S pace missions in the future could travel to Mars, asteroids and the outer solar system by riding on nuclear-powered rockets, thanks to a new design that utilizes energy from the nuclear fission of ...

The Intuitive Machines IM-2 Mission in March marked a milestone moment for cellular technology capable of withstanding the rigors of space travel, a level of connectivity that will be critical in ...

LOGAN, Utah — The future of mankind in space can fit in the palm of your hand. It's a 3D-printed rocket motor that was test-fired Wednesday inside a chamber at Utah State University. Utah State is ...

As the number of Gen Z’s entry-level jobs shrinks, billionaires like Sam Altman, Jeff Bezos (pictured), and Elon Musk say the real growth is soon leaving Earth. Young people are getting the short end ...

SALT LAKE CITY — Fifty-five years ago today, the world was looking up as astronauts from Apollo 11 blasted off from the moon to return after a successful mission. However, what you might not know is ...

Future technology could one day allow a miniature, laser-propelled spacecraft — no heavier than a paperclip — to travel to a nearby black hole, according to a bold new proposal published on Thursday ...

Space Perspective's first test capsule, Spaceship Neptune. Space Perspective has been acquired by a European aerospace company, according to a law firm that represents the new owner. Photo Credit: ...

Three books push back on a rising tide of optimism about space settlements. Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are bitter rivals in the commercial space race, but they agree on one thing: Settling space is an ...

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