Efficient and lightweight solar array technologies are critical for powering spacecraft and instruments during deep space missions, where sunlight is weaker and mission demands are...

As humanity stands on the cusp of a new era in space exploration, reusable launch systems are rapidly transforming how we access and utilize space....

As humanity prepares for extended missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond, maintaining astronaut mental health emerges as a critical pillar of mission success and...

As humanity ventures deeper into the solar system, the challenge of maintaining astronaut health over extended missions becomes paramount. Unlike short trips to low Earth...

As humanity pushes further into the solar system, establishing a sustainable presence beyond Earth demands revolutionary advances in technology. Among these, 3D printing (additive manufacturing)...

The idea of cultivating potatoes on the Moon sparks imagination of future lunar farms supporting astronauts or even colonies. Yet, despite recent experiments, growing potatoes-or...

Long-duration human space missions-whether to Mars, lunar bases, or deep-space habitats-demand life support systems capable of sustaining astronauts independently of Earth resupply. Closed-loop life support...

Understanding the atmospheres of exoplanets is crucial for assessing their potential habitability. Atmospheric modeling uses advanced computer simulations to interpret observational data, predict atmospheric compositions,...

Exploring star systems beyond our own solar neighborhood represents one of the most ambitious frontiers in space science. Interstellar probe concepts aim to design spacecraft...