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science29 days ago•34 min saved

Cygnus XL departs ISS after first cargo mission, heading for fiery re-entry

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft — the S.S. Willie "Willie" McCool — left the International Space Station on March 12, after a nearly six-month stay delivering about 11,000 pounds of science gear and supplies. Detaching from Unity, Canadarm2 released Cygnus at 7:06 a.m. EST, and the freighter will deorbit to burn up in Earth’s atmosphere, joining the ISS cargo fleet alongside SpaceX’s Dragon, Russia’s Progress, and JAXA’s HTV-X.

via Yahoo|

#cygnus-xl #international-space-station #ng-23

space5 months ago•2 min saved

Japan's HTV-X Cargo Craft Debuts as Space Lab and Supplies ISS

Japan's Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) successfully docked its new cargo spacecraft, HTV-X, at the ISS, marking a significant milestone. The spacecraft, designed to serve as both a cargo carrier and a temporary space lab, carried supplies, experimental equipment, and new technology demonstrations, with plans for its use after leaving the ISS, including trash disposal and hosting equipment for extended periods. This mission also highlights Japan's advancements in space technology and its ongoing contributions to international space efforts like the Artemis Program.

via theregister.com|

#htv-x #iss #jaxa

science-and-technology9 months ago•3 min saved

Space Mission Failure Results in Loss of Human Remains and Cannabis at Sea

The Exploration Company's Nyx capsule, carrying human remains, cannabis, and scientific payloads, failed to land safely after a successful launch, resulting in the loss of cargo at sea. Despite the partial success of the mission, the incident highlights the risks of innovative space endeavors, with plans to improve and re-fly in the future.

via ScienceAlert|

#cannabis-in-space #human-remains #mission-failure

science-and-exploration1 year ago•2 min saved

ESA Partners with Firms for Commercial Space Cargo Service

The European Space Agency (ESA) has signed contracts with The Exploration Company and Thales Alenia Space to develop a commercial cargo return service to and from the International Space Station by 2030. Each company will receive 25 million euros to support their projects, with demonstrations expected by 2028. This initiative aims to enhance Europe's independence in space operations and prepare for the post-ISS era.

via European Space Agency|

#esa #european-industry #international-space-station