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China plans to send a flying robot to search for water on the moon’s far side

China plans to send a flying robot to the moon’s far side next year to search for frozen water, crucial for future lunar exploration. The “flying detector” will be part of the Chang’e-7 mission, which aims to advance China’s goal of landing astronauts on the moon within five years. China is expanding its space ambitions, competing with nations like the U.S. for scientific progress, resources, … Continue reading China plans to send a flying robot to search for water on the moon’s far side

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Chinese Researchers Develop Ultra-strong ‘Lunar Bricks’ for Future Moon Base Construction

Chinese researchers have developed lunar bricks made from simulated lunar soil that are over three times stronger than traditional materials like concrete. These bricks will be tested for durability in China’s space station as part of plans to establish a lunar base by 2040, reducing the need to transport building materials from Earth. Created through a process called sintering, the bricks can withstand extreme lunar … Continue reading Chinese Researchers Develop Ultra-strong ‘Lunar Bricks’ for Future Moon Base Construction

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ULA’s new Vulcan Centaur rocket launches on 2nd test flight

The Vulcan Centaur rocket, United Launch Alliance’s successor to the Atlas V, successfully launched on October 4 at 7:25 a.m. EDT, marking the start of its Cert-2 test flight. This flight is crucial for certifying the rocket for national security missions, with data review expected in the coming weeks. ULA CEO Tory Bruno stated that the mission’s primary goal was to achieve a successful second … Continue reading ULA’s new Vulcan Centaur rocket launches on 2nd test flight

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