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Aerospace

The latest developments in aviation, satellites, astrophysics, space flight, and space exploration
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Caltech’s SSPD-1 Is a New Idea for Space-Based Solar

Ali Hajimiri on boosting an energy-beaming system from the lab to orbit

6 min read
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AerospaceRoboticsGuest ArticleConsumer ElectronicsDIYTelecommunications

Ukraine Is the First “Hackers’ War”

For clues to the future of warfare, study the struggle between FPV drones and electronic warfare

8 min read
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AerospaceNews

ESA Satellites to Test Razor-Sharp Formation Flying

Proba-3 will make its own solar eclipses—and assess precision orbital tech

3 min read
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AerospaceNewsTelecommunications

Full Moon: Keeping the Far Side Quiet for Scientists

A lunar "gold rush" risks drowning out signals on the moon's far side

4 min read

James Webb Telescope

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Aligning the Eyes of the Universe Machine

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AerospaceMagazineFeatureSpectrum CollectionsJames Webb TelescopeSeptember 2022Telecommunications

The Webb Space Telescope’s Profound Data Challenges

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AerospaceMagazineFeatureSpectrum CollectionsJames Webb TelescopeSeptember 2022

Inside the Universe Machine: The Webb Space Telescope’s Chilly Sun Shield

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Inside the Universe Machine: The Webb Space Telescope’s Staggering Vision

AerospaceArtificial IntelligenceNews

AI Generates 3D City Maps From Single Radar Images

In the hours after a major disaster, these maps could save lives

3 min read
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Bits of a building an infrastructure collapsed and overrun with water.
AerospaceNewsEnergyTelecommunications

Satellite Radar Sharpens Ukraine Dam Collapse Questions

Archival data shows structure deteriorating before Russian invasion

4 min read
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AerospaceNews

Interlune Sets Out to Mine the Moon

The rare isotope can be used in fusion, quantum computing, medicine and more

4 min read
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Fast-Track Your Sensor Research: Essential Tools for Accelerated Testing

Learn about essential tools for controlling and rapidly testing your sensor

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AerospaceNews

The 5 Spacecraft Behind China’s Moon Rock Sample Mission

Chang’e-6’s trip to the lunar far side and back is no easy task

4 min read
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AerospaceNews

These Drones Beat First Responders to the Scene

Fremont's drone-response program gets eyes on-site before emergency services arrive

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