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DIY Telescope Powered by ESP32 with Smooth Dual-Axis Control Telescopes are essential for astronomers, allowing them to observe stars and planets with clarity. While commercial telescopes offer advanced tracking features, DIY telescope projects give enthusiasts with a deeper understanding of their mechanics, allowing for custom optimizations and cost-effective solutions. This DIY project,… |
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NASA Introduces Mars Chopper to Expand Mars Exploration Following Ingenuity's Success NASA has revealed the Mars Chopper, an advanced aerial vehicle designed to take Mars exploration to new heights. This innovative drone follows the success of Ingenuity, the first helicopter to achieve powered flight on the Red Planet. Developed in collaboration with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and Ames Research Center, the Mars Chopper is designed to… |
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How DLR’s Swarm of Sensors and Robots are Collaborating to Map the Moon What if robots could guide each other during an expedition on the Moon? A new system called Swarm Navigation Network made by a group of German (DLR) scientists is making this a reality by simplifying the communication by networking up to 50 robots and sensors. Each team member, whether a robot or sensor, shares information with… |
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Space Radiation’s Impact on Semiconductors: Insights from an Expert Understanding the long-term effects of Total Ionizing Dose (TID) on semiconductor reliability is crucial for developing future electronics capable of operating in extreme environments, enhancing overall mission success in space exploration.
NASA's $5.2 billion Europa Clipper mission launched on October 14, 2023 is designed to explore… |
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Castrol Collaborates with MIT Media Lab for Lunar Landing Research Castrol, one of the major players in the oil industry is now collaborating with MIT Media Lab for research on lunar landing. Castrol is not new to the space industry as they have been supplying mission critical lubricants for advanced space missions for more than 65 years and even a part of NASA’s Mars Perseverance and Curiosity Rover missions. With this collaboration, MIT Media Lab is… |
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US Air Force Develops NIPRGPT: A Cutting-Edge ChatGPT Alternative The United States Air Force (USAF) and Space Force recently launched their Generative Artificial Intelligence tool, NIPRGPT, designed as a cutting-edge alternative to ChatGPT for their personnel. Unlike other generative AI tools available in the market, NIPRGPT is not publicly accessible and is specifically intended to serve the needs of USAF staff. According to the… |
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Nickel-Hydrogen Batteries: A Legacy of NASA’s Space Missions Shaping Modern Energy Solutions Since the 1960s, NASA has relied on an old yet dependable technology for powering the International Space Station (ISS), satellites, and other space vehicles: nickel-hydrogen (Ni-H2) batteries (NHBs). These batteries are revered for their durability, long lifespan, and outstanding safety record, even under the most extreme conditions. Let's explore how these… |
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Skyroot Aerospace Advances Indian Space Program with Cutting-Edge 3D printed Cryogenic Rocket Engine Technologies Skyroot Aerospace, a private space startup, has announced the successful test-firing of its second fully 3D-printed cryogenic engine, Dhawan-II, for 200 seconds. The engine, which is more powerful than its predecessor, Dhawan-I, will enhance the payload capacity of Skyroot's second-generation rocket, Vikram-II. The company plans to conduct multiple commercial… |
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COTS-to-Radiation-Tolerant and Radiation-Hardened Arm Core MCUs for Space Applications Microchip Technology launched the Arm Microcontrollers (MCUs) for Space Applications with tolerant to high level of Radiations during the deep space applications. The SAM71 series MCUs are based on automotive-qualified MCUs that combine low-cost and large ecosystem benefits of COTS (Commercially Off-The-Shelf) Technology with all space-qualified versions and have high level… |
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3A rating TMBS Rectifiers with high Power Density and Efficiency for Space Constraint Applications Vishay Intertechnology has today announced that, it is expanding its TMBS surface-mount SMF (DO-219AB) Schottky rectifiers series with 15 more new rectifiers with increased power density and improved efficiency. These new rectifiers are available with a current rating from 1A to 3A, features reverse voltages from 45V to 150V and a forward voltage drop of 0.36V. … |
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ISL71610M and ISL7170M Digital Isolators with high isolation protection for Power Supply Stages and Serial Communication Renesas Electronics, today introduced two new digital isolator ICs namely the ISL71610M and the ISL7170M. These plastic packaged, radiation-tolerant digital isolators provide high isolation protection upto 2,500VRMS for power supply and serial communication interface circuits used in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Small Satellites (SmallSats). … |
