8 days ago
Hubble Captures Steller Nurseries in a Majestic Spiral
This image from the NASAESA Hubble Space Telescope features the spiral galaxy IC 1954, located 45 million light-years from Earth in the constellation Horologium. It sports a glowing bar in its core, majestically winding spiral arms, and clouds of dark dust across it. Numerous glowing, pink spots across the disc of the galaxy are H-alpha . https://science.nasa.gov/m...#nasa #space #news #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_galaxies #nasa_spiral_galaxies #nasa_stars #nasa_organizations #nasa_general #nasa_ames_research_center #nasa_cubesats #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_space_biology #nasa_stennis_space_center #nasa_black_holes #nasa_missions #nasa_the_universe #nasa_get_involved #nasa_artemis #nasa_artemis_3 #nasa_earth 's_moon #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_commercial_crew #nasa_kennedy_space_center
9 days ago
NASA Hosts Two Workshops for Consultation on LEO Microgravity Strategy
As part of NASAs effort to advance microgravity science, technology, and exploration in low Earth orbit LEO, the agency conducted two stakeholder workshops in London and Washington to solicit feedback from the international community, including NASAs international partners, American industry, and academia on Sept. 6 and Sept. 13, respectively. The agency released a draft set 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/image...#nasa #space #news #nasa_organizations #nasa_general #nasa_ames_research_center #nasa_cubesats #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_space_biology #nasa_stennis_space_center #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_black_holes #nasa_missions #nasa_stars #nasa_the_universe #nasa_get_involved #nasa_artemis #nasa_artemis_3 #nasa_earth 's_moon #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_commercial_crew #nasa_kennedy_space_center
9 days ago
NASA’s BioSentinel Studies Solar Radiation as Earth Watches Aurora
In May 2024, a geomagnetic storm hit Earth, sending auroras across the planets skies in a once-in-a-generation light display. These dazzling sights are possible because of the interaction of coronal mass ejections explosions of plasma and magnetic field from the Sun with Earths magnetic field, which protects us from the radiation the Sun 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/gener...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_ames_research_center #nasa_cubesats #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_space_biology #nasa_stennis_space_center #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_black_holes #nasa_missions #nasa_stars #nasa_the_universe #nasa_get_involved #nasa_artemis #nasa_artemis_3 #nasa_earth 's_moon #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_commercial_crew #nasa_kennedy_space_center
9 days ago
Pioneer of Change: America Reyes Wang Makes NASA Space Biology More Open
As humans return to the Moon and push on toward Mars, scientists are ramping up research into the effects of space on the body to make sure astronauts stay healthy on longer missions. This research often involves spaceflight studies of rodents, insects, and other models in orbiting laboratories such as the International Space Station. However, . https://science.nasa.gov/o...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_ames_research_center #nasa_cubesats #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_space_biology #nasa_stennis_space_center #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_black_holes #nasa_missions #nasa_stars #nasa_the_universe #nasa_get_involved #nasa_artemis #nasa_artemis_3 #nasa_earth 's_moon #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_commercial_crew #nasa_kennedy_space_center
9 days ago
NASA Stennis Completes Key Test Complex Water System Upgrade
For almost 60 years, NASAs Stennis Space Center has tested rocket systems and engines to help power the nations human space exploration dreams. Completion of a critical water system infrastructure project helps ensure the site can continue that frontline work moving forward. The infrastructure at NASA Stennis is absolutely critical for rocket engine testing for 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/cente...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_ames_research_center #nasa_cubesats #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_space_biology #nasa_stennis_space_center #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_black_holes #nasa_missions #nasa_stars #nasa_the_universe #nasa_get_involved #nasa_artemis #nasa_artemis_3 #nasa_earth 's_moon #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_commercial_crew #nasa_kennedy_space_center
9 days ago
NASA’s Hubble Finds that a Black Hole Beam Promotes Stellar Eruptions
In a surprise finding, astronomers using NASAs Hubble Space Telescope have discovered that the blowtorch-like jet from a supermassive black hole at the core of a huge galaxy seems to cause stars to erupt along its trajectory. The stars, called novae, are not caught inside the jet, but apparently in a dangerous neighborhood nearby. The . https://science.nasa.gov/m...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_ames_research_center #nasa_cubesats #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_space_biology #nasa_stennis_space_center #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_black_holes #nasa_missions #nasa_stars #nasa_the_universe #nasa_get_involved #nasa_artemis #nasa_artemis_3 #nasa_earth 's_moon #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_commercial_crew #nasa_kennedy_space_center
