NASA and Axiom Space are developing a streamlined lunar spacesuit to ensure the Artemis missions stay on track for a successful return to the Moon. NASA is recalibrating its technical requirements for the next-generation lunar spacesuit, a strategic...

full diagnostic and treatment capabilities available on Earth, and waiting several more weeks carried unnecessary risk. Why the ISS Is Not a Hospital The International Space Station is often described as a floating laboratory, but it is not a hospital....

NASA astronauts finish pivotal spacewalk to ready the ISS for upgraded solar power systems, boosting station energy capacity. On 6 August, NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Anil Menon completed a 6‑hour‑plus extravehicular activity that placed the last...

NASA images reveal three black mesas actively reshaping the Sahara, evidence of an ancient force still sculpting the desert today. An astronaut aboard the International Space Station captured a striking view of three flat‑topped mesas rising...

and humidity sensors. The entire system was controlled by Raspberry Pi computers housed within a CubeLab facility aboard the ISS. This setup allowed the experiment to run automatically for nearly a month without requiring astronaut handling. On Earth,...

Discover Point Nemo, the remotest point on Earth. Learn about its location, coordinates, and fascinating facts. Explore the oceanic pole of inaccessibility and its significance in space exploration. Point Nemo, often called the “oceanic pole of...

SpaceX’s Crew-13 mission is officially en route to the ISS, carrying four astronauts on a critical six-month scientific assignment packed with milestones. A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on...

A persistent air leak on the ISS may force Russia to permanently seal off a damaged module, permanently changing future docking operations and station safety. Russian space agency Roscosmos is reportedly moving toward a final resolution for a...

September 16, 2026 Orbital Logistics and the Life Cycle of the Progress Freighter Progress 96 is scheduled to dock with the ISS on September 19. Once secured to the station, it will remain in place for approximately five months, serving as both a...

moment in human spaceflight. Late Friday, January 9, the agency announced that SpaceX’s Crew-11 mission will depart the ISS earlier than planned, with undocking scheduled for Wednesday, January 14. The four astronauts will board their Crew Dragon...

to relocate to Kennedy Space Center on Sept. 26 to finalize preparations for departure. Expanding Research Capacity Aboard the ISS Upon their arrival at the ISS, the Crew-13 team will integrate into the Expedition 75 roster. Their presence is vital for...

NASA plans three August spacewalks to upgrade the ISS’s power, communications, and operational systems, boosting station performance. NASA has outlined a three‑mission series of U.S. extravehicular activities slated for August, aimed at modernising the...

Stunning daylight shot shows the ISS passing Venus in a historic sky view, a rare capture of both space icons together. Photographer AJ Smadi has unveiled a striking image that places the International Space Station in the same view as the bright...

transportation options since the beginning of the Commercial Crew Program. We have worked closely with Boeing to address the issues identified on previous Starliner flights, and we intend to see this vehicle return to flight in support of the...

The trio lives and works roughly 242 miles above the planet, circling the globe every 90 minutes. This proximity to the ISS, which orbits at an average of 254 miles, highlights the increasingly busy nature of low Earth orbit. Tips for Successful...

NASA astronauts finish a week of advanced biomedical research on the ISS, paving the way for healthcare breakthroughs and long‑duration space missions. During a seven‑day stint on the International Space Station, the crew of Expedition 74 wrapped up a...

represent the culmination of precise planning and engineering, bridging the gap between Earth-based launch facilities and the ISS. Credit: NASA The Evolution of Space Logistics Named after the constellation Cygnus, this uncrewed vehicle has become a...

with Roscosmos, underscoring the collaborative, multinational effort required to sustain continuous human presence on the ISS. High-Stakes Operations in Microgravity Beyond the daily rigors of station life, the Crew-12 team was responsible for executing...

NASA astronauts have completed a historic spacewalk at the ISS, successfully upgrading external hardware despite encountering a minor repair challenge. NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Christina Koch have successfully completed a critical maintenance...

a range of scientific experiments, station upkeep, and technology demonstrations essential for longer‑duration exploration. The ISS remains a pivotal laboratory for studying human physiology and equipment performance in microgravity. Partnering with...