Satellite   Space Exploration & Science Missions   Commercial Space  
Universe Today • Laurence Tognetti; MSc

Radiation‑hardening method could significantly extend lifetime of space solar panels

Universe Today reports: What steps can be taken to improve and enhance the lifetime of space solar cells? This is what a recent study published in Joule hopes to address as an international team of researchers investigated new methods for improving both the lifetime and performance of space solar cells from the harshness of space weather and radiation.

2025-11-30T16:09:39.585092-08:00

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Last Updated: Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, 4:10 PM PST

2025-11-30T16:10:35.689099-08:00 2025-11-30T16:10:35.689099-08:00 (2025-11-30T16:10:35.689099-08:00)

Space Exploration & Science Missions   Human Spaceflight & Space Stations   Space Policy & International Cooperation   Sustainability & Climate Initiatives  
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Universe Today • Mark Thompson

Why NASA Needs Space Gardeners: Roadmap for Lunar and Martian Plant Systems Ahead of Artemis III

By Universe Today: Growing fresh lettuce and strawberries might sound mundane until you consider doing it on the Moon or Mars. An international team has created a roadmap for cultivating plants in space, addressing one of NASA's highest priority challenges for long duration missions.

2025-11-30T15:06:45.087032-08:00
China   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Commercial Space   Space Defense & Militarization  
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SpaceNews.com • Andrew Jones

China launches classified Shijian-28 satellite as commercial Zhuque-3 reusable rocket debut is delayed

By SpaceNews.com: China launches classified Shijian-28 spacecraft, reusable Zhuque-3 rocket faces delay China launched the latest in a series of experimental, often opaque satellites Sunday, while the debut flight of the commercial Zhuque-3 faces a delay.

2025-11-30T14:45:40.764699-08:00
China   Satellite   Commercial Space   Space Debris & Traffic Management  
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SpaceNews.com • Andrew Jones

China’s Shijian-21 and Shijian-25 separate after pioneering geostationary refueling tests

By SpaceNews.com: China’s Shijian spacecraft separate after pioneering geosynchronous orbit refueling tests AChina’s experimental Shijian-21 and Shijian-25 satellites have separated in geosynchronous orbit after being docked for months conducting apparent low-profile on-orbit refueling tests.

2025-11-30T11:25:03.863485-08:00
Satellite   Europe   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Commercial Space  
weheadedtomars.com • We Headed to Mars

Italy launches eight Eaglet II Earth‑observation satellites on SpaceX Falcon 9 for IRIDE program

By weheadedtomars.com: Italy enhances Earth observation with the launch of 8 Eaglet II satellites, improving data capabilities for monitoring land use, water management, and public safety.

2025-11-29T12:03:57.670896-08:00