a helicopter concept intended to fly over Mars repeatedly while carrying scientific payloads. By operating from the sky, the vehicle could traverse terrain that is difficult for rovers and acquire data over broader regions. Integrated into a...

platform successfully completed a trans-Pacific journey, operating as a floating cell tower in the stratosphere. The vehicle, developed by Sceye, launched from New Mexico on August 9, 2026, and reached Japan 13 days later, where it remained for over a...

A Manhattan rooftop machine is converting air, water, and electricity into gasoline, highlighting the potential and steep hurdles of synthetic fuel. A New York-based startup has successfully demonstrated a novel technology capable of synthesizing...

The achievement follows a difficult development cycle. Isar’s inaugural attempt in March 2025 ended in failure, with the vehicle losing control and crashing into the sea shortly after launch. The recent success, however, proves the viability of the...

A Roscosmos Progress cargo spacecraft has officially departed the International Space Station after successfully completing its scheduled orbital mission. A Russian Progress cargo vehicle has successfully departed the International Space Station (ISS),...

released by the agency captured the Gravity‑1 rocket ascending from the offshore platform during the July 22 mission. The vehicle’s inaugural flight occurred in January 2024, establishing its entry into service. This recent flight builds on that early...

Commercial Crew Program, the update will center on the technical evaluations and system refinements necessary to ensure the vehicle is prepared for regular transport of astronauts to the International Space Station. Charting the Path Toward Operational...

spacecraft during atmospheric entry. The system comprises both a heat shield and a backshell, which together protect the vehicle from intense heat and maintain the correct trajectory throughout descent. A press release from Firefly Aerospace notes that...

exceed safety thresholds, launches are delayed or scrubbed, reflecting the industry’s priority on protecting both the vehicle and its payload over adhering to a preset schedule. A Visual Testament to the Challenges of Spaceflight The photograph merges...

An incredible time capsule of over 60 abandoned classic cars has been discovered gathering dust inside two decaying barns after decades of silence. A sprawling, long-forgotten collection of more than 60 classic automobiles has been brought to light by...

propellant to return to Earth or divert elsewhere, the stage continued on a trajectory that now intersects the Moon. The vehicle measures roughly 12 metres (39 ft) in length, 4 metres (13 ft) in diameter, and carries a mass of about 4 000 kg....

Six mysterious metal spheres washed up on an Australian beach spark expert investigation into their unknown origins. In early July 2026, beach‑goers near Forrest Beach, Queensland, uncovered six metallic spheres that officials suspect belong to a...

an aircraft reaching lift‑off speed. “It’s analogous to an airplane,” Wang noted. “When a certain velocity is exceeded, the vehicle can rise.” Additional elements influencing hydroplaning include tread geometry, tire inflation pressure, the roughness of...

NASA has awarded SpaceX three additional astronaut missions to the International Space Station, extending its vital commercial crew partnership. NASA has solidified its reliance on private industry for deep-space logistics by awarding SpaceX a $946...

19, as the Russian Progress 96 cargo spacecraft successfully completed its automated docking. According to NASA, the vehicle connected with the space-facing port of the station’s Poisk module at 9:44 a.m. EDT, bringing approximately three tons of food,...

reusable rocket aimed at a different market segment. Although Neutron’s timeline has extended, the company reports that the vehicle has cleared key testing milestones and is nearing final hardware integration.

Malaysia’s glowing‑lane road safety test without electricity faced unexpected hurdles, prompting officials to rethink the plan. Malaysia’s government is set to abandon plans for luminous road markings after pilot projects proved both expensive and...

with a net‑based capture, offering a distinct recovery architecture. If refined, the method could lessen impact forces on the vehicle, simplify certain landing procedures, and broaden recovery options across varied mission profiles. The test also...

perform within narrow tolerances to achieve a clean recovery. In preparation, engineers have been rigorously evaluating the vehicle’s propulsion, navigation, and recovery hardware. Recent ground‑based campaigns, including a static‑fire trial of the...

NASA is partnering with startup Inversion to test a new spacecraft maneuver that could revolutionize how we enter orbit around other worlds. NASA has entered into a strategic collaboration with California-based startup Inversion to refine a...