sample Return mission, potentially raising costs but simplifying mission design.
2024-05-10T14:03:34.148225-07:00 •
NASA Tests Ion Beam for Planetary Defense
NASA evaluates a pioneering Ion Beam Deflection mission to address challenges posed by asteroid rubble and surface disruptions, marking a significant advancement in planetary defense strategies.
2024-05-10T11:23:02.192415-07:00 •
Viasat and Loft Orbital Collaborate on NASA RTSR Project
Loft Orbital partners with Viasat to deliver Real-Time Space Relay services to NASA, leveraging Viasat's Ka-band technology.
2024-05-10T09:12:47.218436-07:00 •
NASA Partners with Industry for Mars Mission Support
Commercial partners are being recruited by NASA to tackle technical and financial challenges, streamlining the path for more ambitious Mars missions.
2024-05-10T07:32:04.486621-07:00 •
NASA Raises Alarm on Spacecraft Near Miss in LEO
The close encounter between TIMED and Cosmos 2221 satellites underscores emerging challenges in space traffic management and NASA's focus on sustainability.
2024-05-10T05:33:53.409793-07:00 •
Contractor Dispute Jeopardizes Starliner Launch
ValveTech's CEO called on NASA to cancel Boeing’s Starliner launch, citing significant safety concerns.
2024-05-10T05:06:23.421031-07:00 •
XRISM Spacecraft Explores Supermassive Black Hole Behavior
Using XRISM spacecraft, scientists predict matter's fate near supermassive black holes, identifying elemental 'chemical fingerprints.'
2024-05-10T04:09:57.926393-07:00 •
NASA's Persistent Effort Stabilizes Voyager 1 in Interstellar Space
Persistent engineering efforts by NASA successfully resolve a critical computer issue on Voyager 1, enabling continued exploration of interstellar space.
2024-05-10T03:55:32.077184-07:00 •
Sidus Space Partners with Intuitive Machines in NASA's Lunar Project
A significant collaboration has emerged as Sidus Space joins forces with Intuitive Machines as part of the RACER team, contributing to NASA's Lunar Terrain Vehicle initiative.
2024-05-09T18:48:53.083990-07:00 •
Impending Solar Storm May Disrupt Communications and Enhance Northern Lights Across U.S.
An intense solar storm, capable of disrupting communications and extending auroras as far south as Alabama and Northern California, is anticipated this weekend.
2024-05-09T15:26:38.362238-07:00 •
Intuitive Machines Sets 2024 for Next Moon Mission
Targeting the last quarter of 2024, Intuitive Machines Inc. is advancing its lunar exploration agenda, as confirmed by its billionaire founder.
2024-05-09T11:34:51.948161-07:00 •
NASA Chief's Diplomatic Tour: Italy, Vatican, Saudi Arabia
In a strategic move to bolster international space collaboration, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson sets off on a diplomatic tour, covering Italy, the Vatican, and Saudi Arabia.
2024-05-09T05:56:27.814890-07:00 •
NASA Initiates Review on Orion Shield Issue Ahead of Artemis II
Amid concerns over the Orion spacecraft's heat shield performance, NASA has launched an independent review, highlighting potential adjustments for the Artemis II mission's success.
2024-05-09T03:09:12.077715-07:00 •
Sierra Space's Dream Chaser Prepares for Kennedy Space Center Arrival
Following a series of environmental tests, Sierra Space's Dream Chaser cargo spaceplane, Tenacity, is slated for transportation to NASA's Kennedy Space Center, marking a pivotal step ahead of its impending launch.
2024-05-09T00:52:33.217267-07:00 •
NASA Reschedules Boeing Crewed Flight Test for May 17
Following a delay, NASA has rescheduled Boeing's inaugural crewed spaceflight to May 17, marking a significant milestone in the collaboration.
2024-05-08T22:20:58.381516-07:00 •
Discovery of an Exoplanet with Dense Atmosphere Challenges Existing Models
Astronomers have found an exoplanet twice the size of Earth, encapsulated in a dense atmosphere, hinting at new possibilities in planetary science.
2024-05-08T20:15:26.253088-07:00 •
House Members Advocate for Amplified NASA Science Funding
Over 40 legislators have rallied in support of a notable increase in the 2025 budget for NASA’s science division amidst budgetary constraints.
2024-05-08T16:11:00.259327-07:00 •
Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to Explore Primordial Black Holes
Set to advance our understanding of dark matter and cosmic history, NASA's Roman Space Telescope embarks on a quest for Earth-mass primordial black holes.
2024-05-08T11:29:16.157623-07:00 •
ISS Astronauts Discuss Mars Exploration and Space Life
In a Q&A from the International Space Station, astronauts Jeanette Epps and Matthew Dominick shed light on the nuances of space living and the future potential for human Mars missions.
2024-05-08T11:12:09.498144-07:00 •
NASA Expands Mars Exploration with Next-Gen Helicopters
Following the success of the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter, NASA eyes ambitious advancements for future Mars aerial missions.
2024-05-08T09:52:15.823550-07:00 •
NASA Detects Theia Remains in Earth and Moon
Using GRAIL data, NASA unveils evidence of an ancient planet, Theia, impacting the Moon's formation and embedding fragments within Earth.
2024-05-08T08:42:40.984017-07:00 •
Historic 1984 Untethered Spacewalk by Astronaut McCandless
Astronaut Bruce McCandless's groundbreaking untethered spacewalk on February 7, 1984, marked a pivotal moment in space exploration, utilizing a nitrogen-propelled backpack for maneuverability.
2024-05-08T08:20:53.337524-07:00 •
NASA Budget Constraints Endanger Key Space Missions
Due to financial limitations, significant projects including the Mars Sample Return and various lunar and planetary studies are experiencing severe setbacks.
2024-05-08T07:21:27.352032-07:00 •
Orion Capsules Employ Additive Manufacturing for Artemis Missions
NASA's Artemis Moon missions to utilize propulsion systems with additive manufacturing technology in the first six Orion crew capsules.
2024-05-08T05:08:33.861698-07:00 •
SpaceX Schedules Starlink Satellite Doubleheader Launch from Florida
SpaceX is set to enhance its Starlink constellation with a twin launch, starting today at 11 a.m. ET, aiming for advanced global broadband coverage.
2024-05-08T03:37:58.445326-07:00 •
NASA's TESS Resumes Exoplanet Search After Overcoming Glitches
Following a brief operational halt due to two safe mode events in April, stemming from a recovery error, NASA's TESS spacecraft is now fully functional and continues its mission to discover distant worlds.
2024-05-08T03:07:39.788457-07:00 •
Hubble Captures NGC 4951 Galaxy Harborring Supermassive Black Hole
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope offers a new view of NGC 4951, showcasing an actively feeding supermassive black hole at its core, located in the Virgo constellation.
2024-05-08T02:48:40.066906-07:00 •
From Track Cycling to NASA: Chris Birch Begins Astronaut Career
Former US track cyclist Chris Birch has successfully transitioned to a NASA astronaut, signaling a unique career change after completing training.
2024-05-07T23:23:38.571128-07:00 •
Falcon 9 Set to Eclipse Space Shuttle's Launch Record
SpaceX's Falcon 9 is on the brink of surpassing the historic number of missions launched from NASA's Kennedy Space Center's Launch Complex 39A.