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Nov 11, 2016 04:40 AM EST

China Launches X-Ray Pulsar Satellite To Make Deep Space Navigation Easier, More Reliable

China launches five new satellites including the X-ray Pulsar Navigation satellite that can help spaceships headed toward deep space navigate better.

Aug 12, 2016 05:51 AM EDT

NASA Selects 6 Companies To Develop Space Habitats For Future Deep Space Missions

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has allotted six companies the task of developing prototype of human space habitats suitable for deep space missions.

Dec 23, 2015 06:05 PM EST

Specialized Fuel for Deep Space Missions Created for the First Time in 30 Years

Scientists are creating power for deep space mission. They've created a specialized fuel for the first time in nearly 30 years that could be used to travel far beyond our solar system.

Nov 05, 2015 12:31 PM EST

Frigid Moon On Saturn Has Earth-Like Features

NASA researchers examined Saturn's frigid moon, which has many earth-like features, but is still slightly alien. The researchers claimed that by observing possible changes on Titan, it will allow them to have a better understanding of its winds and dune formations.

Oct 28, 2015 07:56 AM EDT

Mission to Mars: Wall-less Hall Thruster May be the Future of Deep Space Travel

Hall thrusters are advanced electric rocket engines that are used for altitude control of geosynchronous communication satellites.. Now, researchers are taking a closer look at these engines for deep space missions.

Oct 01, 2015 12:24 PM EDT