Author: Misum Hasan

MAGGIE (Mars Aerial and Ground Global Intelligent Explorer), a groundbreaking solar-powered aircraft, is being actively explored by NASA for deployment on Mars. This innovative concept features a compact, autonomous fixed-wing design with vertical take-off/landing (VTOL) capability, making it well-suited for the challenging Martian environment. Powered by solar energy, it exhibits impressive operational efficiency, boasting a range of 179 kilometers at an altitude of 1,000 meters on a fully charged battery. The proposed Mars Aerial and Ground Global Intelligent Explorer or M.A.G.G.I.E., has successfully secured Phase 1 funding approval from NASA’s Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) in January 2024. This marks a…

Iran Simultaneous Launch of 3 Satellites into Lower Earth Orbit by Simorgh rocket, amid Western concerns over ballistic missile developments. Iranian state television has released footage capturing a nighttime launch of the Simorgh rocket. An analysis by the Associated Press reveals that the launch occurred at the Imam Khomeini Spaceport in Iran’s Semnan province. Notably, the two-stage Simorgh (Phoenix) rocket, previously plagued by multiple failures, achieved success this time. In a significant development, Iran successfully placed three satellites into orbit, marking a notable milestone. Iran Simultaneous Launch of 3 Satellites Iran launched three satellites: Mahda, Kayhan-2, and Hatef-1. Mahda, a…

India and France have solidified their collaboration through the establishment of a strategic alliance, marked by the signing of an ambitious and unprecedented Defence Space Agreement. This groundbreaking pact signifies a commitment to collaborative efforts in the development and launch of military satellites. Of particular note is the agreement’s potential to pave the way for satellites equipped with both offensive and defensive capabilities. This marks a significant step forward in the realm of space technology cooperation between the two nations, enhancing their capabilities in the ever-evolving landscape of defense and security. The Letter of Intent (LoI) concerning the Defence Space…

The Chang’e 6 mission (嫦娥六号任务), the 6th endeavor by China’s space agency CNSA, is set to retrieve 2 kg of lunar soils and rocks from a depth of 2 meters on the far side of the Moon’s surface. This ambitious mission is driven by the desire to unlock the mysteries of the moon’s history and gain insights into the broader stories of Earth and our solar system. Chang’e 6 was initially conceived as the contingency plan for Chang’e 5, serving as a backup option in the event of any setbacks during its November 2020 launch. Subsequently, Chang’e 6 is scheduled…

The Magnetometer Sensor of Aditya L1 is deployed with the help of a 6-meter-long magnetometer boom that was in folded or closed condition for 132 days since launch. On January 11, 2024, ISRO successfully unfolded and expanded it to its full length of 6 meters. This boom mounts two state-of-the-art, high-accuracy fluxgate magnetometer sensors. ISRO announced on January 25, 2024, that it has successfully deployed the sensor. You can also visit our website for the latest updates on ISRO and other space missions from different space agencies. When the boom is folded or closed, it’s firmly held in place by…

Space agencies around the world are gearing up to launch highly exciting space missions, 10 Mind-Blowing Space Missions of 2024 across the moon and Mars, and are set to unfold mysteries. These missions promise to redefine our understanding of the universe, unraveling mysteries and shaping the future of space exploration. In 2023, pivotal achievements marked the realm of space exploration, such as NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission successfully retrieving a sample from an asteroid. Additionally, India embarked on notable missions, including Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya L1. Some most exciting space missions of 2024. 10 Mind-Blowing Space Missions of 2024 (1) Intuitive Machines 1…

Indian startup Jeh Aerospace has inaugurated its expansive manufacturing facility in Hyderabad. This state-of-the-art hub is backed by a substantial $2.75 million seed funding round led by General Catalyst, and notable industry veterans like Dwarakanath Srinivasan and Pratyush Kumar. The newly established manufacturing facility, spanning an impressive 1,60,000 square feet, signifies Jeh-Aerospace’s commitment to providing comprehensive manufacturing solutions to the aerospace and defense sector and it is poised to redefine industry standards and enhance global supply chain experiences. All You Need to Know About Jeh Aerospace Jeh Aerospace, co-founded by Vishal R Sanghavi, former Chief Operating Officer at Tata Boeing…

After the Success of Chandrayaan 3 ISRO is looking forward to Chandrayaan 4. This mission is more advanced than the previous one and it is beyond soft landing on the lunar surface and it is a lunar sample return mission. This marks ISRO’s fourth lunar mission, with two successful ventures and one unsuccessful attempt so far. Chandrayaan-4 is anticipated to launch around 2027. Additionally, ISRO is collaborating with JAXA for another lunar mission named “LUPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission),” which comes with a distinct set of objectives and is expected to launch around 2026. All About Chandrayaan 4 The Chandrayaan…

NavIC full form is Navigation with Indian Constellation developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation(ISRO). It is India’s independent and stand-alone navigation satellite System. It is a constellation of 7 satellites that cover the whole Indian landmass and up to 1500 km beyond international boundaries. Originally this mission was approved in 2006 as IRNSS(Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System) by the Indian Government and is expected to be completed in 2011 but unfortunately, it became operational in 2018. With launch of the 7th satellite IRNSS-1G in 2016 Prime Minster Narendra Modi renamed IRNSS as NavIC. The word NavIC is adapted from…

NASA’s Spacecraft LRO ( Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter ) transmitted a laser beam message to Chandrayaan-3 Lander Vikram and the laser message reflected to the LRO. For the very first time, scientists conducted a groundbreaking experiment on the Moon. This success now leads the path to a fresh approach to precisely locating targets on the lunar surface. On December 12, 2023, at 3 p.m. EST, NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) directed its laser altimeter instrument towards Vikram. Laser Beam Message to Chandrayaan-3 Lander Vikram By LRO NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) aimed its laser altimeter tool at Vikram’s retroreflector – an…