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The European Space Agency's Juice spacecraft is set for a historic double fly-by of the Moon and Earth, utilizing their gravity for a slingshot maneuver towards Jupiter. This mission aims to explore the potential for life on Jupiter's icy moons. Meanwhile, NASA faces backlash over the cancellation of its Viper lunar rover mission.
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This week, August's Blue Moon, a supermoon, will illuminate the night sky, appearing larger and brighter than usual. While it won't actually appear blue, it coincides with atmospheric conditions that may cause a reddish hue due to wildfire smoke. The moon will be visible for three days, peaking on August 19.
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Airbus is trialling two space rover prototypes, Codi and Charlie, in Bedfordshire. Designed for potential missions to Mars and the Moon, these rovers feature advanced navigation systems and robotic arms for sample collection. The tests aim to enhance robotic capabilities for future extraterrestrial exploration.
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China has unveiled significant updates on its space exploration initiatives, including the International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) and the Tianwen-3 Mars sample return mission. With new partnerships and an accelerated timeline, China aims to establish a prominent presence in lunar and Martian exploration by the end of the decade.
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The Polaris Dawn mission, a private spaceflight led by billionaire Jared Isaacman, launched on September 10, 2024. The crew, including SpaceX engineers and a former Air Force pilot, aims to conduct experiments and a spacewalk, paving the way for future human missions to Mars.
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On Thursday, the Polaris Dawn mission will attempt the first-ever private spacewalk, led by billionaire Jared Isaacman and SpaceX engineers. The mission aims to test new spacesuits and conduct experiments at unprecedented altitudes, pushing the boundaries of commercial spaceflight.
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Billionaire Jared Isaacman and SpaceX engineer Sarah Gillis are set to conduct a historic spacewalk during the Polaris Dawn mission, scheduled for 2:23 AM ET on September 12, 2024. This mission aims to reach the highest Earth orbit since the Apollo program and test new spacesuits designed for future lunar and Martian missions.