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The Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster: What Happened? (Infographic)
By Karl Tate published
Chart details the causes of the destruction of Challenger on Jan. 28, 1986.
'Planet Nine': Facts About the Mysterious Solar System World (Infographic)
By Karl Tate published
Researchers say an anomaly in the orbits of distant Kuiper Belt objects points to the existence of an unknown planet orbiting the sun.
Know Your Novas: Star Explosions Explained (Infographic)
By Karl Tate published
How is a supernova different from a hypernova? Learn about the different types of exploding stars that astronomers have identified.
Spaceships of 'The Martian' Explained (Infographic)
By Karl Tate published
Ridley Scott's new space film showcases a lot of space hardware derived from actual NASA plans for interplanetary travel.
Skywatching In 2016: The Year's Must-See Events (Infographic)
By Karl Tate published
Here is a chart of some of the must-see spectacles that the night sky has to offer in 2016.
Manned Orbiting Laboratory: Secrets of a US Military Space Station (Infographic)
By Karl Tate published
Planned in the 1960s but never realized, the Gemini-based manned spy satellite was finally declassified in 2015.
Exoplanet GJ 1132b: Earth-size World Is Near-Twin of Venus (Infographic)
By Karl Tate published
A planet close to its parent star is hot like Venus, but rotates quickly and could have a substantial atmosphere.
Do the Math: How to Survive in 'The Martian' (Infographic)
By Karl Tate published
Spoiler Alert! Here's the complicated math problems Mark Watney has to solve in order to survive in "The Martian."
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