➀ NASA's X-59 'quiet supersonic' research aircraft is undergoing engine-run tests; ➁ The tests are part of NASA's Quesst mission to reduce sonic booms over land; ➂ The engine, a modified F414-GE-100, generates 22,000 pounds of thrust for a cruising speed of Mach 1.4.

➀ Space Forge has signed an MOU with Voyager Space to support in-space research and manufacturing. The collaboration aims to integrate Space Forge's ForgeStar platform with Voyager's orbital capabilities for commercial applications. ➁ The ForgeStar platform is designed for reusable satellite operations in microgravity, supported by ESA and NATO. ➂ Voyager Space, with its commercial space station infrastructure, is working on projects funded by NASA, targeting new frontiers in bio-medicine and material science.

➀ NASA has warned about a bus-sized asteroid, 2024 UQ1, approaching Earth at a distance of 148,000 miles; ➁ The asteroid is not classified as potentially hazardous; ➂ This is part of a series of near-Earth objects being monitored by NASA.

➀ The European Space Agency's Hera spacecraft is en route to the asteroid impacted by NASA's DART mission in 2022. The probe is part of a mission to study the 'kinetic impact' technique for asteroid deflection. ➁ Hera will conduct detailed surveys of the asteroid Dimorphos and perform deep-space technology experiments. ➂ The spacecraft is expected to arrive at the binary asteroid in autumn 2026, providing valuable data for planetary defense.

➀ The United States plans to orbit an astronaut in space by October 1961; ➁ One of the seven astronauts in training will be sent on a non-orbital flight early next year; ➂ The Project Mercury manned flight programme is on a tight schedule and has experienced some delays due to equipment issues.

➀ NASA's Webb telescope captures a stunning image of a galactic collision; ➁ The galaxies, Arp 107, are located 465 million light-years from Earth; ➂ The image combines observations from Webb's MIRI and NIRCam, highlighting star formation and the connection between the galaxies.

➀ NASA is working on establishing a coordinated lunar time standard for future human missions to the moon; ➁ The lunar time will be determined by a weighted average of atomic clocks on the moon; ➂ The time difference between Earth and the moon poses challenges for precise navigation and missions.

➀ Boeing's Starliner spacecraft successfully returned to Earth over the weekend, but with some additional issues found, including a failed thruster during decent. ➁ The issues with Starliner began before its launch in June, with helium leaks and thruster performance issues identified. ➂ NASA decided to keep astronauts on board the ISS and return Starliner uncrewed, emphasizing safety as the core value. The spacecraft landed successfully, but the thruster failure and temporary blackout of the guidance system were noted.

➀ NASA has awarded Intuitive Machines $116.9 million to deliver six payloads to the lunar South Pole in 2027. ➁ The payloads will help study volatile substances and radiation on the Moon, aiding future exploration efforts. ➂ This marks the 10th CLPS contract from NASA and the fourth for the South Pole, part of the Artemis campaign.

➀ Axiom Space and Nokia are collaborating to integrate 4G/LTE communications into the next-generation spacesuits for NASA's Artemis III mission. ➁ The integration will enable high-speed data transfer, including HD video and voice communication over long distances on the Moon. ➂ Nokia plans to deploy the first cellular network on the Moon, which will support future lunar and Mars missions.

➀ The Post Office announced plans to start experimental satellite communication tests next year, as part of a White Paper by Mr. J. R. Bevins. ➁ The satellites will be launched by NASA in America, with a ground station provided by the Post Office in the UK. ➂ Research on special transmitters, receivers, and large steerable antennas is well advanced.

➀ The James Webb Space Telescope observed Ariel, one of Uranus' moons, and found evidence suggesting it may have an underground liquid ocean. ➁ Carbon dioxide ice was detected on Ariel's surface, which is unexpected due to Uranus' distance from the sun. ➂ The presence of carbon dioxide ice and carbonates on Ariel's surface suggests geological activity and possible interaction with an underground ocean.

1. Researchers from the Mars InSight Lander suggest that Mars' crust likely contains liquid water, which could be crucial for future habitability and life search. 2. The study, led by Vashan Wright, used data collected by InSight to model the presence of water beneath Mars' surface. 3. The findings open possibilities for understanding Mars' climate history and potential for life, though drilling deep on Mars remains a significant challenge.

1. NASA's DART mission provided insights into the origin and formation of the binary asteroid system. 2. The mission helped characterize the asteroids' origin and evolution, and constrain their physical characteristics. 3. The findings enhance understanding of near-Earth objects and the history of the Solar System.

1. The James Webb Space Telescope has captured detailed images of deep space, including the Carina Nebula and the Crab Nebula. 2. Webb's infrared capabilities have revealed hidden stellar nurseries and early stages of star formation. 3. The telescope has also provided insights into the Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex, showcasing young stars and their environments.

1. NASA's Juno spacecraft captured a stunning image of Jupiter's chaotic clouds and cyclonic storms during its 61st flyby. 2. The image, enhanced by citizen scientist Gary Eason, highlights turbulent patterns and quickly evolving cloud structures. 3. Juno continues to provide valuable data about Jupiter and its moons, inviting public participation in its citizen scientist project.

1. NASA's Mars Curiosity rover discovered elemental sulfur in a field of rocks at Gediz Vallis, surprising scientists; 2. The rover was exploring the area to find evidence of an ancient river and potential microbial life; 3. This discovery adds to the excitement of planetary exploration as it reveals unexpected findings on Mars.

❶ NASA's Europa Clipper satellite faces risk due to transistors' vulnerability to space radiation; ❷ Repair may involve heating the electronics vault to 'bake' the MOSFETs; ❸ Infineon Technologies supplied the affected MOSFETs, which were found to have higher-than-expected failure levels due to a manufacturing change.

1. Researchers from Cornell University have developed a Dune-inspired spacesuit design that recycles astronaut urine into drinking water. 2. The system includes a vacuum-based external catheter and an osmosis unit to provide a continuous supply of potable water. 3. The prototype aims to address comfort issues and water scarcity for astronauts during long space missions.

1. Hubble Telescope has provided new evidence for the existence of an intermediate black hole in Omega Centauri; 2. The discovery of fast-moving stars suggests a massive object, likely a black hole, is pulling them; 3. This finding could help unravel the mysteries of black hole evolution.