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First Commercial Nuclear-Powered Satellite to Launch on SpaceX Rocket

A new milestone in space technology is approaching with the upcoming launch of the world's first commercial nuclear-powered satellite. The satellite is scheduled to launch aboard a SpaceX rocket, representing a significant development in satellite power systems. Nuclear power offers several advantages for space applications, including the ability

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Google Invests $468 Million in European Nuclear Fusion Startup

Google has made a significant bet on the future of energy with a $468 million investment in a European nuclear fusion startup. The investment represents one of the larger corporate commitments to fusion technology from a major tech company. Despite the substantial investment, Google has taken a cautious stance on

Hayabusa 2 Flyby Demonstrates Feasibility of Planetary Defense Technology

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has confirmed that the Hayabusa 2 mission's flyby has successfully demonstrated key technologies that could be used for planetary defense purposes. The spacecraft, which previously conducted a sample return mission to asteroid Ryugu, completed a close flyby that allowed scientists to test

Ancient Bacterial 'Fossil Record' Sheds Light on How Superbugs Emerge

Study Examines Bacterial Evolutionary History A recent study has utilized what researchers describe as a bacterial "fossil record" to understand how a superbug managed to rise to dominance. The research traces the evolutionary path of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, providing valuable information about the mechanisms behind their success. Key Findings

Machine Learning Accelerates Search for Room-Temperature Superconductors

Researchers have developed a new approach that combines machine learning with quantum physics to accelerate the discovery of superconducting materials. The team has already used this method to identify two new superconductors, marking a notable advancement in the long-standing effort to find materials that can conduct electricity without resistance at

Superconducting Magnetic Thruster Completes First Orbital Tests

A novel space thruster utilizing superconducting magnets has successfully completed its first orbital tests, marking a potential milestone in electric propulsion technology. The device works by interacting with Earth's magnetic field to generate thrust, theoretically allowing spacecraft to accelerate using only solar power as an energy source. Traditional

NASA Invites Industry Feedback on Next Phase of Commercial Space Station Development

NASA is actively seeking input from industry partners regarding the next phase of commercial space station development. This request reflects the agency's ongoing commitment to foster private-sector participation in low Earth orbit operations as the International Space Station approaches the latter stages of its operational life. The solicitation