9 days ago
Let It Go: (After Latching) Challenge
NASA is seeking innovative solutions for a synchronized antenna deployment system. The primary objective is to develop a mechanism that ensures sequential deployment of antenna panels, addressing a critical aspect of space-based communication technology. In this challenge, participants are tasked with designing a mechanism that will release hexagonal panels in a predetermined sequence. Specifically, the 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/direc...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_ames_research_center #nasa_cubesats #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_space_biology #nasa_stennis_space_center #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_black_holes #nasa_missions #nasa_stars #nasa_the_universe #nasa_get_involved #nasa_artemis #nasa_artemis_3 #nasa_earth 's_moon #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_commercial_crew #nasa_kennedy_space_center
9 days ago
NASA’s Artemis Science Instrument Gets Tested in Moon-Like Sandbox
Scientists and engineers tested NASAs LEMSLunar Environment Monitoring Station instrument suite in a sandbox of simulated Moon soil.. https://science.nasa.gov/s...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_ames_research_center #nasa_cubesats #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_space_biology #nasa_stennis_space_center #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_black_holes #nasa_missions #nasa_stars #nasa_the_universe #nasa_get_involved #nasa_artemis #nasa_artemis_3 #nasa_earth 's_moon #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_commercial_crew #nasa_kennedy_space_center
9 days ago
NASA Invites Public to Join as Virtual Guests for SpaceX Crew-9 Launch
NASA invites the public to participate as virtual guests in the launch of the agencys SpaceX Crew-9 mission. NASA astronaut Nick Hague, commander, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, mission specialist, will embark on a flight aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, launching no earlier than 1:17 p.m. EDT on Saturday, Sept. 28, from Space Launch Complex-40 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/get-i...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_ames_research_center #nasa_cubesats #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_space_biology #nasa_stennis_space_center #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_black_holes #nasa_missions #nasa_stars #nasa_the_universe #nasa_get_involved #nasa_artemis #nasa_artemis_3 #nasa_earth 's_moon #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_commercial_crew #nasa_kennedy_space_center
12 days ago
NASA, US Department of Education Bring STEM to After-School Programs
NASA and the U.S. Department of Education are teaming up to engage students in science, technology, engineering, and math STEM education during after-school hours. The interagency program aims to reach approximately 1,000 students in more than 60 sites across 10 states to join the program, 21st Century Community Learning Centers. Together with the Education Department, 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/news-...#nasa #space #news #nasa_get_involved #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_europa_clipper #nasa_europa #nasa_jupiter_moons #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_expedition_71 #nasa_artemis_accords #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_general #nasa_iss_research #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_mars #nasa_missions #nasa_science_activation
12 days ago
New Video Series Spotlights Engineers on NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission
With NASAs Europa Clipper just weeks away from launch, five short videos give a behind-the-scenes peek at some of the engineers dedicated to making the mission a success. What does it take to build a massive spacecraft that will seek to determine if a mysterious moon has the right ingredients for life Find out in 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/missi...#nasa #space #news #nasa_get_involved #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_europa_clipper #nasa_europa #nasa_jupiter_moons #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_expedition_71 #nasa_artemis_accords #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_general #nasa_iss_research #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_mars #nasa_missions #nasa_science_activation
12 days ago
Expedition 71 Soyuz Landing
NASA astronaut Tracy C. Dyson is seen smiling and holding a gifted matryoshka doll outside the Soyuz MS-25 spacecraft after she landed with Roscosmos cosmonauts Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub, in a remote area near the town of Zhezkazgan, Kazakhstan on Monday, Sept. 23, 2024. Dyson is returning to Earth after logging 184 days in 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/image...#nasa #space #news #nasa_get_involved #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_europa_clipper #nasa_europa #nasa_jupiter_moons #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_expedition_71 #nasa_artemis_accords #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_general #nasa_iss_research #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_mars #nasa_missions #nasa_science_activation
12 days ago
US, Republic of Korea Sign Statement to Advance Aerospace Cooperation
