Artificial Gravity Wheels: Why Haven’t We Built One Yet?
Despite being such a popular idea, nobody has yet built an artificial gravity wheel. Here are their engineering headaches, cost, and physics.
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Discover the incredible world of spacecraft and the vast possibilities of space exploration! From rovers and probes exploring distant planets to satellites orbiting Earth and beyond, each piece of space technology plays a unique role in uncovering the mysteries of the cosmos. Dive into our articles to learn how these marvels of engineering are designed, the missions they undertake, and the groundbreaking discoveries they bring back to Earth.
10 of the Best Space-Themed Movies and Their Scientific Accuracy
If you love space exploration, here’s a list of 10 of the best space-themed movies, mixing realism, adventure, and science fiction.
Main Types of Earth Orbits and Their Spacecraft
Learn about the most commonly recognized Earth orbits based on altitude and inclination, including LEO, MEO, GSO, SSO, and more.
Why Did The Soviets Call Their Satellites Kosmos?
The name Kosmos started in 1962, and it was used for satellites that either malfunctioned or were designed to orbit Earth but not go further!
All About The Orlan Space Suit: The Russian EVA
The Orlan space suit is a series of Russian-made extravehicular activity (EVA) suits first introduced in the 1970s for spacewalks.
What Is The Extravehicular Mobility Unit (EMU)?
Explore the EMU, NASA’s state-of-the-art spacesuit designed for extravehicular activities (EVAs) in microgravity environments.
All the ISS Modules and How They Are Used
The ISS is built from interconnected modules contributed by various countries. Learn more about each of them and their purpose.
The Nedelin Catastrophe: One Of The Worst Disasters in Space Exploration
The Nedelin Catastrophe from 1960 resulted in the deaths of over 100 military personnel, engineers, and technicians. What caused it?
How Big Is The Starship? A Look Into SpaceX’s Sizes
SpaceX’s Starship stands out as a behemoth in the realm of space exploration. But how big is it? And how does it compare to other rockets?
But Is It Reusable? All Rockets And Their Capabilities
For decades, rockets were used once and then left to burn up or crash. Not anymore! But which of the ones we use today are actually reusable?
Chinese Rockets at a Glance: All The Long March
The Long March 1 initiated China’s orbital launch capabilities in 1970. Let’s take a look at all the memebrs of this famous rocket family.
A Quick Guide to Rocket Propellant (Liquid Fuel, Solid, and Others)
Rocket propellant is the fuel and oxidizer that powers rockets into space. Let’s take a look at the three main types.
Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO) vs Geostationary Orbit (GEO)
Explore the difference between Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO) and Geostationary Orbit (GEO), their purposes, altitudes, and shapes.
What You Need to Know About Spacecraft Docking Mechanisms
Docking mechanisms might not sound glamorous, but they’re absolutely critical to modern space exploration. Let’s learn about them.
What Is Microgravity?
In a microgravity environment, things behave very differently compared to on Earth. Here’s all you need to know to understand it.
What Is a Spacecraft, And How Is It Different From a Satellite?
When people talk about space exploration, you’ll often hear terms like “spacecraft” and “satellite” thrown around. But are they the same?
All the Mars Rovers by Date
Explore the list of all Mars rovers (Sojourner and Spirit to Zhurong and ExoMars), along with key information about each mission.
How Do Solar Panels Work in Space?
Have you ever wondered how spacecraft get their energy? Here’s a detailed breakdown of how solar panels function in the space environment.
Simply explained: What Is an Ascent Propulsion System Engine?
An APS engine is a rocket engine designed to propel a spacecraft from a celestial body into space or back to orbit. Here’s how it works.