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TFINER – Thin Film Isotope Nuclear Engine Rocket
TFINER – Thin Film Isotope Nuclear Engine Rocket The TFINER (Thin Film Isotope Nuclear Engine Rocket) is a novel space propulsion technology that enables aggressive space exploration by directly generating thrust from thin layers of energetic radioisotopes. The propulsion system can generate velocity changes of up to ~100 km/s using a few kilograms of fuel, […]
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NASA Stennis Continues Prep for Future Artemis Testing
NASA Stennis Continues Prep for Future Artemis Testing NASA’s Stennis Space Center has activated its interstage gas systems for future testing of the SLS rocket stage, which will fly on Artemis missions to the Moon and beyond. The activation marks a milestone in preparation for Green Run testing, where teams will test all systems to […]
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NASA’s SpaceX 32nd Commercial Resupply Mission Overview
NASA’s SpaceX 32nd Commercial Resupply Mission Overview NASA’s SpaceX CRS-32 mission will launch on [date] carrying approximately 6,700 pounds of cargo to the International Space Station. The mission includes a replacement catalytic reactor unit for the station’s water recycling system, as well as spare parts for various other systems. Some of the returned cargo from […]
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Artemis II Core Stage Integration – Complete!
Artemis II Core Stage Integration – Complete! NASA/Frank Michaux Technicians from NASA and primary contractor Amentum join the SLS (Space Launch System) rocket with the stacked solid rocket boosters for the Artemis II mission at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida on March 23, 2025. The core stage is the largest component of the rocket, […]
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