NASA and the Republic of Koreas newly created Korea AeroSpace Administration KASA signed a joint statement of intent Thursday affirming their interest to advance cooperation in space exploration, science, and aeronautics. The signing took place at NASA Headquarters in Washington during the KASAs first visit since its creation in May 2024. Building on years of 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/news-...#nasa #space #news #nasa_get_involved #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_europa_clipper #nasa_europa #nasa_jupiter_moons #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_expedition_71 #nasa_artemis_accords #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_general #nasa_iss_research #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_mars #nasa_missions #nasa_science_activation
12 days ago
NASA Selects Launch Provider for New NOAA Environmental Satellite
NASA has selected Firefly Aerospace, Inc. of Cedar Park, Texas, to provide launch services for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA QuickSounder mission. The selection is part of NASAs Venture-Class Acquisition of Dedicated and Rideshare VADR launch services contract. This contract allows the agency to make fixed-price indefinite-deliveryindefinite-quantity awards during VADRs five-year ordering period, 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/news-...#nasa #space #news #nasa_get_involved #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_europa_clipper #nasa_europa #nasa_jupiter_moons #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_expedition_71 #nasa_artemis_accords #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_general #nasa_iss_research #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_mars #nasa_missions #nasa_science_activation
12 days ago
Station Science Top News: September 20, 2024
Researchers found that eddies, or swirling wind patterns, increased moisture evaporation in an alfalfa field. A better understanding of the complex exchange of water and heat between the ground and atmosphere could improve remote sensing products and their use in agricultural water management. The stations ECOSTRESS instrument takes high-resolution thermal infrared measurements of Earths surface 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/cente...#nasa #space #news #nasa_get_involved #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_europa_clipper #nasa_europa #nasa_jupiter_moons #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_expedition_71 #nasa_artemis_accords #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_general #nasa_iss_research #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_mars #nasa_missions #nasa_science_activation
12 days ago
Women in Astronomy Citizen Science Webinar This Thursday
Women hold up half the sky but participation numbers for NASA-sponsored citizen science projects dont always reflect that. Why And what can we do to welcome people of all genders to participate During this weeks NASA Citizen Science Leaders Series webinar on Thursday, September 26, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. EDT, we will . https://science.nasa.gov/g...#nasa #space #news #nasa_get_involved #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_europa_clipper #nasa_europa #nasa_jupiter_moons #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_expedition_71 #nasa_artemis_accords #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_general #nasa_iss_research #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_mars #nasa_missions #nasa_science_activation
12 days ago
Celebrating 10 Years at Mars with NASA’s MAVEN Mission
A decade ago, on Sept. 21, 2014, NASAs MAVEN Mars Atmospheric and Volatile EvolutioN spacecraft entered orbit around Mars, beginning its ongoing exploration of the Red Planets upper atmosphere. The mission has produced a wealth of data about how Mars atmosphere. https://science.nasa.gov/m...#nasa #space #news #nasa_get_involved #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_europa_clipper #nasa_europa #nasa_jupiter_moons #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_expedition_71 #nasa_artemis_accords #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_general #nasa_iss_research #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_mars #nasa_missions #nasa_science_activation
12 days ago
NASA Science Activation Program Wins Prestigious Award
The NASA Science Activation SciAct Program has been selected to receive the American Geophysical Union AGU 2024 Excellence in Earth and Space Science Education Award. This prestigious, annual award, established in 1995, honors a mid-career or senior scientist team, individual, or group that has demonstrated a sustained commitment to broad, positive impact on Earth and . https://science.nasa.gov/l...#nasa #space #news #nasa_get_involved #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_europa_clipper #nasa_europa #nasa_jupiter_moons #nasa_the_solar_system #nasa_expedition_71 #nasa_artemis_accords #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_nasa_directorates #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_general #nasa_iss_research #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_mars #nasa_missions #nasa_science_activation
12 days ago
NASA Ames Stars of the Month: September 2024
The NASA Ames Science Directorate recognizes the outstanding contributions of pictured left to right Don Sullivan, Serena Trieu, Emmett Quigley, and Zara Mirmalek. Their commitment to the NASA mission represents the talent, camaraderie, and vision needed to explore this world and beyond. Earth Science Star: Don Sullivan Don Sullivan enables cutting-edge research in the Earth 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/gener...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_blogs #nasa_nasa_headquarters #nasa_get_involved #nasa_partner_with_us #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_astronauts #nasa_humans_in_space #nasa_iss_research #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_tracy_caldwell_dyson #nasa_aeronautics #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_nasa_history #nasa_people_of_nasa #nasa_women_at_nasa #nasa_aqua #nasa_earth #nasa_earth 's_atmosphere #nasa_terra
