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Recent Articles
SpaceX's Falcon 9 Rocket Failure: Cracked Sense Line Causes Ten Starlink Satellites to Re-enter Earth's Atmosphere
Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024During the second stage engine burn of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying twenty Starlink satellites on July 11, 2024, a crack in a sense line for a pressure sensor caused an oxygen leak and excessive cooling, leading to engine damage and loss of ten satellites. The FAA investigation identified fatigue from engine vibration and clamp looseness as the cause. SpaceX has taken immediate action by removing the faulty components and implementing preventative measures. 
Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft: Astronauts Williams and Wilmore's Extended Stay at ISS Due to Thruster Failures and Helium Leaks
Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, carrying NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Barry Wilmore, encountered thruster failures and helium leaks during its return to Earth from the ISS, delaying their homecoming indefinitely. Engineers are investigating the root cause of these issues while the astronauts continue their work on board. NASA is considering a backup plan using SpaceX's Dragon capsule for their return. 
SpaceX's Falcon 9 Rocket Experiences Unusual Failure During Starlink Launch, Impacting Plans for Upcoming Missions
Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket experienced its first major in-flight failure on July 12, 2024, during the launch of twenty Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The uncrewed rocket carried satellites with new 'direct to cell' capabilities; however, due to the failure during the second stage, they were deployed into a lower than intended orbit. The exact cause of the issue is unknown, and it may impact plans for upcoming commercial flights and NASA's plans for a fresh crew to the International Space Station. 
Europe's Ariane 6 Rocket Launches on Maiden Mission, Experiences Anomaly: A New Workhorse in Space
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Europe's Ariane 6 rocket embarks on maiden mission, experiences anomaly during flight. Critical for European governments and companies, the Ariane 6 lifted off from French Guiana carrying multiple small payloads. An issue occurred around 2 hours and 50 minutes into the flight, preventing a successful completion of the mission. Officials are analyzing data to determine the cause while remaining optimistic about future launches. 
NASA Astronauts Safe on ISS as Boeing Starliner Undergoes Thruster Tests
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams remain safe on the International Space Station after Boeing Starliner's malfunctioning thrusters prevented a successful docking. The spacecraft, which encountered helium leaks during approach, will stay at the ISS indefinitely while NASA and Boeing assess its thruster system. 
NASA Selects SpaceX to Develop and Deliver US Deorbit Vehicle for International Space Station
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024NASA has chosen SpaceX to develop and deliver the U.S. Deorbit Vehicle for the International Space Station, worth up to $843 million. This spacecraft will ensure safe deorbiting of the station after its operational life in 2030, preventing risks to populated areas. The decision follows NASA's evaluation of various options for preserving or reusing the ISS, ultimately finding disassembly or raising its orbit with a large spacecraft infeasible. 
Unexpected Coolant Leak Cancels Spacewalk for Astronauts Dyson and Barratt
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024A coolant leak in astronaut Tracy Dyson's spacesuit forced the cancellation of U.S. spacewalk 90 on June 24, 2024, putting a halt to her and Mike Barratt's plan to repair a faulty electronics box outside the International Space Station. 
Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft: Extended Stay for Astronauts Due to Helium Leaks and Thruster Failures
Broke On: Saturday, 22 June 2024Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, carrying NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore on its inaugural crewed flight to the International Space Station, has encountered unexpected helium leaks and thruster failures. These issues have forced an extension of their mission duration to at least 20 days, with a return date set for June 26. NASA and Boeing are working to assess and address these challenges before attempting a safe return journey. 
Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft: Unplanned Issues Extend Astronauts' Stay at ISS
Broke On: Wednesday, 14 June 2023Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, carrying NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore to the International Space Station, encountered unexpected issues during its maiden crewed flight. The spacecraft suffered from helium leaks and thruster malfunctions, but the astronauts are safe on board. Engineers are working to resolve these issues before the astronauts return home on June 26. Despite setbacks, Boeing frames the mission as a learning opportunity and plans to eliminate both helium system performance and thruster issues before Starliner flies again. Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft: Unplanned Issues Extend Astronauts' Stay at ISS
Broke On: Wednesday, 14 June 2023Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, carrying NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore to the International Space Station, encountered unexpected issues during its maiden crewed flight. The spacecraft suffered from helium leaks and thruster malfunctions, but the astronauts are safe on board. Engineers are working to resolve these issues before the astronauts return home on June 26. Despite setbacks, Boeing frames the mission as a learning opportunity and plans to eliminate both helium system performance and thruster issues before Starliner flies again.
