Simon Mansfield

1 week ago | gpsdaily.com | Simon Mansfield

Bogong moths rely on stars and magnetic fields to guide epic migrationsby Simon MansfieldSydney, Australia (SPX) Jun 21, 2025 In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have confirmed that Bogong moths navigate using the stars and the Milky Way, making them the first known invertebrates to rely on celestial cues for long-distance travel.

1 week ago | spacedaily.com | Simon Mansfield

Ethical and legal clarity urged as planetary defense faces asteroid threatsby Simon MansfieldSydney, Australia (SPX) Jun 17, 2025 A potentially catastrophic asteroid impact may seem like science fiction, yet the possibility remains real. Earlier this year, asteroid 2024 YR4 briefly raised alarms with a 1-2 percent chance of colliding with Earth in 2032. Although updated calculations have ruled out a threat in this instance, future threats remain a pressing concern.

2 weeks ago | space-travel.com | Simon Mansfield

Rocket Lab books two responsive Electron missions for 2025 including launch this weekby Simon MansfieldSydney, Australia (SPX) Jun 17, 2025 Rocket Lab has confirmed it will launch two dedicated Electron missions in 2025 for an undisclosed commercial client, with the first liftoff scheduled for as early as June 20. This rapid turnaround highlights the company's growing reputation for fast, tailored access to space.

2 weeks ago | spacewar.com | Simon Mansfield

Rocket Lab books two responsive Electron missions for 2025 including launch this weekby Simon MansfieldSydney, Australia (SPX) Jun 17, 2025 Rocket Lab has confirmed it will launch two dedicated Electron missions in 2025 for an undisclosed commercial client, with the first liftoff scheduled for as early as June 20. This rapid turnaround highlights the company's growing reputation for fast, tailored access to space.

1 month ago | terradaily.com | Simon Mansfield

Boulder moved by ancient tsunami reveals extreme wave power in Pacific historyby Simon MansfieldSydney, Australia (SPX) May 22, 2025 Analysis of a massive boulder in Tonga has unveiled rare evidence of ancient tsunamis and their capacity to reshape Pacific coastlines. Researchers from the University of Queensland identified the Maka Lahi boulder-measuring 14 by 12 by 6.7 meters and weighing nearly 1,200 tonnes-as one of the largest rocks ever transported by ocean waves.