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Space science and exploration in 2025: What to know DW 01/02/2025

Space exploration is advancing with remarkable discoveries and ambitious upcoming missions.
2025 holds significant promise for space science, including Germany's first female astronaut and new technological missions.

Two European satellites launch on mission to blot out the Sun-for science

The Proba-3 mission aims to test advanced formation flying technologies and observe the Sun's corona from an unprecedented altitude.

Jupiter mission will attempt first-ever fly-by that harnesses Earth and Moon's gravity

The JUICE spacecraft's fly-by of the Moon and Earth aims to conserve fuel for its journey to Jupiter.

Spacecraft to Scream Past Earth in a "Double World First" Slingshot Flyby

JUICE will be the first spacecraft to perform a double gravitational assist maneuver while flying past Earth and the Moon, enhancing its journey to Jupiter.

Artificial solar eclipse: Why are satellites trying to block the sun?

Proba-3 will create an artificial solar eclipse to study the sun's corona using precise formation flying technology.

India with ESA satellites launches artificial eclipse quest DW 12/05/2024

India successfully launched two European satellites to create artificial solar eclipses for studying the Sun's atmosphere.

Space science and exploration in 2025: What to know DW 01/02/2025

Space exploration is advancing with remarkable discoveries and ambitious upcoming missions.
2025 holds significant promise for space science, including Germany's first female astronaut and new technological missions.

Two European satellites launch on mission to blot out the Sun-for science

The Proba-3 mission aims to test advanced formation flying technologies and observe the Sun's corona from an unprecedented altitude.

Jupiter mission will attempt first-ever fly-by that harnesses Earth and Moon's gravity

The JUICE spacecraft's fly-by of the Moon and Earth aims to conserve fuel for its journey to Jupiter.

Spacecraft to Scream Past Earth in a "Double World First" Slingshot Flyby

JUICE will be the first spacecraft to perform a double gravitational assist maneuver while flying past Earth and the Moon, enhancing its journey to Jupiter.

Artificial solar eclipse: Why are satellites trying to block the sun?

Proba-3 will create an artificial solar eclipse to study the sun's corona using precise formation flying technology.

India with ESA satellites launches artificial eclipse quest DW 12/05/2024

India successfully launched two European satellites to create artificial solar eclipses for studying the Sun's atmosphere.
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Europe will build its own secure satellite network

The IRIS satellite constellation represents a significant EU investment to compete with Starlink in satellite communications.
#solar-eclipses

These satellites are on a mission to create the first fake solar eclipses. Here's how

The mission aims to create prolonged artificial solar eclipses for better scientific insights into the sun's corona and solar phenomena.

European twin satellite mission bids to create total solar eclipse on demand

Scientists are set to launch a mission that creates artificial solar eclipses, advancing solar research and technology impacts.
The mission Proba-3 involves two satellites forming an accurate observational tool to enhance understanding of the sun.

These satellites are on a mission to create the first fake solar eclipses. Here's how

The mission aims to create prolonged artificial solar eclipses for better scientific insights into the sun's corona and solar phenomena.

European twin satellite mission bids to create total solar eclipse on demand

Scientists are set to launch a mission that creates artificial solar eclipses, advancing solar research and technology impacts.
The mission Proba-3 involves two satellites forming an accurate observational tool to enhance understanding of the sun.
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ISRO launches ESA's formation flying Proba-3

India's PSLV-XL launched the Proba-3 mission to demonstrate high-precision satellite formation flying techniques.
Proba-3 aims to enhance solar corona observations using its Coronagraph and Occulter spacecraft.
Successful formation flight can revolutionize future space missions and Earth observation.

ESA workers face a maze of non-compete clauses and service contracts

Non-competition clauses at the European Space Agency restrict mobility and career advancement for aerospace professionals across Europe.
#space-launch

Vega launches Sentinel-2C in 'fitting' swan song for European rocket

The launch of Sentinel-2C marks the end of Vega's operational era, highlighting both achievements and challenges in Europe's space endeavors.

Spanish startup edges closer to Europe's first private orbital rocket launch

PLD Space is developing Europe's first privately developed satellite launcher with significant funding and strategic site selection.

Vega launches Sentinel-2C in 'fitting' swan song for European rocket

The launch of Sentinel-2C marks the end of Vega's operational era, highlighting both achievements and challenges in Europe's space endeavors.

