Video Shows Mars and Deimos Close Up During ESA's Hera FlybyHera spacecraft successfully captured striking images of Mars and Deimos during its flyby.The Mars flyby provided crucial data for Hera's mission to study asteroid Dimorphos.
Passing probe captures images of mysterious Mars moonHera spacecraft captures images of Mars's moon Deimos en route to distant asteroids.
Space science and exploration in 2025: What to know DW 01/02/2025Space 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 scienceThe 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 gravityThe 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 FlybyJUICE will be the first spacecraft to perform a double gravitational assist maneuver while flying past Earth and the Moon, enhancing its journey to Jupiter.
Video Shows Mars and Deimos Close Up During ESA's Hera FlybyHera spacecraft successfully captured striking images of Mars and Deimos during its flyby.The Mars flyby provided crucial data for Hera's mission to study asteroid Dimorphos.
Passing probe captures images of mysterious Mars moonHera spacecraft captures images of Mars's moon Deimos en route to distant asteroids.
Space science and exploration in 2025: What to know DW 01/02/2025Space 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 scienceThe 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 gravityThe 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 FlybyJUICE will be the first spacecraft to perform a double gravitational assist maneuver while flying past Earth and the Moon, enhancing its journey to Jupiter.
ESA finally has a commercial launch strategy, but will member states pay?European Space Agency aims to boost competition in the launch market by inviting proposals for service contracts and upgraded launch vehicles.
ESA cuts the ribbon at 34,000-core HPC centerThe European Space Agency launched the SpaceHPC supercomputing facility to enhance data processing in the space industry.
When Europe needed it most, the Ariane 6 rocket finally deliveredThe Ariane 6 rocket successfully deployed the CSO-3 satellite, restoring Europe's autonomous access to space.
Hera', the first European planetary defence mission, launches successfullyThe Hera mission successfully launched to study asteroid deflection strategies, overcoming the challenges posed by Hurricane Milton.
Europe has the worst imaginable idea to counter SpaceX's launch dominanceEurope is concerned about SpaceX's dominance and its implications for sovereignty and local businesses.
When Europe needed it most, the Ariane 6 rocket finally deliveredThe Ariane 6 rocket successfully deployed the CSO-3 satellite, restoring Europe's autonomous access to space.
Hera', the first European planetary defence mission, launches successfullyThe Hera mission successfully launched to study asteroid deflection strategies, overcoming the challenges posed by Hurricane Milton.
Europe has the worst imaginable idea to counter SpaceX's launch dominanceEurope is concerned about SpaceX's dominance and its implications for sovereignty and local businesses.
Phew! The risk of that asteroid hitting Earth in 2032 has significantly loweredThe probability of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth has decreased significantly to 0.16%.
A spaceship punched an asteroid - we're about to learn what came nextThe European Space Agency's Hera mission aims to assess asteroid deflection effectiveness following NASA's successful DART impact experiment.
UK needs to give more to ESA, says Brian CoxThe UK should collaborate with the European Space Agency for future space endeavors, as US partnerships are unstable due to variable funding.
Apophis: a European space mission gets up close with an asteroid set to brush by EarthESA has approved initial work for a mission to asteroid Apophis, with potential rendezvous planned for 2029.
Phew! The risk of that asteroid hitting Earth in 2032 has significantly loweredThe probability of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth has decreased significantly to 0.16%.
A spaceship punched an asteroid - we're about to learn what came nextThe European Space Agency's Hera mission aims to assess asteroid deflection effectiveness following NASA's successful DART impact experiment.
UK needs to give more to ESA, says Brian CoxThe UK should collaborate with the European Space Agency for future space endeavors, as US partnerships are unstable due to variable funding.
Apophis: a European space mission gets up close with an asteroid set to brush by EarthESA has approved initial work for a mission to asteroid Apophis, with potential rendezvous planned for 2029.
Space telescope finds rare 'Einstein Ring' of light in nearby galaxyAn Einstein Ring was discovered around the galaxy NGC 6505, showcasing the capabilities of the Euclid space telescope.
Palisades fire, seen from aboveThe Sentinel-2 satellite provided a timely image of the Palisades fire, highlighting its early development and the impact of wind.
Europe will build its own secure satellite networkThe IRIS satellite constellation represents a significant EU investment to compete with Starlink in satellite communications.
These satellites are on a mission to create the first fake solar eclipses. Here's howThe 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 demandScientists 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 howThe 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 demandScientists 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.
ISRO launches ESA's formation flying Proba-3India'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 contractsNon-competition clauses at the European Space Agency restrict mobility and career advancement for aerospace professionals across Europe.
Vega launches Sentinel-2C in 'fitting' swan song for European rocketThe 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 launchPLD 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 rocketThe 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 launchPLD Space is developing Europe's first privately developed satellite launcher with significant funding and strategic site selection.
Euclid telescope reveals first 'stunning' piece of its map of the universeThe Euclid telescope has captured an expansive 208-gigapixel image, marking the start of its mission to create a cosmic map.
New 'Moon on Earth' can launch 'European renaissance' in spaceLUNA 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 6The 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 spaceLUNA 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 6The 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 Images of Mercury Show Speckled Surface in Sharp DetailBepiColombo'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 flamesESA'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 DetailBepiColombo'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 flamesESA's DRACO mission aims to understand spacecraft re-entry destruction processes through a contracted spacecraft that intentionally burns up upon re-entry.
The Astro Pi 2024/25 challenge has launchedThe Astro Pi challenge encourages youth to engage with programming and space science through practical applications aboard the ISS.
ESA, Neuraspace ink 2-year deal for Space Traffic wranglingNeuraspace collaborates with ESA to enhance space traffic management and tackle the growing issue of space debris.
Europe's space ambitions on the right trajectory, ESA Director General saysEurope aims to regain its competitive edge in space with new launchers and successful missions in 2024.
Cluster II spacecraft reenters and burns upThe 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 EarthJUICE 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 FlybyJUICE 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 JupiterEuropean Space Agency launching Juice to explore Jupiter's moons for potential signs of life.
These 352 Asteroids Likely Have Cute Little MoonletsThe 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 HellscapeThe 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 yetScientists 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.