07
Nov
Satellites could help predict volcano eruptions
New research shows volcanoes “inflating” prior to erupting, a change that could be detected from space.
07
Nov
Satellites could help predict volcano eruptions
New research shows volcanoes “inflating” prior to erupting, a change that could be detected from space.
NASA to demolish satellite in the name of science
The spacecraft will be used to better understand the collision between satellites in space.
18
Oct
After 46 years, man reveals he’s been a secret satellite designer
Man designed a spy satellite that captured military construction projects, repositioning of troops and materiel and radar installations.
27
Sep
NASA determines Pacific Ocean grave of UARS satellite
The satellite’s final resting place is a ‘broad, remote ocean area in the Southern Hemisphere, far from any major land mass,’ according to NASA.
26
Sep
NASA not sure where fallen satellite landed
A dead NASA climate satellite definitely fell back to Earth early on the morning of Sept. 24 — but we may never know exactly where, agency officials said today.
23
Sep
What are the odds of being hit by space debris?
A person is a million times more likely to be struck by lightning than being struck by space debris, space rocks or satellite parts.
Falling NASA satellite will not hit U.S.
Various components of the satellite, totaling 1,168 pounds, are expected to survive re-entry and make impact with Earth.
19
Sep
NASA’s massive satellite will crash to Earth this week
A dead climate satellite that has been circling Earth for 20 years will make a fiery death plunge this week, with some pieces of the 6.5 ton spacecraft expected to reach the surface of the planet
