May 2024
Out of this world – NASA’s textile technicians and innovations for space voyages
... of some innovative textiles and fibres follow. Membrane modules Membrane engineering is an innovative solution needed for deep space exploration. Filtration membranes for air and water purification and recycling are an example of these ‘invisible...
November 2020
Space medicine and terrestrial health care
... with the advanced technologies of other countries. The results thereof are important for the prospects of deep space exploration, but also yield benefits to people on Earth. To consolidate the experience of scientists from many countries, the...
13 March 2015
Russian space agency endorses ISS until 2024
... will evaluate options for heavy-lift launchers and deep space exploration, said Yuri Koptev, the council’s chairman and a former head of the Russian space agency. Russia’s space program — as described in the Roscosmos press release — will include...
12 March 2018
Satellite-servicing space drones set for launch in 2020
... craft’s longer term uses could also include support for asteroid-mining, deep space exploration and space manufacturing logistics. “Launching our first two SPACE DRONE™ spacecraft into a geostationary orbit is part of our strong commitment to our...
07 November 2018
China unveils its new space station 'Heavenly Palace'
...using their outpost: research, technology and as a stepping-stone for deep-space exploration," said Chen Lan, analyst at GoTaikonauts.com, a website specialised in the Chinese space programme. According to state media, some 40 plans from 27 countries...
June 2021
China’s ascending commercial space sector
... third phase of the Tiangong programme – planned for launch later this year, and future Chang’e missions, deep space exploration missions and even human lunar missions planned for later in the decade. The enormity of these projects...
