Europe's Next-Gen Rocket Concept Could Be Way More Efficient Than SpaceX's Starship
A team from Europe has proposed a rocket that is similarly sized to the Starship, but with a winged booster that can glide and be caught mid-air.
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Study Shows Particles Inside Of Rocket Engines Aren't Doing What They're Supposed To
Science is built on making assumptions and then testing those assumptions, and sometimes the testing part has a bit of a delay from the assumption.
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3 Digital Cameras More Powerful Than The iPhone 17 Pro Max
Looking beyond your iPhone for better photos? These digital cameras are more powerful options for photographers ready to step up their gear.
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Einstein's Theories About Time Were Actually Proven True By Commercial Airlines In 1971
Einstein had some pretty crazy theories about time, and two scientists set out to test them by taking a long flight on a commercial airliner.
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5 Iconic Android Phones That Made Smartphone History
Apple's iPhone may have kicked off the touchscreen revolution, but phones powered by Google's Android have made big waves of their own.
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The Physics Challenges Holding Back Orbital Data Centers
There's been a lot of talk about placing AI data centers in space lately. However, this ambitious concept has numerous scientific limitations.
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Space Missions Are Having An Unexpected Effect On Astronauts' Sense Of Smell
Going into outer space causes a lot of changes in the human body, but you may be surprised to learn that it can radically alter your sense of smell.
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Ukrainian Troops Are Getting Tons Of War Robots, But That's Not What They Need
Ukraine is set to receive tens of thousands of unmanned ground vehicles in 2026. But could this actually cause issues in the fight against Russia?
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This US Decoy System Tricks Enemy Radars Into Showing Fighter Jets That Don't Exist
Modern air defenses can track multiple threats at once, but one military technology is designed to manipulate what enemy radar operators think they're seeing.
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China's Reusable Rocket Breakthrough Might Give SpaceX Some Serious Competition
China has launched and recovered its first reusable rocket booster, meaning there's a chance it could compete with SpaceX outside the US market.
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Magnet Breakthrough In Europe Might Help Solve The Biggest Problem With Rocket Design
The dangers associated with space travel are uncountable, but an array of powerful permanent magnets may solve one of the more persistent problems.
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Becoming A NASA Astronaut Is Over 30 Times More Exclusive Than Getting Into Harvard - Here's Why
Harvard is one of the most elite universities in the world, but its rejection rate is nothing compared to NASA's exclusive astronaut program.
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This New Biotech Might Have Solved The Problem With Long-Term Space Missions
Space missions come with certain dangers, including a lack of supplies. But a new study has shown that astronauts may be able to grow those supplies themselves.
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How Modern Navy Radars Track So Many Threats At Once
From hypersonic missiles to stealth drones, explore how warships scan, detect, and target hundreds of simultaneous incoming dangers in seconds.
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4 Of The Best Tablet Keyboards You Can Buy In 2026
Looking to use your tablet more like a laptop? These four keyboards stand out for their typing experience, trackpads, features, and overall value.
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How Do NASA Astronauts Drink Liquids In Space?
Thanks to the fact that water doesn't stay in a cup in space, drinking on the International Space Station is no easy feat, so how do they do it?
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Rockets Actually Fly Better Without Air - Here's Why
When planes fly through the atmosphere, they rely on air to keep themselves aloft, rockets on the other hand are better off without the air.
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SpaceX Wants To Keep Important Supplies Floating In Space - Here's Why
SpaceX is working on something unusual in orbit, and it could open the door to a very different kind of space mission than most people expect.
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4 Cheap Webcams That Can Actually Beat Your Laptop Camera
Most built-in laptop cameras top out around 1080p, and a handful of affordable external webcams can noticeably outperform them on video calls.
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Israel's Powerful 'Iron Beam' Laser Is Going Airborne - Here's How
Weaponized lasers are no longer science fiction. Discover how Israel is taking its powerful air defense system airborne to neutralize threats.
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HEIC Vs. JPEG: What's The Difference And Which File Format Has Better Image Quality?
HEIC and JPEG are two popular image formats used around the world. But which one is the best choice, especially when it comes to detail and quality?
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This Is What Aircraft Carrier Radar Systems Actually Look Like Up Close
Forget TV fiction. Aircraft carrier radar networks are colossal engineering marvels. Take a rare look at how these giants stay one step ahead of the enemy.
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Why Do Planes Dump Their Fuel Before Emergency Landings?
Pilots plan meticulously for a flight, but when things go wrong, they might have to land suddenly. Dumping fuel is part of that procedure, and here's why.
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Aircraft Carriers Are Becoming Nuclear Power Plants For US Naval Bases
The concept of a naval vessel powering land-based infrastructure isn't new, but what U.S. carriers are doing with nuclear power is.
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Why SpaceX Treats Its Rocket Launches Like Software Updates
SpaceX approaches rocket launches differently from almost every aerospace company. A key philosophy helps explain its remarkable pace of progress.
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China's Hydrogen-Powered Plane Might Be The Answer To The Oil Crisis
Non-sustainable energy sources are primary a source of price frustrations, but a hydrogen-powered plane might hold the promise for a cleaner future.
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China's Recent Rocket Launch Is The Next Step For Its 2030 Project
A new China rocket mission is generating interest beyond low Earth orbit. Here's why space agencies around the world are closely watching its next moves.
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