12 days ago
A Striped Surprise
Last week, team scientists and the internet alike were amazed when Perseverance spotted a black-and-white striped rock unlike any seen on Mars before. Is this a sign of exciting discoveries to come. https://science.nasa.gov/b...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_blogs #nasa_nasa_headquarters #nasa_get_involved #nasa_partner_with_us #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_astronauts #nasa_humans_in_space #nasa_iss_research #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_tracy_caldwell_dyson #nasa_aeronautics #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_nasa_history #nasa_people_of_nasa #nasa_women_at_nasa #nasa_aqua #nasa_earth #nasa_earth 's_atmosphere #nasa_terra
12 days ago
Sols 4311–4313: A Weekend of Engineering Curiosity
Earth planning date: Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 Today, we planned for 3 sols over the weekend. On Sol 4311, we have a lot of science activities planned, including some ChemCam and Mastcam observations of the Obelisk target. These activities will allow our instruments to gather data about rock features of interest within the rover workspace, . https://science.nasa.gov/b...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_blogs #nasa_nasa_headquarters #nasa_get_involved #nasa_partner_with_us #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_astronauts #nasa_humans_in_space #nasa_iss_research #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_tracy_caldwell_dyson #nasa_aeronautics #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_nasa_history #nasa_people_of_nasa #nasa_women_at_nasa #nasa_aqua #nasa_earth #nasa_earth 's_atmosphere #nasa_terra
12 days ago
NASA Expands Small Business, Industry Engagement Resources
Two new resources are available for businesses that provide products and services to support NASAs missions, from supersonic flight to lunar exploration, as well as companies that aim to engage the agency as a customer. While NASA practices transparency in its procurement processes to ensure access and participation by all businesses, we recognize that barriers 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/cente...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_blogs #nasa_nasa_headquarters #nasa_get_involved #nasa_partner_with_us #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_astronauts #nasa_humans_in_space #nasa_iss_research #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_tracy_caldwell_dyson #nasa_aeronautics #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_nasa_history #nasa_people_of_nasa #nasa_women_at_nasa #nasa_aqua #nasa_earth #nasa_earth 's_atmosphere #nasa_terra
12 days ago
Find Exoasteroids and Peek into the Future
What will remain of our solar system a few billion years from now Were launching the Exoasteroids project to gather some clues. Join this new citizen science project, and help search for variable white dwarfs bizarre objects that we can catch in the act of disassembling planetary systems. White dwarfs each pack the mass . https://science.nasa.gov/g...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_blogs #nasa_nasa_headquarters #nasa_get_involved #nasa_partner_with_us #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_astronauts #nasa_humans_in_space #nasa_iss_research #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_tracy_caldwell_dyson #nasa_aeronautics #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_nasa_history #nasa_people_of_nasa #nasa_women_at_nasa #nasa_aqua #nasa_earth #nasa_earth 's_atmosphere #nasa_terra
12 days ago
NASA Astronaut Tracy C. Dyson, Crewmates Return from Space Station
NASA astronaut Tracy C. Dyson completed a six-month research mission aboard the International Space Station on Monday, returning to Earth with Roscosmos cosmonauts Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub. The trio departed the space station aboard the Soyuz MS-25 spacecraft at 4:36 a.m.160;EDT Monday, Sept. 23, making a safe, parachute-assisted landing at 7:59 a.m. 4:59 p.m. 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/news-...#nasa #space #news #nasa_general #nasa_blogs #nasa_nasa_headquarters #nasa_get_involved #nasa_partner_with_us #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_citizen_science #nasa_astronauts #nasa_humans_in_space #nasa_iss_research #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_tracy_caldwell_dyson #nasa_aeronautics #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_nasa_history #nasa_people_of_nasa #nasa_women_at_nasa #nasa_aqua #nasa_earth #nasa_earth 's_atmosphere #nasa_terra
17 days ago
NASA, US Department of Education to Launch STEM Project in Washington
