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NASA Tests 3D-Printed Rocket Nozzle for Future Missions to Moon, Mars
In order to be able to carry heavier payloads through deep space, NASA designed a lightweight rocket engine nozzle made of aluminium that can still withstand the heat of launches. NASA recently tested two 3D printed nozzles at the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, proving that they can operate in the most demanding…
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Bizarre Object Washes Ashore in WA, Sparking Investigation
On Sunday, a canister-like object washed ashore in Green Head, Western Australia, triggering a mystery for both state and federal officials. Its origin has not yet been confirmed, but early speculation suggests it came from a rocket. As reported in The Guardian, the large cylindrical object appeared on a beach near Jurien Bay, roughly 220…
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China Tests Parachute System to Control Falling Rocket Boosters
In an effort to prevent falling rockets from landing on populated areas, China tested a parachute system designed to control where its rocket boosters land back on Earth.
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Virgin’s Other Space Project Is Back Testing Its Space Plane
In the race to become the first billionaire in Space, Richard Branson did a pretty good job with his Virgin Galactic outfit. But after flying very close to space back in July 2021, the privateer spaceflight company has sat dormant with no orbital action since Branson’s flight. Now, the company is ramping up its testing…