NASA-linked Lunar Grounding Challenge seeks lunar south pole ESD solutions
The NASA-linked Lunar Grounding Challenge lists 150,000 USD for electrostatic discharge mitigation at the lunar south pole.
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NASA Seeks Phase 1 Proposals for Aerospace Power Systems Laboratory
Curiosity captures sunrise panorama over Mars yardangs
ESA and DLR test rocket-emissions measurement concept
UK Space Agency commissioned independent in-situ resource utilization review
SIMBIO-SYS reaches first light and first image
Three optical channels were activated in their final configuration, with telemetry indicating correct operation.
Charlie prototype completes desert trial with Rosalind Franklin rover software
An Airbus-built prototype called Charlie completed a field trial in Spain's Tabernas desert during a 20-day test campaign. It covered 220 metres over eight days while using guidance, navigation and control software matching the Rosalind Franklin rover's.
Curiosity advances Basque Lakes sample analysis on Mars
Imaging, chemistry, and environmental monitoring continued on 2026-10-01.
Perseverance finds light-toned rock field beyond Jezero rim
Perseverance discovered light-toned rocks in Lac de Charmes, with data indicating gabbro and possible breccia beyond Jezero crater's western rim.
ispace, Leonardo and Telespazio sign lunar cooperation MoU
ispace and ArianeGroup sign MOU on lunar spacecraft cooperation
SpaceX Crew-12 targets undocking pending weather
Sophie Adenot Showcases ISS Air Recycling in New Video
ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot appears in a video detailing the International Space Station’s near-closed-loop air recycling system and the routine maintenance that keeps airflow clean for the crew.
Redwire to Supply Solar Arrays for Axiom Station’s Second Module
Redwire Corporation will develop and deliver two Roll-Out Solar Array wings for the second module of Axiom Space’s commercial space station, expanding work already underway on the first module.
ISS crew photographs Saririaky anorthosite massif
An Expedition 75 photograph captures an anorthosite massif, a rock type tied to the Moon's crust.
Curiosity rover drills Basque Lakes target in Cache Creek quad
Drilling, contact checks, and instrument observations are recorded in a recently entered quadrangle.
NASA Langley team identifies 25 data gaps as Voyager prepares Griffin-1
Crew Dragon Grace sets fastest U.S. docking trip as Crew-13 arrives
Crew Dragon Grace docked at the International Space Station on 2026-10-01, and Crew-13 reached the Harmony module nearly an hour ahead of NASA's projection.
NASA SpaceX Crew-12 ending with early October return planned
DAVINCI Venus vessel photographed before thermal evaluation
NASA flight directors to lead ISS, Artemis and Mars missions
Olbia space-economy meeting centers on in-situ resource utilization
ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot has a successful blood draw
ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot credited with three ISS EVAs
16 firms selected for 1,400,000,000 USD logistics support
21 extreme debris disks compiled from Webb and Spitzer
Rare disks around young stars are linked to impacts ranging from Moon-sized grazing collisions to Mars-sized bodies.
Curiosity Plans Drill After Observing Disc-Shaped Lumps
True Anomaly announced as primary title sponsor of Spacepower Conference 2026
Announcement dated 2026-09-30 names True Anomaly as primary title sponsor of Spacepower Conference 2026, listed with 2026-12-08 and 2026-12-10 at Hilton Orlando.
NASA selects three lunar investigations and payload suites for CLPS
Modulate Space wins NASA Glenn lunar 5G contract
NASA, CSA and German Aerospace Center signal lunar agriculture intent
A joint statement of intent covers coordinated, preparatory work and an Earth-based demonstrator for learning how lunar crops can be grown.
ESA created ExoMars; Mars orbiter studies atmosphere, rover plans surface work
Verified facts cover ESA’s ExoMars, a Mars orbiter’s atmospheric science, and planned Rosalind Franklin rover surface work.
ESA Astronauts Train for First Private Space Station Mission
ESA astronauts Thomas Pesquet, Aleš Svoboda and Adrianos Golemis start training for Vast-PAM-1 as the agency signs commercial station deals and studies its own orbital outpost.
Firefly Inks Deal with Starcloud for AI Computing in Lunar Orbit
Smile mission ready to begin science operations
NASA seeks student ideas for 2027 Human Lander Challenge
NASA Awards Orbital Safety Contract to Omitron Inc.
Omitron will supply conjunction assessment screening for all NASA uncrewed spacecraft, support human spaceflight, and assist NOAA’s Office of Space Commerce through a 5-year indefinite-delivery contract.
NASA Participates in 77th International Astronautical Congress
Transporter-18 to Launch 130 Payloads from Vandenberg
The SpaceX rideshare mission includes two methane-monitoring satellites from GHGSat and the first spacecraft from Canadian startup NordSpace.
NASA adds New Glenn 9×4 to NLS II contract
Crew-13 rocket vertical at launch pad ahead of 2026-10-01 launch
NASA Glenn Creates Biodegradable Composite from Simulated Moon and Mars Dust
NASA Glenn researchers have developed a biodegradable material that becomes stronger when mixed with simulated lunar or Martian dust, enabling on-site manufacturing for future missions.
ESA Awards Two Parallel Studies for European-Led Orbital Outpost
Airbus and OHB lead consortia in nine-month Pre-Phase A work as the agency explores post-ISS options.
Juice completes second Earth flyby
ESA’s Juice spacecraft swung by Earth, adjusting its trajectory and speed while testing optical navigation techniques.
Perseverance resumes exploration at Lac de Charmes and is sent to Idubi
Perseverance resumes at Lac de Charmes, moves to Idubi, and plans a Gardenia abrasion attempt.
NASA Armstrong flies X-59 and supports Artemis missions
The former NACA outpost in Edwards, California, is flying the X-59 and supporting Artemis missions.
NASA concludes LINK role without Swift boost
Artemis II crew to attend free public event in Houston
NASA sets SpaceX Crew-13 launch to International Space Station
NASA has set SpaceX Crew-13 to launch, with 4 crew members assigned to the International Space Station for Expedition 75.
ESA begins post-flight activities after Dragon sea landing
ESA takes responsibility for an astronaut after a Dragon sea landing, coordinating a supervised return to Cologne and immediate post-flight science.