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NASA Tests Revolutionary Nuclear Propulsion Fuel That Could Take Humans to Mars in Just 45 Days

NASA has achieved a critical milestone in space exploration with the successful testing of advanced nuclear thermal propulsion (NTP) reactor fuel at its Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC). This breakthrough technology,

New Scientist · 6d

Human exploration of Mars is coming, says former NASA chief scientist

We have long been inspired by the idea that life could reside on Mars – human or otherwise. But fiction is getting closer to reality, says NASA’s former chief scientist, Jim Green. “NASA’s plan, in the long run,

Yahoo · 1d

New nuclear fuel withstands 4,220°F heat, will fly rockets to Mars in just 45 days

General Atomic's new nuclear fuel was subjected to the maximum heat of a reactor for 20 minutes in the latest tests.

IFLScience on MSN · 1d

Nuclear Thermal Propulsion Reactor Fuel That Could Take Humans To Mars Tested At NASA Facility

A new type of nuclear thermal propulsion reactor fuel has been successfully tested at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, with hopes that the fuel could take humans to Mars in the not-too-distant future.

NASA sets sights on Mars terrain

Tech Xplore on MSN · 1d

NASA sets sights on Mars terrain with advanced tire tech

The mystique of Mars has been studied for centuries. The fourth planet from the sun is reminiscent of a rich, red desert and features a rugged surface challenging to traverse. While several robotic missions have landed on Mars,

Mashable · 17h

NASA built new tires for Mars. They're nothing like your tires.

The next Mars rovers may traverse the Red Planet with futuristic tires. NASA 's Glenn Research Center released imagery and footage from testing of a novel tire, called a shape memory alloy spring tire, that would be capable of incurring significant deformation on rugged terrain, before springing back to its original shape.

The Southern Maryland Chronicl… · 1d

Revolutionary Tire Technology Brings NASA Closer to Mars Goals

For centuries, the Red Planet has captured humanity’s curiosity, and recent advancements are bringing us closer to unlocking its secrets. Despite decades of exploration, NASA has surveyed only 1% of Mars’ rugged,

Trump vows astronauts will plant U.S. flag on Mars

The New York Times · 1d

What Trump’s Pledge to Plant the U.S. Flag on Mars Really Means

The president’s Inaugural Address linked landing on the Red Planet with Manifest Destiny, but left many of the specifics unclear.

USA Today · 1d

President Trump: "American astronauts to plant the stars and stripes on the planet Mars"

And we will pursue our manifest destiny into the stars, launching American astronauts to plant the stars and stripes on the planet Mars," President Trump said. Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and newly installed leader of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE),

The Mirror US on MSN · 1d

Elon Musk's telling reaction as Trump announces mission to plant American flag on Mars

Billionaire and SpaceX owner Elon Musk was front and center during Donald Trump's inauguration after donating around $200m to get him elected as outgoing President Joe Biden warns of an oligarchy forming.

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Changes in NASA leadership: New acting administrator appointed

Leadership changes are happening at NASA as a new administration takes over with promises that making it to Mars is a priority. Janet Petro, the director of the Kennedy Space Center, is now the acting ...

NASA teases bendable titanium wheels on future Mars rovers

Any vehicle traversing the rocky terrain on Mars needs a sturdy set of wheels. NASA’s Perseverance rover, for example, sports ...

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Wave 'ripples' found on Mars prove it once had flowing liquid water, not just ice

New research reveals ancient ripples on Mars, providing compelling evidence of long-lost lakes that once existed 3.7 billion ...

Space on MSN10h

Europe plans to launch advanced Mars lander in 2035

The European Space Agency (ESA) wants to develop key technologies for a Mars surface lander by the mid-2030s.

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NASA’s Mars Rover Mission to Bring Samples Back Home From the Red Planet Is at Risk

An exploding budget and an unraveling schedule spell disappointment for NASA's mission to learn more about Mars's history.

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NASA seeks a faster way to bring Mars samples to Earth

NASA proposes a faster, cheaper plan to bring Mars samples to Earth, aiming for delivery by the 2030s while cutting costs ...

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How NASA is using shape memory alloys to transform rover mobility

NASA recent advancements in shape memory alloy (SMA) technology are creating a better future for more durable and versatile ...

Midland Daily News7h

NASA captures comet's close sun pass and stunning planetary images

NASA shares images of comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) near the sun and stunning photos from Jupiter and Mars missions.

Space on MSN5h

How Does NASA Monitor Dust Storm On Mars?

Learn how NASA’s satellite fleet helps provide weather Information for the missions on the surface of Mars. Credit: ...

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