Mars' subsurface is 'burping' out methane and scientists aren't sure why
Investigations by NASA's Curiosity rover reveal subsurface methane releases on Mars, potentially influenced by salt deposits.
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Coulson Aviation’s Martin JRM Mars Waterbomber Philippine Mars to land at Arizona’s Pima Air and Space Museum
Coulson Aviation's historic Martin JRM Mars, known as the Philippine Mars, is set to be permanently displayed at Arizona's Pima Air and Space Museum in 2024.
A spacecraft captured images of "spiders" on the surface of Mars. Here's what they really are.
The European Space Agency's spacecraft shed light on Mars 'spiders', revealing they form from sublimation of frozen CO2, contrasting eerie formations with natural processes.
NASA planning September launch of Mars smallsat mission on first New Glenn
In a pivotal moment for both NASA and Blue Origin, the Mars smallsat mission is scheduled for a late September launch, marking the inaugural flight of the New Glenn rocket, pending vehicle readiness.
A Nasa rover has reached a promising place to search for fossilised life on Mars
Perseverance has reached a site on Mars believed to be an ancient shoreline, heightening hopes for discovering fossilized life evidence.
Shareef Al Romaithi: the Emirati pilot helping Mars dreams take flight
Shareef Al Romaithi undergoes a near-isolation experiment to prepare for potential future Mars missions, living and working in conditions mimicking those of an astronaut traveling to the Red Planet.
Curiosity Mars Rover: Broken Bedrock, Heading South
As of its landing in August 2012, NASA's Curiosity rover investigates Gale Crater's complex landscape, including long-distance imagery of Gediz Vallis ridge and Kukenan butte, enhancing our stratigraphic understanding.
Ingenuity's travels: New NASA video tracks Mars helicopter's 72 flights
NASA's latest video showcases the Ingenuity helicopter's extensive exploration of Mars through 72 recorded flights, marking a significant milestone in extraterrestrial aviation.
European Space Agency Shares Unseen Pics Of Mars' Towering Volcanoes, Planet's Largest Moon
The European Space Agency unveils groundbreaking imagery of Mars, including its volcanic landscape and largest moon, Phobos, shedding new light on the planet's geology.
Last Martin Mars in service moves to final resting place
After a storied career spanning navy service and crucial roles in firefighting, the last operating Martin Mars, Hawaii Mars II, is set to join the BC Aviation Museum as a significant exhibit.
NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter Team Says Goodbye … for Now
Following a final data transmission, NASA's Ingenuity team reflects on the unprecedented success of the Mars helicopter, marking a transition to its extended mission phase.
Space startups are licking their lips after NASA converts $11B Mars mission into a free-for-all
NASA's decision to open its Mars mission as a competitive platform has created a unique opportunity for space startups, ushering in an era of unprecedented collaboration and innovation in interplanetary exploration.
Space Industry to Save the Day on Mars Sample Return
With the future of the Mars Sample Return project now relying on the capabilities of the space industry, its success hinges on advanced industry collaboration.
NASA's Electrodynamic Technology Helps Guard Against Lunar Dust During Moon Missions
Addressing the significant challenge of lunar dust, NASA's new electrodynamic technology offers a groundbreaking solution for future manned missions to the Moon and Mars.
NASA chooses 4 crew members for next Mars mission simulation
Four individuals have been selected by NASA to participate in a Mars mission simulation, facilitating research and preparation for future manned missions to the Red Planet.
NASA announces major overhaul of ambitious Mars Sample Return mission
In response to budgetary and timeline critiques, NASA is seeking innovative solutions and partnerships to streamline the Mars Sample Return mission, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and efficient design.
Rio Tinto turns to Mars exploration tech in search for next big discovery
In a push to end its discovery drought since the late 2017 copper-gold find in WA, Rio Tinto is leveraging NASA Mars exploration technology.
Asteroid debris from NASA's successful DART mission may strike Mars
Following the DART mission's intentional collision to modify an asteroid's trajectory, concerns arise as ejected space debris may pose a threat to Mars.
SpaceX Starship will be 500 feet tall to prepare for Mars missions, Elon Musk says
Following its third launch reaching orbital velocity in March, SpaceX's Starship is now 500 feet tall, signaling advanced preparation for Mars missions, as confirmed by Elon Musk.
NASA Joint Propulsion Laboratory Chief JPL chief Laurie Leshin on science, Mars and budget infighting
In discussions with SpaceNews, Laurie Leshin outlines JPL's strategic path for Mars exploration and sustaining the lab's excellence amidst budgetary conflicts.
See Jupiter close to a crescent moon (Mars near Saturn, too) in the 'View a Planet Day' night sky
The current evening sky features a striking view with Jupiter and a slim crescent moon, complemented by the proximity of Mars and Saturn.
Elon Musk’s Starlink Profits Are More Elusive Than Investors Think
Despite SpaceX's significant advancements, financial analyses reveal that its Starlink satellite operation is expending funds at a rate exceeding its revenue generation, raising questions about its long-term viability.
What sets Colorado's Front Range apart from other space hubs?
Positioning itself as a pivotal player, Colorado emerges as a key aerospace hub for the U.S.'s ambitious plans to return humans to the moon and explore Mars.
NASA's Curiosity Mars rover begins exploring possible dried-up Red Planet river
NASA's Curiosity Rover has initiated a new exploration phase in Gediz Vallis, believed to be the site of an ancient river on Mars, signaling potential past water activity.
Thousands of strange white rocks found on Mars
A recent finding by Mars explorers has unveiled thousands of unusual white rocks, prompting an intensive study to unravel their origins and composition.
