Satellite megaconstellations may spell problems for us here on Earth
The concept of a commercial satellite constellation is relatively new but becoming more and more popular.
Space
China sets up its own internet satellite network plans
Starting in December, China Aerospace Science and Industry Corp (CASC) plans to launch its first satellites, which will make up a fleet of 300 by 2030.
Chinese scientists invent a robot that can create oxygen on Mars
This AI system is able to analyze minerals found in meteorites on Mars and then figure out the chemicals needed to produce oxygen.
SpaceX’s Starlink may boost sales to about US$15 million in 2024
Insiders say SpaceX is expected to generate around US$9 billion in revenue this year, covering both its rocket launch and Starlink businesses.
The Big Whack and Earth’s insides reveal a possible origin of the moon
Have you ever wondered what, exactly, caused the creation of Earth’s moon?
China’s looking to private companies to boost its space program
The China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) is considering collaborating with private-sector companies on its upcoming space missions.
Tiangong station Shenzhou-16 crew comes back to Earth
In May, China launched the Shenzhou-16 mission, which involved sending three taikonauts (Chinese astronauts) to the Tiangong space station.