Galaxy Imaging With Lunar Ultraviolet Telescope To Be First USA-Based Activity On Lunar Surface Since 1972 Apollo 17
International Lunar Observatory Association is participating in the Chang'e-3 Moon lander mission. This great feat of engineering is the first Moon landing in almost 40 years, and could very well, with a rising tide of interest and imperative for lunar development, mark the beginning of permanent operations on the Moon.
New Method For Deorbiting Satellites Near First Test Flight
When satellites reach the end of their working lives, they may pose a threat to other spacecraft as they continue to orbit in a dormant state for many decades. But now a new way to deorbit aging satellites in a safe manner is nearing its first test in space. In the future, satellites might carry a packaged ultra-lightweight ‘gossamer sail’ to open as they head towards retirement.
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