Spanish startup edges closer to Europe's first private orbital rocket launch

PLD Space is developing Europe's first privately developed satellite launcher with significant funding and strategic site selection.
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#nasa

A spaceship punched an asteroid - we're about to learn what came next

The European Space Agency's Hera mission aims to assess asteroid deflection effectiveness following NASA's successful DART impact experiment.

Apophis: a European space mission gets up close with an asteroid set to brush by Earth

ESA has approved initial work for a mission to asteroid Apophis, with potential rendezvous planned for 2029.

NASA and ESA battle for the moon's water

NASA and ESA are racing to land on the moon's southern hemisphere to search for water.
Finding water on the moon could cut space mission costs by providing hydration, oxygen, and fuel.

Focus - A new era of space flight: ESA's partnership with private companies takes off

SpaceX launched Starship for the third time, a key part of NASA's Artemis program.
European Space Agency is partnering with private companies for space missions, following NASA's lead.

A spaceship punched an asteroid - we're about to learn what came next

The European Space Agency's Hera mission aims to assess asteroid deflection effectiveness following NASA's successful DART impact experiment.

Apophis: a European space mission gets up close with an asteroid set to brush by Earth

ESA has approved initial work for a mission to asteroid Apophis, with potential rendezvous planned for 2029.

NASA and ESA battle for the moon's water

NASA and ESA are racing to land on the moon's southern hemisphere to search for water.
Finding water on the moon could cut space mission costs by providing hydration, oxygen, and fuel.

Focus - A new era of space flight: ESA's partnership with private companies takes off

SpaceX launched Starship for the third time, a key part of NASA's Artemis program.
European Space Agency is partnering with private companies for space missions, following NASA's lead.
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Euclid telescope reveals first 'stunning' piece of its map of the universe

The Euclid telescope has captured an expansive 208-gigapixel image, marking the start of its mission to create a cosmic map.
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Hera', the first European planetary defence mission, launches successfully

The Hera mission successfully launched to study asteroid deflection strategies, overcoming the challenges posed by Hurricane Milton.

"We are worried," says European rocket chief at prospect of launch competition

Competition in the European launcher market could threaten ArianeGroup's position as the region's rocket launch company of choice.
ArianeGroup has lost its dominance to SpaceX and faces pressure to adapt to the changing market.

Hera', the first European planetary defence mission, launches successfully

The Hera mission successfully launched to study asteroid deflection strategies, overcoming the challenges posed by Hurricane Milton.

"We are worried," says European rocket chief at prospect of launch competition

Competition in the European launcher market could threaten ArianeGroup's position as the region's rocket launch company of choice.
ArianeGroup has lost its dominance to SpaceX and faces pressure to adapt to the changing market.
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#space-technology

New 'Moon on Earth' can launch 'European renaissance' in space

LUNA facility in Cologne is pivotal for Europe's lunar technology R&D, illustrating a path to rejuvenate European space exploration.

European Space Agency ready to assemble first Ariane 6

The European Space Agency is preparing to launch the first Ariane 6 rocket, focusing on efficiency and increased launch frequency compared to the previous Ariane 5.

New 'Moon on Earth' can launch 'European renaissance' in space

LUNA facility in Cologne is pivotal for Europe's lunar technology R&D, illustrating a path to rejuvenate European space exploration.

European Space Agency ready to assemble first Ariane 6

The European Space Agency is preparing to launch the first Ariane 6 rocket, focusing on efficiency and increased launch frequency compared to the previous Ariane 5.
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#space-mission

New Images of Mercury Show Speckled Surface in Sharp Detail

BepiColombo's recent flyby provided unprecedented images of Mercury, enhancing scientific understanding of the planet's surface.

ESA spending 17M on spacecraft to watch it go up in flames

ESA's DRACO mission aims to understand spacecraft re-entry destruction processes through a contracted spacecraft that intentionally burns up upon re-entry.

New Images of Mercury Show Speckled Surface in Sharp Detail

BepiColombo's recent flyby provided unprecedented images of Mercury, enhancing scientific understanding of the planet's surface.

ESA spending 17M on spacecraft to watch it go up in flames

ESA's DRACO mission aims to understand spacecraft re-entry destruction processes through a contracted spacecraft that intentionally burns up upon re-entry.
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The Astro Pi 2024/25 challenge has launched

The Astro Pi challenge encourages youth to engage with programming and space science through practical applications aboard the ISS.
#space-debris

ESA, Neuraspace ink 2-year deal for Space Traffic wrangling

Neuraspace collaborates with ESA to enhance space traffic management and tackle the growing issue of space debris.

