International Space Station News

Space.com • Keith Cooper

How the ISS Utilizes Newtonian Physics to Maintain Orbit

The International Space Station's ability to stay in orbit without falling to Earth can be attributed to the foundational principles of Newtonian physics. Understanding these principles reveals how gravitational forces and velocity work in tandem to keep the ISS in stable orbit around our planet.

2025-01-13T06:02:20.367589-08:00

SpaceNews.com

NASA Explores Two Cost-Effective Mars Sample Return Options

2025-01-07T12:22:16.518561-08:00

Space.com

China's Tiangong Space Station Employs Smart Robot for Astronaut Assistance

2025-01-12T05:04:25.934248-08:00

Space.com

ISS Captures Los Angeles Fires, Astronaut Shares Images

2025-01-10T15:10:03.385352-08:00

International Space Station News Timeline

Space.com

How the ISS Utilizes Newtonian Physics to Maintain Orbit The International Space Station's ability to stay in orbit without falling to Earth can be attributed to the foundational principles of Newtonian physics. Understanding these principles reveals how gravitational forces and velocity work in tandem to keep the ISS in stable orbit around our planet.

2025-01-13T06:02:20.367589-08:00

How the ISS Utilizes Newtonian Physics to Maintain Orbit

Space.com

China's Tiangong Space Station Employs Smart Robot for Astronaut Assistance The smart robot, dubbed 'Xiao Hang,' is designed to aid astronauts with maintenance tasks on China's Tiangong space station. This innovation marks a significant step in China's robotics capability in space exploration, enhancing operational efficiency and safety for astronauts in orbit.

2025-01-12T05:04:25.934248-08:00

China's Tiangong Space Station Employs Smart Robot for Astronaut Assistance

Space.com

ISS Captures Los Angeles Fires, Astronaut Shares Images NASA astronaut Don Pettit photographed the ongoing Los Angeles fires from the International Space Station. The images show the extent of the fires, which have endangered significant landmarks such as NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the Mt. Wilson Observatory.

2025-01-10T15:10:03.385352-08:00

ISS Captures Los Angeles Fires, Astronaut Shares Images

indiatoday.in

NASA Schedules January Spacewalks for ISS Upgrades NASA astronauts are preparing for upcoming spacewalks on January 16 and 23, focused on performing critical upgrades to the International Space Station. These extravehicular activities aim to enhance the station's operational capabilities and ensure the continued success of its mission objectives.

2025-01-07T23:52:15.868698-08:00

NASA Schedules January Spacewalks for ISS Upgrades

SpaceNews.com

❗️

NASA Explores Two Cost-Effective Mars Sample Return Options NASA is evaluating two scenarios to return Martian samples to Earth, each promising to reduce costs significantly below the previous $11 billion estimate. The decision on the final strategy is scheduled for mid-2026, as engineering studies continue to refine the approach.

2025-01-07T12:22:16.518561-08:00

NASA Explores Two Cost-Effective Mars Sample Return Options

NASA

JAXA's Wooden Satellite LignoSat Deployed from ISS In December 2024, JAXA's pioneering LignoSat, a wooden satellite, was launched into Earth's orbit, marking a unique development in satellite technology. Part of a deployment from the International Space Station, LignoSat was among five CubeSats released.

2025-01-07T11:26:49.395018-08:00

JAXA's Wooden Satellite LignoSat Deployed from ISS

Space.com

Dream Chaser Prepares for First ISS Mission with Simulations Sierra Space and NASA Johnson Space Center engage in multi-hour simulations to refine mission control skills for the Dream Chaser's debut flight to the ISS. These simulations supplement extensive training, functioning as a critical testing ground for flight procedures and problem-solving under realistic conditions.

2025-01-07T11:12:44.033257-08:00

Dream Chaser Prepares for First ISS Mission with Simulations

Space.com

Astronaut Captures Green Auroras from ISS NASA astronaut Donald Pettit has captured breathtaking video of intense green auroras from the International Space Station, showcasing the interaction between charged particles from the Sun and Earth's magnetic field. This phenomenon provides valuable insights into space weather and its impact on Earth's atmosphere.

2025-01-07T08:08:34.577659-08:00

Astronaut Captures Green Auroras from ISS

Create a free account to see more recent International Space Station stories.

About

Our International Space Station coverage offers a window into the orbiting laboratory that has become a symbol of global cooperation in space. Get the latest updates on scientific research, crew expeditions, and the technological advancements aboard the ISS that contribute to our understanding of space and life on Earth.