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A Look Back: Historic Aerodynamic Assessments for NASA’s Martian Ascent Rocket
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the Mars Ascent Vehicle (MAV), a pivotal component of a joint NASA-ESA mission …
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Must-See: The Sky’s “Ring of Fire”
by Klaus Müllerby Klaus MüllerMust-See: The Sky’s Ring of FireThe forthcoming annular total solar eclipse, scheduled for October 14, 2023, will traverse regions from …
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Ring Side Seats: Three Ways To Witness Saturn’s 2023 Opposition
Unlock Saturn’s Splendor: A Guide to Witnessing its 2023 Opposition & Celestial Wonders.
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Don’t Forget: The Year’s Most Spectacular Meteor Shower Hits Its Peak This Weekend
by Manuel Costaby Manuel CostaThe Perseid meteor shower peaks on Aug 12, offering an impressive display. Enhanced by a waning crescent moon, it’s a …
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NASA Mars Ascent Vehicle Continues Progress Toward Mars Sample Return
NASA’s Mars Ascent Vehicle (MAV) progresses toward Mars Sample Return, testing solid rocket motors, launching in 2028.
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NASA’s Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) Surprises Astronomers with Blazar Discovery
by Klaus Müllerby Klaus MüllerNASA’s IXPE mission reveals astonishing discoveries about blazars, including a helical magnetic field and unexpected polarization angle rotations.
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Groundbreaking Female Director of NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center Announces Retirement
Jody Singer, the first female director of NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, announces her retirement after 38+ years of service.