Updated by FFRNews on November 8, 2025 China’s Tianwen 1 orbiter has achieved a remarkable feat by capturing images of the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS as it flew past Mars. This latest observation highlights China’s growing capabilities in space exploration and the potential for international scientific contributions to understanding interstellar objects (ISOs). Tianwen 1 Captures 3I/ATLAS…
Pluto novel by Les Johnson takes readers on a journey that bridges the gap between hard science and imaginative storytelling, offering a breathtaking conclusion to Ben Bova’s acclaimed Grand Tour series. Drawing inspiration from NASA’s New Horizons mission to Pluto, Johnson’s work reimagines the dwarf planet through a scientifically accurate lens while preserving the thrilling…
Signs of Late-Stage Cryovolcanism in Plutos Hayabusa Terra — a new study reveals that the icy dwarf planet, once thought to be geologically dead, might still harbor the forces of an active world beneath its frozen surface. A recent paper published in The Planetary Science Journal has reignited curiosity about Pluto’s geological activity. Researchers studying…
Researchers are pushing the boundaries of space technology with a revolutionary idea — foldable solar sails that can serve not only as propulsion systems but also as heat shields for atmospheric entry. The innovative concept could dramatically change how future missions travel across and land on planets like Mars or Earth. Developed by Joseph Ivarson…