Media are invited to the kickoff event of a collaboration between NASA and the U.S. Department of Education at 4 p.m. EDT Monday, Sept. 23, at the Wheatley Education Campus in Washington. The interagency project, 21st Century Community Learning Centers, aims to engage students in science, technology, engineering, and math STEM education during after-school hours. 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/news-...#nasa #space #news #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_people_of_nasa #nasa_people_of_goddard #nasa_active_galaxies #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_galaxies #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_seyfert_galaxies #nasa_the_universe #nasa_iss_research #nasa_humans_in_space #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_goddard_technology #nasa_technology #nasa_spinoffs #nasa_technology_transfer #nasa_near_space_network #nasa_goes -r #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_artemis #nasa_get_involved #nasa_life_at_nasa #nasa_missions
17 days ago
Rob Gutro: Clear Science in the Forecast
Rob Gutro has never been one to stay idle. From his start working at a paper factory as a teenager, Rob navigated his way to NASAs Goddard Space Flight Center where he serves as the deputy news chief in the Office of Communications until he retires in October 2024. In this role, Rob manages all 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/peopl...#nasa #space #news #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_people_of_nasa #nasa_people_of_goddard #nasa_active_galaxies #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_galaxies #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_seyfert_galaxies #nasa_the_universe #nasa_iss_research #nasa_humans_in_space #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_goddard_technology #nasa_technology #nasa_spinoffs #nasa_technology_transfer #nasa_near_space_network #nasa_goes -r #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_artemis #nasa_get_involved #nasa_life_at_nasa #nasa_missions
17 days ago
NASA’s Webb Provides Another Look Into Galactic Collisions
Smile for the camera An interaction between an elliptical galaxy and a spiral galaxy, collectively known as Arp 107, seems to have given the spiral a happier outlook thanks to the two bright eyes and the wide semicircular smile. The region has been observed before in infrared by NASAs Spitzer Space Telescope in 2005, however . https://science.nasa.gov/m...#nasa #space #news #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_people_of_nasa #nasa_people_of_goddard #nasa_active_galaxies #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_galaxies #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_seyfert_galaxies #nasa_the_universe #nasa_iss_research #nasa_humans_in_space #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_goddard_technology #nasa_technology #nasa_spinoffs #nasa_technology_transfer #nasa_near_space_network #nasa_goes -r #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_artemis #nasa_get_involved #nasa_life_at_nasa #nasa_missions
17 days ago
NASA Astronaut Tracy C. Dyson’s Scientific Mission aboard Space Station
NASA astronaut Tracy C. Dyson is returning home after a six-month mission aboard the International Space Station. While on orbit, Dyson conducted an array of experiments and technology demonstrations that contribute to advancements for humanity on Earth and the agency8217;s trajectory to the Moon and Mars.160; Here is a look at some of the science 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/missi...#nasa #space #news #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_people_of_nasa #nasa_people_of_goddard #nasa_active_galaxies #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_galaxies #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_seyfert_galaxies #nasa_the_universe #nasa_iss_research #nasa_humans_in_space #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_goddard_technology #nasa_technology #nasa_spinoffs #nasa_technology_transfer #nasa_near_space_network #nasa_goes -r #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_artemis #nasa_get_involved #nasa_life_at_nasa #nasa_missions
17 days ago
Reinventing the Clock: NASA’s New Tech for Space Timekeeping
Here on Earth, it might not matter if your wristwatch runs a few seconds slow. But crucial spacecraft functions need accuracy down to one billionth of a second or less. Navigating with GPS, for example, relies on precise timing signals from satellites to pinpoint locations. Three teams at NASAs Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, are at work to push timekeeping for space exploration to new levels of precision.. https://www.nasa.gov/techn...#nasa #space #news #nasa_learning_resources #nasa_people_of_nasa #nasa_people_of_goddard #nasa_active_galaxies #nasa_astrophysics #nasa_galaxies #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_seyfert_galaxies #nasa_the_universe #nasa_iss_research #nasa_humans_in_space #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_goddard_technology #nasa_technology #nasa_spinoffs #nasa_technology_transfer #nasa_near_space_network #nasa_goes -r #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_artemis #nasa_get_involved #nasa_life_at_nasa #nasa_missions
18 days ago
Measuring Moon Dust to Fight Air Pollution
Moon dust, or regolith, isnt like the particles on Earth that collect on bookshelves or tabletops its abrasive and it clings to everything. Throughout NASAs Apollo missions to the Moon, regolith posed a challenge to astronauts and valuable space hardware. During the Apollo 17 mission, astronaut Harrison Schmitt described his reaction to breathing in 8230;. https://www.nasa.gov/techn...#nasa #space #news #nasa_spinoffs #nasa_technology_transfer #nasa_near_space_network #nasa_goes -r #nasa_kennedy_space_center #nasa_johnson_space_center #nasa_artemis #nasa_get_involved #nasa_life_at_nasa #nasa_missions #nasa_earth_science #nasa_audio #nasa_podcasts #nasa_blogs #nasa_europa #nasa_europa_clipper #nasa_jupiter #nasa_jupiter_moons #nasa_planets #nasa_science_ &_research #nasa_technology #nasa_the_solar_system
