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15 of the weirdest things we have launched into space

From a dummy-driven Tesla, to a giant disco ball, to U.S. presidents' hair, here are some of the weirdest things humans have put into space.

LiveScience

Elon Musk’s Biographer on the "Dirty Secret of Aerospace"

Ashlee Vance's new book explores the commercial space ventures inspired by Elon Musk's SpaceX and their race to profit off the cosmos.

Inverse

Ashlee Vance's 'When The Heavens Went On Sale' unveils the mysterious world of space startups

Ashlee Vance's new book follows four fast-growing launch startups, providing an inside look at a highly dynamic segment of the space industry.

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NASA’s Newest Mini Satellites Just Launched — And They Could Transform Our Understanding of Hurricanes

Rocket Lab launched NASA satellites that will closely watch storm formation and could improve forecasting.

Inverse

NASA launches two satellites from New Zealand as part of cyclone-monitoring project

New storm trackers launched from New Zealand's North Island will help give hourly updates of tropical cyclones, rather than the six hourly updates provided by current satellites.

ABC News

Rocket Lab launches 2 NASA satellites to study tropical storms and hurricanes like never before

Rocket Lab just launched a pair of storm-hunting cubesats toward orbit, the first of two missions it will fly for NASA's TROPICS constellation.

Space

Watch Rocket Lab launch 2 NASA storm-watching satellites tonight

Rocket Lab will launch the first set of NASA's TROPICS satellites on May 7, to provide better forecasts amid extreme weather.

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Rocket Lab to launch 2 missions for NASA hurricane-watching constellation

Rocket Lab is preparing to launch four tiny NASA hurricane-studying satellites across two missions from the company's Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand.

Space

Rocket Lab to fly used engine for 1st time later this year

Rocket Lab plans to launch a mission with a pre-flown engine later this year, taking a big step toward its goal of rocket reusability.

Space

Virgin Orbit bankruptcy: why the UK's spaceport industry may still have a bright future

The UK’s space sector has shown a remarkable dynamism in the past few years. According to the latest official figures, the sector’s revenue grew about 5.1% in 2021, outpacing the global space industry. This is even more impressive considering the UK’s economy declined over the same period.

The Conversation

Strongest solar storm in nearly 6 years slams into Earth catching forecasters by surprise

A stealthy solar storm surprised forecasters, causing spaceflight delays and incredible aurora displays as far south as New Mexico.

Space

Rocket Lab launches 2 satellites, returns booster to Earth after delay from surprise solar storm

The strongest solar storm in six years delayed Rocket Lab's early morning launch on Friday, March 24, by 90 minutes, and space weather forecasters didn't see coming.

Space

Watch Rocket Lab launch 2 satellites, recover booster on March 24 after delay

Rocket Lab plans to launch two satellites early Friday morning (March 24), on a mission that includes a booster recovery at sea. Watch it live here.

Space

Rocket Lab makes first US launch with Virginia liftoff

With 32 launches from New Zealand in the books, Rocket Lab made its first launch from the U.S. on a flight called “Virginia is For Launch Lovers” on Tuesday.

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Rocket Lab’s first U.S. launch: Mission details and how to watch

Rocket Lab will soon launch its first rocket from U.S. soil and send radio frequency-monitoring satellites into space.

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand MP says Rocket Lab launches could betray country’s anti-nuclear stance

The commercial space company rejects criticism of satellite launches for the US military

Benzinga

Cathie Wood To The Moon! Ark Invest Loading Up On This Space Company For Its ETFs

Ark Invest and Cathie Wood have bet on several space-related companies over the years. The ETF company also launched its own space ETF in 2021 to tackle the growing industry.

Inverse

A private mission wants to find alien life on the Solar System's most unrelenting planet

The Venus Life Finder mission wants to find microbes on the place they shouldn't be able to survive.

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Inverse

Move over, Mars: This SpaceX rival is going to Venus to search for alien life

Rcoket Lab's planned high-energy Photon mission to Venus could have the potential to expand scientific planetary missions from the private sector.

Inverse

This SpaceX rival may finally force the space industry to deal with its junk

Powerhouses like SpaceX and Rocket Lab are looking into reusable parts for their rockets, which could make above-Earth tourism and research cheaper and more sustainable.

Benzinga

Are Rocket Lab's Shares Undervalued?

In comparison with perceived market-leader SpaceX, Rocket Lab USA's (NASDAQ: RKLB) valuation is underwhelming. Given its $2.5 billion market capitalization, Rocket Lab is eclipsed by the $127 billion SpaceX.

The Guardian - AU

US and Australia to launch second joint spy satellite from site in New Zealand

Some in space industry bewildered by Australia’s lack of fanfare about the launch of the satellites, which will be used to collect intelligence for allied nations

Daily Mirror

NASA loses contact with satellite sent in plan to put astronauts back on Moon

NASA have admitted that they have lost contact with their Capstone satellite that was launched to orbit the Moon with the plan of putting astronauts back on the lunar surface

Wales Online

Satellite breaks free of Earth orbit and is heading towards moon

It is hoped the satellite will soar past the moon before being pulled back into its orbit

Asharq Al-Awsat

NASA Satellite Breaks from Orbit around Earth, Heads to Moon

A satellite the size of a microwave oven successfully broke free from its orbit around Earth on Monday and is headed toward the moon, the latest step in NASA's plan to land astronauts on the lunar surface again. It's been an unusual journey already for the Capstone satellite. It was…

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