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Self-docking spacecraft could be built with AI system similar to ChatGPT

Scientists have invented a program that allows spacecraft to dock autonomously. It's still in testing phases, but the next step may be to try it out i...

Self-docking spacecraft could be built with AI system similar to ChatGPT

Trio of mini moon rovers pass key tests ahead of upcoming lunar launch (photos)

The CADRE rovers, destined for the next Intuitive Machines mission to the moon, are able to work together thanks to cooperative software.

Trio of mini moon rovers pass key tests ahead of upcoming lunar launch (photos)

NASA enlists citizen scientists to help solve solar mysteries during the total solar eclipse 2024

The Eclipse Megamovie Project 2024 will enlist citizen scientists to photograph the total solar eclipse and solve the mystery of solar jets and plumes...

NASA enlists citizen scientists to help solve solar mysteries during the total solar eclipse 2024

'Like planning a giant wedding:' How NASA astronaut Anil Menon helped SpaceX with 1st U.S. splashdown in 45 years (exclusive)

In 2020, while COVID was at its height, two NASA astronauts splashed down in a SpaceX Crew Dragon for the first time ever. New agency astronaut Anil M...

'Like planning a giant wedding:' How NASA astronaut Anil Menon helped SpaceX with 1st U.S. splashdown in 45 years (exclusive)

Canon EOS R8 vs Sony A7C II: Which should you buy?

Each marketed as its brand's 'smallest full-frame camera', we're comparing the Sony A7C II with the Canon EOS R8 to find out which one is worth invest...

Canon EOS R8 vs Sony A7C II: Which should you buy?

Dark Energy Camera captures record-breaking image of a dead star's scattered remains

The Vela supernova remnant looks breathtaking in this image from the powerful DECam, revealing intricacies in debris that resulted from the destructio...

Dark Energy Camera captures record-breaking image of a dead star's scattered remains

Sky-Watcher 200P EQ5 telescope review

The Sky-Watcher 200P (with EQ5 mount) is a quality telescope to capture affordable, quality views of the universe.

Sky-Watcher 200P EQ5 telescope review

Scientists find black hole spaghettifying star remarkably close to Earth

Astronomers have discovered rather close evidence of a star being ripped apart and devoured by a supermassive black hole in a tidal disruption event.

Scientists find black hole spaghettifying star remarkably close to Earth

Giant Mars volcano discovered 'hiding' in plain sight

A giant volcano has been hiding in plain sight for decades in one of Mars' most iconic regions.

Giant Mars volcano discovered 'hiding' in plain sight

See Mercury at its best in the night sky this month

For those in the Northern Hemisphere, we're in the midst of a fine "window of opportunity" for viewing Mercury in the evening sky throughout March.

See Mercury at its best in the night sky this month

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to launch Starlink satellites on record-tying 19th mission tonight

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is set to lift off for a record-tying 19th time tonight (March 13), carrying 23 Starlink internet satellites to orbit.

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to launch Starlink satellites on record-tying 19th mission tonight

'Constellation' season 1 episode 6 review: Haunted houses and new perspectives

In episode 6, 'Constellation' becomes more unsettling and offers renewed hope that we might be going somewhere stimulating.

'Constellation' season 1 episode 6 review: Haunted houses and new perspectives

Deep-space astronomy sensor peers into the heart of an atom

Astronomy instruments usually investigate huge cosmic objects like stars, planets and entire galaxies. Now, a team of scientists used such a tool to i...

Deep-space astronomy sensor peers into the heart of an atom

Water-themed plaque to fly on Europa Clipper to Jupiter's icy ocean moon

NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft, which is dedicated to studying Jupiter's icy ocean moon, will carry with it a metal plaque etched with the ripples c...

Water-themed plaque to fly on Europa Clipper to Jupiter's icy ocean moon

SpaceX stacks Starship ahead of 3rd test flight (photos)

SpaceX has stacked Starship ahead of the megarocket's highly anticipated third test flight, which could take place as soon as Thursday (March 14).

SpaceX stacks Starship ahead of 3rd test flight (photos)

A rare nova ignites a 'new star' in the sky this year. Here's how to see it

A nova named T Coronae Borealis is expected to decorate the night sky between February and September 2024 for the first time in 80 years. Here's how y...

A rare nova ignites a 'new star' in the sky this year. Here's how to see it

Russia and China announce plan to build shared nuclear reactor on the moon by 2035, 'without humans'

The proposed nuclear reactor, which could be transported and assembled without human assistance, would provide energy to a lunar base that Russia and ...

Russia and China announce plan to build shared nuclear reactor on the moon by 2035, 'without humans'

Mars attracts: How the Red Planet influences Earth's climate and seas

Scientists have discovered a surprising 2.4-million-year-cycle in deep-sea sediments that indicates Mars has an influence on Earth's oceans and climat...

Mars attracts: How the Red Planet influences Earth's climate and seas

You could win a chance to watch 2024's total solar eclipse from a jet. Here's how

Public charter jet service JSX has opened up a sweepstakes for its total solar eclipse flight in Dallas, Texas. There will be 6 winners, and each winn...

You could win a chance to watch 2024's total solar eclipse from a jet. Here's how

Watch 'horned' comet 12P/Pons-Brooks zoom past the Andromeda Galaxy live today (video)

Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks is currently sailing past the Andromeda Galaxy in the night sky as it races toward Earth, and you can watch it live today.

Watch 'horned' comet 12P/Pons-Brooks zoom past the Andromeda Galaxy live today (video)