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Mar 18, 2024 | 
bollyinside.com | Rowena Hudson
Maxar eyes spring launch of long-delayed WorldView Legion satellitesMaxar Technologies is set to launch the first two satellites of its WorldView Legion Earth-imaging constellation after years of delays. The arrival of the first two high-resolution satellites at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California marks a crucial milestone for the program. When all six WorldView Legion satellites are launched, Maxar Intelligence’s capacity to collect 30 cm-class and multispectral imagery will triple.
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Mar 17, 2024 | 
bollyinside.com | Rowena Hudson
China rolls out rocket for Queqiao-2 lunar satellite launchChina is preparing to launch the Queqiao-2 communications relay satellite to support upcoming moon missions. The satellite, equipped with a 4.2-meter parabolic antenna, will maintain communication with both Earth and the lunar far side. Queqiao-2 has a mission lifetime of over eight years and will support multiple lunar missions, including Chang’e-6, Chang’e-7, and Chang’e-8.
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Mar 16, 2024 | 
bollyinside.com | Rowena Hudson
“`htmlPeregrine payloads returned useful data despite no lunar landing. Many science payloads on Peregrine were tested during the flight, providing valuable data. The LETS instrument collected data about the cislunar radiation environment instead of the lunar surface. The PITMS instrument detected traces of nitric oxide and nitrogen dioxide from the propellant leak. The Iris lunar rover was tested in space, confirming the functionality of its subsystems.
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Mar 16, 2024 | 
bollyinside.com | Rowena Hudson
Groundbreaking survey reveals secrets of planet birth around dozens of starsImages captured using the SPHERE instrument on ESO’s VLT shed new light on planet formationObservations of over 80 young stars provide unique insights into the process of planet formationDiversity of planet-forming discs showcased, including spiral arms, rings, and large cavitiesIntroductionIn a series of studies, astronomers have uncovered fascinating insights into the complex process of planet formation.
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Mar 16, 2024 | 
bollyinside.com | Rowena Hudson
- Advertisement -7 Central Oregon communities offered defensible space grants | Local NewsThe State Fire Marshal is providing grants of $250 to help property owners in 50 communities clear space in front of their homes to prevent wildfires. The program aims to encourage residents in high-risk wildfire areas to remove debris, plants, and flammable materials within 5 feet of their properties.
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Mar 15, 2024 | 
bollyinside.com | Rowena Hudson
“`html Mars Sample Return science continues amid budget uncertainty Perseverance rover has collected 26 out of 43 sample tubes on Mars Scientists are planning for the rover to explore the crater rim for diverse rock samples NASA is finalizing a new assessment of the Mars Sample Return mission Uncertainty surrounds funding for the Mars Sample Return mission in NASA’s budget Mars Sample Return science continues amid budget uncertainty Efforts to collect samples on Mars with the Perseverance...
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Mar 15, 2024 | 
bollyinside.com | Rowena Hudson
April 8’s total solar eclipse will make baseball history. Here’s how. Two MLB games will coincide with the total solar eclipse on April 8, a first in baseball and eclipse history. Arlington, Texas, and Cleveland, Ohio, will be in the path of totality, with partial eclipses visible in other cities hosting MLB games. Viewers in Arlington and Cleveland will witness varying durations of totality during the games, with opportunities to view the solar eclipse.
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Mar 15, 2024 | 
bollyinside.com | Rowena Hudson
SpaceX successfully launches Starship rocket for the third time, but it disintegrates on return to Earth. Starship rocket completes longest test flight, travelling halfway around Earth. Rocket achieves milestones like opening/closing payload doors, fuel transfer, and flip manoeuvre. Communication with Starship lost during descent; rocket likely disintegrated in Indian Ocean. Super Heavy booster fails to land as expected, but achieves significant goals.
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Mar 14, 2024 | 
bollyinside.com | Rowena Hudson
SpaceX Starship mega rocket launches successfully but is lost on re-entry SpaceX’s next-generation mega rocket, Starship, successfully reached orbit on a key test flight The spacecraft re-entered Earth’s atmosphere for the first time, marking a significant milestone The Federal Ation Administration is investigating a “mishap” involving the Starship vehicle and the rocket’s first-stage booster SpaceX will need to address any corrective actions identified by the FAA before Starship can fly...
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Mar 14, 2024 | 
bollyinside.com | Rowena Hudson
Sierra Space developing dual-use spacecraft with military potential Sierra Space aims to expand its presence in the national security market by venturing into in-orbit services and transportation The company has secured $1.3 billion worth of defense-related orders, including a significant deal to produce missile-tracking satellites for the U.S. Space Force Sierra Space is focusing on the emerging market for “space access, mobility, and logistics” services, with plans to provide in-orbit...
