space technology

SpaceX Set to Illuminate the Sky: 22 Starlink Satellites to Launch from California on Tuesday

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On Tuesday, January 23, SpaceX will launch 22 Starlink internet satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. A series of delays and an unexplained abort preceded the 7:35 p.m. ET liftoff. One attempt on Sunday’s evening was canceled owing to bad weather. SpaceX Set for Exciting Liftoff: 22 Starlink Satellites Launching into Orbit Starting … Read more

After Launch, Private Peregrine Moon Lander Loses Fuel, Threatening Mission

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The Vulcan Centaur rocket launched Astrobotic’s Peregrine lunar lander, but its propulsion system failed shortly after. The January 8 issue is predicted to derail Peregrine’s moon mission. Astrobotic admitted the propulsion system failure and attempted propellant stabilization. After attempts to ameliorate the problem, the mission prioritized scientific data collection and is considering alternative mission profiles. … Read more