A UK-built spacecraft engine that runs on metal is preparing for its first test in space, in a mission that could pave the way for longer-lasting, more flexible satellites. The plasma thruster ...

Astronomers are puzzled by a strong burst of radio waves traced back to a NASA satellite that had been inactive since the ...

Scientists can now snap ultra-powerful laser pulses in one shot. RAVEN reveals distortions instantly, unlocking breakthroughs ...

Astronauts perplexed as long-dead Nasa space probe suddenly emits powerful energy blast - Researchers suspect collision with ...

The helium helps with the pressurization of the thrusters. Five aft reaction control system thrusters on the service module failed as the spacecraft approached the space station on Thursday, June 6.

Regenerable Field Emission Cathodes Every plasma thruster has a less exciting, yet crucially important, partner device that must be present on a spacecraft. Because a plasma thruster exhausts a steady ...

The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory recently unveiled a new scientific device: the Facility for Laboratory Reconnection Experiments (FLARE). FLARE, which is the size of an SUV, has the power to ...

Momentus Inc. (NASDAQ: MNTS) ("Momentus" or the "Company"), a U.S. commercial space firm specializing in satellite solutions, transportation, and in-space infrastructure, has been awarded a contract ...

Pulsar UK has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Thales Alenia Space (TAS) in relation to Pulsar’s 5kW MOONRANGER Hall-effect thrusters, which are being live test-fired.

The Ion Space Propulsion Lab at Michigan Tech is a collection of research, development, and educational laboratories dedicated to advancing spacecraft technology. Doctoral research students build and ...

NASA’s Psyche spacecraft has officially resumed full-time propulsion following a temporary suspension earlier this year. According to a report from NASA Science, engineers successfully restored ...

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory unveils a machine with unmatched capabilities to explore the phenomenon known as magnetic reconnection.