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2 tiny spacecraft launched to attempt world’s first GPS-only satellite docking
AVS US has launched two small satellites aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to achieve the world’s first fully autonomous docking using just GPS.
Scientific American12h
See Earth’s Forests as Never Before in Biomass Satellite’s First Images
New images from the European Space Agency’s Biomass mission show how the satellite uses advanced radar to map flows of carbon ...
Scientists look to black holes to know exactly where we are in the Universe. But phones and Wi-Fi are blocking the view
The scientists who precisely measure the position of Earth are in a bit of trouble. Their measurements are essential for the ...
Europe's Weather Satellite Delivers Stunning Earth Views
The Meteosat third generation imager has delivered its first imagery of Europe and Africa from 36,000 kilometers away (22,369 ...
Map Shows States With the Best Major Airports in the U.S.
Airports in Florida and Texas dominated the top 10 ranking of U.S. airports offering the best passenger experience.
Google Earth has historic street view now and just in case you don't feel old enough already, it's to celebrate its 20th birthday
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Google Earth, you can now go back in time when scrolling with a handy 'Historical ...
Space.com5d
Starlink satellite train: how to see and track it in the night sky
The Starlink satellite train is usually visible shortly after the satellites have been deployed when they are at their lowest orbit. Starlink satellites travel very fast and complete one orbit of ...
Space.com5d
Starlink satellites: Facts, tracking and impact on astronomy
Starlink satellites orbit approximately 342 miles (550 kilometers) above Earth and put on a spectacular show for observers as ...