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In 1992, Endeavour carried 4 female African clawed frogs into orbit; their eggs were fertilized in microgravity and developed into apparently normal tadpoles

In 1992, four frogs embarked on a journey aboard the space shuttle Endeavour as part of a groundbreaking reproductive experiment. Their eggs underwent fertilization in the microgravity of space, allowing scientists to observe early developmental challenges in space-flown embryos. Upon their return, however, the tadpoles displayed normal anatomical features and…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

In 1992, Endeavour rescued stranded Intelsat VI; three astronauts captured it by hand, and a new booster sent the satellite to geosynchronous orbit

In 1992, NASA unleashed the Endeavour shuttle on an ambitious mission to salvage a damaged satellite. The crew faced daunting challenges during their multiple spacewalks, grappling with initial failures. Highlighting their determination was a historic three-person spacewalk that expertly secured the Intelsat VI satellite for repairs. By fitting a new…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

In 2015, astronauts brewed espresso in orbit and drank it from a 3D-printed cup; surface tension pulled the coffee toward their lips without gravity

Astronauts can now drink coffee normally in space thanks to a special 3D-printed cup. This innovative design utilizes capillary flow to move liquids without gravity's assistance. The space cup allows astronauts to sip coffee directly from the rim, a significant improvement. This technology, developed by NASA, also aids in moving…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

In 2018, a laboratory was launched to the International Space Station to study ultra-cold quantum gases in the microgravity environment

In 2018, a laboratory was launched to the International Space Station to study ultra-cold quantum gases in the microgravity environment. NASA’s Cold Atom Lab uses lasers to cool atoms near absolute zero. The facility allows scientists to study quantum phenomena, produce Bose-Einstein condensates in orbit and examine how atoms behave…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

In 2013, balloons were launched by NASA near the North and South poles to study X-rays in Earth’s atmosphere

In 2013, balloons were launched by NASA near the North and South poles to study X-rays in Earth’s atmosphere as part of the Balloon Array for Radiation-belt Relativistic Electron Losses (BARREL) mission. The mission studied electrons falling from the Van Allen Belts, measured X-rays and electron precipitation, and supported spacecraft…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

China-Linked Hackers Spent Years Inside NASA, the Fed and the Senate Before the FBI Shut Them Down

US federal law enforcement dismantled a China-linked cyber-espionage network targeting key institutions like NASA and the Federal Reserve, seizing domains used for surveillance campaigns.

International Business Times UK · Aug 26

Astronomers discover hot watery exoplanet destined to be swallowed by its star

A newly discovered water dominated exoplanet is in hot-water literally and figuratively, it orbits so close to its parent star it is headed to a fatal collision that will see it devoured.

Space · Aug 26

In 1958, NASA launched a spacecraft Able 2 for the first time to the Moon but the mission failed after a small error and the probe reentered Earth's atmosphere about 43 hours after launch

In 1958, NASA launched Able 2, later known as Pioneer 1, on a mission to study the Moon. The spacecraft failed to reach lunar orbit after a Thor second-stage shutdown reduced its speed. A problem linked to an accelerometer setting caused the shutdown. The probe still gathered data about Earth’s…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

A black star in a false Spanish twilight: Here's the story of my 1st total solar eclipse

I journeyed to the path of totality in Spain to watch the Aug. 12 total solar eclipse with a group of passionate citizen scientists. Here's my story.

Space · Aug 26

US Justice Department seizes domains it says Chinese state-sponsored hackers used to infiltrate systems at NASA, Senate, Federal Reserve, and more — FBI moves forward with domain seizures

The U.S. Department of Justice and FBI announced domain seizures related to state-sponsored hacking activities that have impacted NASA, the Senate, and more.

Tom’s Hardware · Aug 26