How cosmic rays help us understand the universe
How much can we really know about the universe beyond our galaxy? The Hubble Telescope has enabled us to see objects in space as far…
Category: Space Science
How do we study the stars?
The city sky is, frankly, rather boring. If you look up at the patches of murk between buildings, you might be able to pick out…
Light seconds, light years, light centuries:
Light is the fastest thing we know. It’s so fast that we measure enormous distances by how long it takes for light to travel them.…
Will future spacecraft fit in our pockets?
When you picture a spaceship, you probably think of something like this, or this, or maybe this. What do they all have in common? Among…
How to detect a supernova
Just now, somewhere in the universe, a star exploded. There goes another one. In fact, a supernova occurs every second or so in the observable…
Could we actually live on Mars?
So, you’re thinking of moving to Mars. Have you picked out a spot for your new home? No? Well, I’m here to help. First things…
The incredible collaboration behind the International Space Station
Have you ever been gazing at a starry sky when suddenly a bright dot glided into view? If it wasn’t blinking, then you’ve had the…
Should we be looking for life elsewhere in the universe?
Astronomers have discovered thousands of planets orbiting stars other than the Sun. They come in all sizes, at different orbital distances from their stars. The…
How is a Satellite Launched?
How is a Satellite Launched? Satellites are of two types- natural and artificial. Artificial satellites are sent to space to orbit Earth or any other planet…
Know About Your Solar System
Come let’s have a spacewalk and know facts about our Planets. “Twinkle- Twinkle Little Star, how I wonder what you are”. This famous poem is…
