rocket launches
Coverage of rocket launches in the Nexus archive.
- Mysterious debris found on Queensland beaches could be ‘space balls’ – and may contain toxic rocket fuel
Six pieces of suspected space debris found on north Queensland beaches may be 'space balls' from rocket launches. The Australian Space Agency is investigating their origin and nature, as police warn they could contain hazardous chemicals.
- Lopez: There might be one advantage to climate change: More home runs at Dodger Stadium
Lopez suggests that climate change may lead to more home runs at Dodger Stadium due to a receding marine layer. The marine layer's retreat is said to reduce resistance for rocket launches at Chavez Ravine.
- From Almaty to orbit: Kazakhstan woos Hong Kong travellers with rocket launches
Kazakhstan is promoting Almaty to Hong Kong travelers through rocket launch events and participation in the 40th International Travel Expo. Six Kazakhstan-based operators showcased the city at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, coinciding with new direct flights to the region despite Middle East conflict impacts on global tourism.
- NASA's ambitious Artemis 3 mission includes 3 giant rocket launches, 2 private moon landers and 1 big question: Can it all work together?
NASA's Artemis 3 mission involves three rocket launches, two private moon landers, and raises questions about the feasibility of integrating these components. The mission highlights collaboration between NASA and private entities for lunar exploration.
- SpaceX settles lawsuit with state Coastal Commission over Vandenberg flights
SpaceX and the California Coastal Commission have resolved a legal dispute over the agency's regulation of rocket launches at Vandenberg Space Force Base. The settlement follows the state agency's attempts to assert oversight of SpaceX's operations in California.
- SpaceX settles lawsuit with state Coastal Commission over Vandenberg flights
SpaceX and the California Coastal Commission have resolved a lawsuit over the state agency's attempts to regulate rocket launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The settlement ends legal disputes regarding state oversight of SpaceX's operations at the military facility.