European satellite weighing 5,000lbs will crash to Earth this month

ERS-2, a satellite launched by the European Space Agency in 1995, is set to crash back down to Earth this month.
The exact time and location of the satellite's reentry are unknown, but experts predict it will likely fall into the ocean.
The risk of being injured by space debris is less than 1 in 100 billion.

Falling space debris: How high is the risk I'll get hit? DW 03/08/2024

Authorities warn of space debris reentry over Germany on March 8-9, 2024, with limited details.
Space debris, like ISS battery pack, reenter Earth uncontrolled, posing low risk of casualties but uncertain landing locations.

ESA, Neuraspace ink 2-year deal for Space Traffic wrangling

Neuraspace collaborates with ESA to enhance space traffic management and tackle the growing issue of space debris.

European satellite weighing 5,000lbs will crash to Earth this month

ERS-2, a satellite launched by the European Space Agency in 1995, is set to crash back down to Earth this month.
The exact time and location of the satellite's reentry are unknown, but experts predict it will likely fall into the ocean.
The risk of being injured by space debris is less than 1 in 100 billion.

Falling space debris: How high is the risk I'll get hit? DW 03/08/2024

Authorities warn of space debris reentry over Germany on March 8-9, 2024, with limited details.
Space debris, like ISS battery pack, reenter Earth uncontrolled, posing low risk of casualties but uncertain landing locations.
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Europe's space ambitions on the right trajectory, ESA Director General says

Europe aims to regain its competitive edge in space with new launchers and successful missions in 2024.

Cluster II spacecraft reenters and burns up

The ESA celebrated the end of the Cluster II mission with a symbolic farewell to the spacecraft, commemorating a 24-year exploration of the Earth's magnetosphere.

Look! The ESA's JUICE Spacecraft Just Performed A Daring Slingshot Around Earth

JUICE uses gravity assists for efficient navigation to Jupiter, demonstrating the importance of utilizing planetary gravity in spacecraft trajectory adjustments.

Europe's JUICE Jupiter Probe Zooms past the Moon in Historic Flyby

JUICE probe successfully utilized a lunar gravity assist to aid its mission toward Jupiter, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.

It's going to be hair-raising': high-risk slingshot move will send robot craft to Jupiter

European Space Agency launching Juice to explore Jupiter's moons for potential signs of life.

These 352 Asteroids Likely Have Cute Little Moonlets

The Gaia spacecraft identified 352 asteroid systems with their own orbiting moons, known as binary asteroids, using precise motion data.

Spacecraft Takes Close Up Video of the Sun, Revealing Otherworldly Hellscape

The European Space Agency released a captivating video of the Sun's surface taken by the Solar Orbiter, showcasing features like coronal rain and spicules in incredible detail.

ESA's Gaia mission discovers the biggest stellar black hole in our galaxy yet

Scientists have discovered a stellar black hole 33 times the size of our sun in the Milky Way, the largest of its kind seen in our galaxy so far.

Euclid space telescope's 'eye' is clear

The de-icing process for Euclid's optics exceeded expectations by significantly improving light reception from distant galaxies.
The de-icing was achieved by heating each mirror in turn, resulting in a 15% increase in received light, pinpointing the location of the ice formation.

Look! Mars Express Orbiter Took Photos Of Mars That Look Straight From Dune

Mars Express spacecraft captures images of rejuvenated ice-rich region near Mars's north pole.
The smooth region with sand dunes on Mars suggests ongoing natural processes rejuvenate the surface.

Why is Venus so inhospitable? ESA launches new mission to find out

The European Space Agency has launched a new mission, EnVision, to study Venus in unprecedented detail.
EnVision will explore Venus from its inner core to its outer atmosphere to understand why it is so different from Earth.

Rocket Report: Iran reaches orbit; Chinese firm achieves impressive landing test

Europe is seeking to support small launch companies through a new program that provides flight opportunities for new technologies.
Five launch companies have been selected to participate in the program, with proposals for the first phase due at the end of February.
The European Space Agency expects to select up to three companies for initial contracts with a combined value of 75 million euros to begin design work on their vehicles.

Bethesda Is Offering One Lucky Person A Chance To Win A Real-Life Custom Starfield Spacesuit

Xbox and the European Space Agency are offering a contest for fans to design their own spacesuit for Starfield.
The winning design will be brought to life by the ESA and the winner will receive a replica of their design.

This spectrometer was set to be the first-ever European tech on the moon. But it might never get there

European-built tech successfully launched to land on the moon
Tech will explore the Moon's atmosphere and unlock mysteries of its water cycle
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