Materials used in space must withstand some of the most extreme environmental conditions imaginable. The Material Degradation Monitor on...

Durability is one of the most critical factors in the design of space hardware. The ExHAM-Long-term Composite Reliability experiment...

Interstellar dust may seem like a mundane topic, but it holds the keys to understanding the very building blocks of the universe. The...

Space radiation is a major concern for long-duration missions. Unlike Earth, which is shielded by its atmosphere and magnetic field,...

When we think of space telescopes or observational instruments used in astronomy, one critical component often overlooked is the mirror....

Space robots are critical for building, maintaining, and exploring space environments. To work effectively, these robots need to see and...

Spacecraft rely on antennas to communicate with Earth and each other, making antenna durability in space extremely important. One...

In the extreme temperatures of space, keeping spacecraft cool is a matter of survival. Heat management is vital for both astronauts and...

One of the surprising challenges astronauts face upon returning to Earth is difficulty standing up without feeling faint or dizzy. This...

Chondrules are tiny, round particles found in meteorites that provide critical clues about the early solar system and how planets were...

Olive oil is a staple of the Mediterranean diet and a symbol of health and culture. But what happens to it when it leaves Earth? The...

Bacteria behave differently in space—and understanding those changes is key to keeping astronauts safe on long missions. The experiment...

Staying healthy in space is one of the top priorities for astronauts. With limited medical resources onboard, early detection of health...

When astronauts leave the International Space Station (ISS) for a spacewalk—or Extra Vehicular Activity (EVA)—they step into an...

Radiation is one of the biggest dangers astronauts face in space. Without Earth's protective atmosphere, astronauts are exposed to higher...

Behind every successful space experiment is the right infrastructure. For microgravity research and science aboard the International...

Imagine machines moving in space, where every mechanical interaction—from rotating joints to sliding parts—needs to function flawlessly....

Imagine sending seeds to outer space—then watching to see if they can still grow. That’s exactly what the European Technology Exposure...

While astronauts gaze at the blue planet from their orbital home aboard the International Space Station (ISS), the rest of us now get a...

Space is a vast ocean of invisible energy, and every spacecraft is like a fragile boat sailing through it. One of the biggest challenges...