Astronomy & Universe
Deep Partial Lunar Eclipse Visible on August 28
A deep partial lunar eclipse at the end of August offers the final chance to witness the 2026 eclipse season.
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Satellites & Communication
LatConnect 60 selects Transcelestial’s Space Optical Network for SWIRSAT imaging constellation
LatConnect 60 has signed a deal with Transcelestial for an optical communications terminal on its SWIRSAT‑1 satellite and access to the company’s Space Optical Network.
Space Industry & Business
Draper Selects Proteus Space for Advanced On-Orbit Mission
The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory has chosen Proteus Space to support an advanced mission in Earth orbit.
Satellites & Communication
ESA’s FLEX photosynthesis satellite completes fueling ahead of launch
The FLEX mission, designed to monitor plant health from orbit, has been fueled at Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana, moving closer to its scheduled September launch.
Launches & Missions
Rocket Lab launches ninth mission for Japanese Earth‑observation firm iQPS
On the morning of August 20, Rocket Lab sent an iQPS Earth‑observation satellite into low Earth orbit, marking its ninth launch for the Japanese company.
Launches & Missions
Castelion raises $1 billion to develop low‑cost hypersonic weapons
The startup founded by former SpaceX executives has secured a billion‑dollar funding round to build affordable hypersonic missiles and expand its strike and defense portfolio.
Rocket Technology
LandSpace achieves first booster landing for a Chinese-made rocket
On August 19, 2024, LandSpace’s ZhuQue-3 stage returned safely to Earth using landing legs, marking the first such achievement for a commercial Chinese company.
Science & Research
Interworld Slingshot: A New Approach to Space Resource Exploration
A team led by SETI Institute scientist Pablo Sobron is investigating a method to locate resources on the Moon, asteroids and Mars from orbit, eliminating the need for landing or drilling.
Astronomy & Universe
Private Mission to Save NASA's Swift Telescope Fails
A private spacecraft tasked with boosting the orbit of NASA's Swift Observatory has failed, meaning the telescope will re-enter Earth's atmosphere later this year.
Technology & Innovation
Plasma Laundry Gun for Astronaut Clothing
Researchers have unveiled a pen‑sized device that uses plasma to sterilize clothing for use in space.
Astronomy & Universe
Milky Way's Fastest S-Star Will Probe Relativity
Astronomers have identified a new S star that orbits the Milky Way's supermassive black hole faster and closer than any previously known object, offering a fresh test of relativistic effects.
Launches & Missions
NASA and Katalyst Space Adjust Plans for LINK Mission
Due to an attitude control issue, LINK will not carry out its planned satellite boost but will still attempt a rendezvous with the Swift Observatory.