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ESA tests the potential of grabbing derelict satellites using a simple net

Posted in Science on 31st Mar, 2015
by Alex Muller

A concept that would allow satellites to net and de-orbit dangerous space debris in a safe and controlled manner.

Mars Express images help decipher the geological history of the Red Planet

Posted in Science on 24th Feb, 2015
by Alex Muller

ESAs Mars Express orbiter has provided a fresh look at a region believed to be hiding large volumes of water ice just beneath the surface.

Mysterious haze in Mars' atmosphere baffles scientists

Posted in Science on 17th Feb, 2015
by Alex Muller

A mysterious haze high above Mars has left scientists scratching their heads.

ESA successfully test flies mini-spaceplane

Posted in Science on 12th Feb, 2015
by Alex Muller

The future of space travel is all about rapid reusability.

ESA to host a workshop aimed at cleaning up the junk in low-Earth orbit

Posted in Science on 20th Jan, 2015
by Alex Muller

Orbits frequented by communications satellites are becoming more hazardous, as man-made debris presents an increasing danger.