ESA signed a new Memorandum of Understanding with Vast, builder of the Haven space stations, replacing the 2024 agreement and showing how Europe prepares for the post-ISS era.
ESA and Vast: the new MoU and Europe’s future after the ISS Read More »
A University of Vienna-led team operated a programmable photonic quantum processor in orbit and observed two-photon interference: a real first, but a feasibility test, not a useful quantum computation.
Photonic Quantum Processor in Orbit: What the First Test Proved, and What It Didn’t Read More »
Between October 2 and 4, 2026, a possible minor geomagnetic storm could bring auroras to high latitudes while Saturn reaches opposition on October 4, the best time of the year to observe it.
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SpaceX’s Crew-13 launches to the ISS on October 1, 2026, carrying four astronauts for about six months. What the mission will do, how it unfolds, and why it was delayed.
SpaceX Crew-13 Launches to the ISS: What the Mission Will Do and Why It Slipped Read More »
NASA’s PRIMA far-infrared telescope has advanced to Phase B as the first Probe Explorer mission. If confirmed, it launches in 2033 for a five-year mission, the first major far-infrared observatory since Herschel.
tag: Space Park Leicester Cover image credits: SPL Representatives of HMS Daring have visited Space Park Leicester as the Royal Navy ship continues to strengthen its ties with Leicester and the wider county. The delegation included HMS Daring’s Commanding Officer, Commander Andrew Platt RN, and Weapon Engineer Officer, Lieutenant Commander Adam Thompson RN. They
