Space Technology - Space Exploration Technologies

The Lunar Pathfinder mission, a collaboration between the European Space Agency and U.K. satellite company SSTL will test a novel receiver that will allow the spacecraft to determine its position in orbit around the moon using signals from constellations of navigation satellites orbiting Earth.

NASA-built instrument will help Europe explore shape of the moon

By Tereza Pultarova published 27 July 22

The European Space Agency's experimental moon satnav mission will fly a NASA-built instrument that will explore the shape and structure of Earth's celestial companion.

An adult and a child are silhouetted against a solar system map.

Interstellar probe: Has its time finally come?

By Leonard David published 26 July 22

Launching an interstellar probe sounds exceedingly lofty, ambitious, and tough to do. But there's no need to wait for new technology, say advocates.

PSVR 2 details: News, rumors, release date, price, and specs

PlayStation VR2 details: Everything we know about the PSVR 2 headset

By Georgina Young published 25 July 22

Feature We've got all the latest details on the upcoming PSVR 2, the next generation VR headset for the PS5.

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Oculus Quest 2 vs. PlayStation VR: Which VR headset should you buy?

By Luke Kemp published 25 July 22

The cheapest entry-level VR headsets right now are the Oculus Quest 2 (or Meta Quest) and PlayStation VR. We’ll help you decide which is the right one for you, and why.

The Rosenberg Space Habitat (RSH), which will serve as an experimental lab for students designed to fit in a SpaceX Starship.

Wild 3D-printed space habitat prototype designed to fit inside SpaceX Starship lands in Switzerland

By Elizabeth Howell published 24 July 22

Swiss architects team up with students to design a space habitat that can fit inside SpaceX's Starship.

Sky-Watcher telescope deals available right now

By Gemma Lavender published 22 July 22

DEALS We've found the best Sky-Watcher telescope deals for you.

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Boom Supersonic and Northrop Grumman are partnering to deliver variants of the Overture aircraft to the U.S. government and allies.

Boom Supersonic and Northrop Grumman team up to build superfast US military aircraft

By Elizabeth Howell published 20 July 22

The companies plan to deliver variants of Boom's Overture aircraft for military and emergency response missions.

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Best camera phone 2022: Smartphones with stargazing capabilities

By Jamie Carter published 14 July 22

Buying guide Check out our recommended best camera phones for taking pictures and recording videos on a smartphone.

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Snag this ultimate DJI Air 2S drone combo at $260 off before it takes flight forever

By Tantse Walter published 13 July 22

Deals Last chance to lift your spirits with this Prime Day deal that delivers a DJI Air 2S Drone Combo for its cheapest ever price.

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Fly away with a deal on Holy Stone drones, 30% off in Prime Day sales

By Alexander Cox published 13 July 22

deals Two excellent Holy Stone drones are on offer with up to $106 off, but only for Prime Day.

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Prime Day 3D printer deal: Save 27% on Elegoo Saturn & Saturn S resin printers

By Ian Stokes published 13 July 22

deals Get one of these planetary printers at their lowest ever prices in the Amazon Prime Day sale.

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Durable Elegoo Mars 2 3D printer builds Amazon Prime Day stock for 20% less

By Jeff Spry published 12 July 22

Deals Save $48 on this super-speedy 3D printer, which ranks among our top products of its type.

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Save over $200 on Autel Evo Nano+ bundle in Amazon Prime Day deal

By Alexander Cox published 12 July 22

Deals The Autel EVO Nano+ Premium Bundle is over $219 off for Amazon Prime Day - you're saving nearly $1 for every gram this tiny drone weighs.

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Save up to $150 on these Anycubic FDM 3D printers in Amazon Prime Day deals

By Alexander Cox published 12 July 22

deals Amazon Prime Day is carving out some top deals, and these two Anycubic FDM 3D printers are among the best we've seen.

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Save £120 on the DJI Mini 2 Fly More Combo in this UK Amazon Prime Day drone deal

By Ian Stokes published 12 July 22

The UK is getting in on the Prime Day drone deals with this fantastic offer on the DJI Mini 2.

A NASA telescope aboard a high-altitude balloon will float over the South Pole to study a 'star-killer'

By Stefanie Waldek published 11 July 22

The Astrophysics Stratospheric Telescope for High Spectral Resolution Observations at Submillimeter-wavelengths (ASTHROS) will study an unusual "star-killer" phenomenon.

Save over $40 with these Celestron binocular deals on Amazon

By Alexander Cox published 11 July 22

Deal These Celestron binoculars are on sale at Amazon and are perfect for astronomers and those wanting to view wildlife.

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China unfolded a deorbit sail in space following a June 2022 Long March 2D rocket launch.

China deploys deorbiting 'drag sail' to aid fight against space junk

By Andrew Jones published 11 July 22

China has unfolded a large sail attached to a rocket component following a recent launch, as part of tests designed to help reduce the amount of space junk orbiting Earth.

Drone deals: Image shows young man flying drone

Best drone deals: Top discounts from DJI, Parrot, Skydio and others

By Ruth Gaukrodger published 8 July 22

Deals We're collating all the best drone deals you can get, highlighting top discounts on DJI drones alongside other popular brands.

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Artist's conception of a Soviet space laser

Satellites spot construction of Russian anti-satellite laser facility: report

By Brett Tingley published 8 July 22

Recent Google Earth images reveal construction at what appears to be a sophisticated laser system at a Russian space facility designed to blind adversary satellites.