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October 29, 2015

Study solves mysteries of Voyager 1's journey into interstellar space
Durham NH (SPX) Oct 29, 2015
In a study published in the Astrophysical Journal Letters, scientists from the University of New Hampshire and colleagues answer the question of why NASA's Voyager 1, when it became the first probe to enter interstellar space in mid-2012, observed a magnetic field that was inconsistent with that derived from other spacecraft observations. Voyager 1 sent back several different indications that it had punched through the edge of our sun's massive protective bubble inflated by solar wind--the heliosp ... read more

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From science fiction to reality - sonic tractor beam invented A team of researchers from the Universities of Bristol and Sussex in collaboration with Ultrahaptics have built the world's first sonic tractor beam that can lift and move objects using sound waves. ... more		Methane-powered engine key to next generation landers NASA tested components for an engine that could be used for Mars landers powered with methane, a fuel that has never before propelled a NASA spacecraft. A spectacular blue flame erupted as a r ... more		Russia to Open Four New Glonass Stations Abroad Russia will open four new Glonass ground relay stations abroad in addition to the existing five, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin said Wednesday. "We now have five stations outside ... more
				Northrop Grumman wins contract to build next US superbomber Northrop Grumman beat out Boeing and Lockheed Martin on Tuesday to win a multibillion-dollar contract to build America's next generation of long-distance bombers. ... more		Lockheed Martin to build Ballistic Missile Defense radar The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) awarded a team, led by Lockheed Martin, a contract to develop, build and test the Long Range Discrimination Radar (LRDR). The radar system will support a layered bal ... more

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Lighter, long-lasting batteries made from silicon Substantially smaller and longer-lasting batteries for everything from portable electronic devices to electric cars could be come a reality thanks to an innovative technology developed by University ... more		New report on energy-efficient computing A report that resulted from a workshop jointly funded by the Semiconductor Research Corporation (SRC) and National Science Foundation (NSF) outlines key factors limiting progress in computing - part ... more		Trump deploys nuclear submarines in row with Russia Navy F-35 jet crashes in California Slingshot unveils TALOS AI to simulate and support strategic space operations		Wall-less Hall thruster may power future deep space missions Hall thrusters are advanced electric rocket engines primarily used for station-keeping and attitude control of geosynchronous communication satellites and space probes. Recently, the launch of two s ... more
				Chinese Helium Airships to Hunt for Enemy Aircraft China began testing on a new type of helium stratospheric airship. The Yuanmeng aircraft can reach a height of 100 kilometers and conduct reconnaissance without being seen by other aircraft or rocke ... more		Lockheed begins full-scale assembly and test of Orion Lockheed Martin and NASA have completed the majority of Orion's Critical Design Review (CDR) which means the spacecraft's design is mature enough to move into full-scale fabrication, assembly, integ ... more

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NASA Marks Completion of Test Version of Key SLS Propulsion System A structural test article of the interim cryogenic propulsion stage (ICPS) for NASA's new deep-space exploration rocket, the Space Launch System (SLS), has been completed at United Launch Alliance i ... more		Dive of the RoboBee In 1939, a Russian engineer proposed a "flying submarine" - a vehicle that can seamlessly transition from air to water and back again. While it may sound like something out of a James Bond film, eng ... more		Airbus CO3D satellites begin mission to generate high precision global 3D map NASA teams with India to launch Earth-tracking satellite Beijing officials admit 'gaps' in readiness after rain kill dozens		Initial launcher assembly is completed for Arianespace's Vega mission with LISA Pathfinder The sixth Vega to be launched from French Guiana has completed its basic assembly at the Spaceport, readying this light-lift vehicle to receive Europe's LISA Pathfinder scientific spacecraft for an ... more
New Israeli anti-drone counter-measure makes debut A counter-measure system that detects, identifies and disrupts small drones has been debuted by Israel Aerospace Industries. ... more		America's next superbomber to be shrouded in secret for years Almost every aspect of America's newest bomber is top secret, but experts predict the warplane will be very "stealthy," packed with sensors - and able to deliver nuclear payloads anywhere. ... more		Air Force Awards Contract for Long Range Strike Bomber The US Air Force announced Tuesday a contract award for the engineering and manufacturing development and early production of the Long Range Strike Bomber, or LRS-B, to Northrop Grumman Corp. ... more		US Air Force renews ISR support contract with Raytheon The U.S. Air Force has awarded Raytheon with a new $393 million contract to continue its support for its Distributed Common Ground System. ... more

	U.S. demos Standard Missile 3 in Europe The U.S. Navy reports it has performed the first at sea ballistic missile defense firing of a Standard Missile 3 in Europe. ... more		Runaway military blimp causes power outages in US A massive US surveillance blimp broke loose from its mooring Wednesday, sparking power outages as it drifted around Pennsylvania dragging a 6,600-foot cable before eventually easing down to Earth, officials said. ... more

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Desperate Afghan-Pakistan quake victims appeal for aid

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NASA SLS Prime Contractor Industry Team Reaches Significant Exploration

Report: U.S. blocks aircraft sale to Uzbekistan

U.K. deploys Type 23 frigate HMS Richmond to stop migrant smuggling

Fuel-strapped Nepal sends team to China to ease supply

Hong Kong probes ferry crash as injury toll rises to 124

German economy shrugs off China worries, VW scandal

China leaders meet for five-year plan amid calls for reform

Growth v reform debate for China's new plan

China to donate fuel to Nepal: official

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