Rock sampled by NASA's Perseverance embodies why rover came to Mars
The latest rock sample collected by NASA's Perseverance provides pivotal insights into the ancient watery landscape of Jezero Crater, possibly housing Martian biosignatures.
New Mars Panorama From NASA's Curiosity Rover Offers Glimpse Into Planet’s Watery Past
NASA's Curiosity rover embarks on a critical mission in the Gediz Vallis channel on Mars, aiming to unlock secrets about the planet's ancient liquid water presence and its eventual disappearance.
Competing visions. NASA and DARPA think nuclear thermal propulsion could be the best way to get humans to Mars. Elon Musk is keeping his faith in the brute force of burning hydrocarbons
As NASA and DARPA explore nuclear thermal propulsion for Martian missions, Elon Musk remains committed to traditional hydrocarbon methods.
Search for Life on Mars Could Level-Up with MARSE Mission Concept
The 55th LPSC unveiled the MARSE mission's strategy with SHIELD technology, aiming to enhance and economize the quest for life on Mars through an innovative quartet of rovers.
Europe's upcoming Mars rover now has a detailed map to aid its search for ancient Red Planet life
Enhanced navigation capabilities will guide Europe's forthcoming Mars rover in its groundbreaking quest to uncover signs of ancient life on the Red Planet.
With fate of groundbreaking JPL Mars mission online, Sens. Padilla, Butler amp up pressure on NASA
As the Mars Sample Return project's future hangs in balance, a forthcoming report promises insights while JPL and two prominent senators intensify their advocacy for the mission's continuation.
Giant Mars asteroid impact creates vast field of destruction with 2 billion craters
A colossal asteroid impact on Mars has unearthed a sprawling field of destruction, spreading debris over a region fourfold the Grand Canyon's length.
Coulson Aviation’s Martin Mars bomber coming to Victoria's B.C. Aviation Museum
The daunting task of relocating the massive Coulson Aviation Martin Mars firefighting aircraft to the BC Aviation Museum in North Saanich highlights logistical challenges.
Lego NASA Mars Rover Perseverance review
Dive into the details of Mars exploration with our comprehensive review of Lego's NASA Mars Rover Perseverance model, capturing the essence of interplanetary research.
Future Mars plane could help solve Red Planet methane mystery
A nascent project, MAGGIE, proposes to explore Mars' atmosphere for signs of life by detecting methane—a significant but elusive marker.
Mars may have captured and split a comet to create its two moons
Recent speculations suggest Mars' moons, Phobos and Deimos, may originate from a captured and subsequently fragmented comet, offering insights into their mysterious formation.
MSR highlights challenges of NASA flagship missions
NASA's ongoing struggles with its Mars Sample Return initiative underscore enduring challenges faced across its science mission spectrum.
Deep Drilling on Mars: Mining for Science and Resources
Innovations in Martian subsurface ice extraction mark significant progress, promising resources such as water and rocket fuel essential for prolonged missions and potential colonization.
Curiosity Mars Rover: Inspecting Laminated Ridge and “Three Tooth Doodad”
At Gale Crater, the Curiosity Mars Rover investigates notable geological formations, including a vertical banded rock and 'Three Tooth Doodad,' with MAHLI and DRT tools for detailed analysis.
Two Dozen California Congressional Reps Urge NASA to Commit Funds to Mars Sample Mission
A coalition of California Congress members urges NASA to allocate a minimum of $650 million towards a Jet Propulsion Laboratory-led initiative to retrieve Mars surface samples.
The Planetary Society advocacy priorities in NASA’s final 2024 budget
NASA's finalized 2024 budget allocation enhances support for critical missions including the Near-Earth Object Surveyor, backing for VERITAS, and ensuring continuity for the Mars Sample Return project.
Helping build instrument for Japanese Mars mission 'a favorite time' for new NASA astronaut
A new NASA astronaut describes the development of an instrument for Japan's Mars mission as a highlight, marking international collaboration in space exploration.
India’s Indigenous Tejas Fighter Jet Mars Safety Record With First Crash
The Indian Air Force is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the first-ever crash of a Tejas light combat aircraft since its inaugural flight, which occurred on March 12.
Musk’s Satellite Needs Supersede His Mars Fever Dreams
SpaceX shifts focus to enhancing its satellite network, overshadowing its longer-term Mars exploration goals, signaling strategic adjustment in space endeavors.
One Impact on Mars Produced More than Two Billion Secondary Craters
Mars, unlike Earth, showcases over two billion secondary craters from a single impact event, highlighting the influence of its stable surface and minimal weathering.
Gravity From Mars has an Effect on Earth’s Oceans
Despite being over 55 million kilometres away, Mars exerts a subtle influence on Earth's ocean tides, complementing the more pronounced effects caused by the Moon.
Chinese scientists develop starship rival: A leap towards nuclear-powered spaceship to Mars
In a bold stride into deep space exploration, Chinese scientists have revealed a prototype of a nuclear-powered spacecraft aimed at Mars missions, setting the stage for competition with SpaceX's Starship.
Australian space avionics funded under Moon to Mars program
The Australian Space Agency's Moon to Mars Supply Chain Capability Improvement Grants scheme has funded the development of a GNSS receiver, boosting applications in rockets, satellites, and aircraft.
Pentagon eyes Starship, designed for Mars, for military missions somewhat closer to home
Following a successful third test flight, the Pentagon is eyeing SpaceX's Starship, initially designed for Mars, for military applications closer to Earth.
Mars Ice Mapper: New Agreement Between Thales Alenia And ASI
A new partnership has been formed between Thales Alenia and the Italian Space Agency (ASI) to undertake the Mars Ice Mapper Mission, aiming for a launch window between 2031 and 2033.