“Completely Unexpected” – Scientists Discover a Magnetized Dead Star With a Solid Surface
According to a new study the X-ray light emitted by a certain magnetar – a highly magnetized dead star – appears to indicate that the…
Italian Space Agency News
The Italian Space Agency (Agenzia Spaziale Italiana, or ASI) is Italy’s national agency responsible for advancing the country’s space science, technology, and exploration initiatives. Established in 1988, ASI plays a crucial role in both national and international space endeavors. The agency collaborates extensively with major space organizations like NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) on various missions ranging from Earth observation to deep space exploration. ASI’s projects are diverse, involving satellite development, scientific research in astrophysics and planetary science, and the promotion of aerospace technologies. The agency also focuses on the practical applications of space technology, such as monitoring environmental changes and enhancing telecommunications infrastructure. Through its efforts, ASI significantly contributes to scientific progress and technological innovation in the global space community.
LICIACube Satellite’s First Images From After DART’s Collision With Target Asteroid
On Monday, NASA’s Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) successfully impacted its asteroid target Dimorphos after 10 months of flying through space. During the spacecraft’s final…
Laser Relativity Satellite to Measure Frame-Dragging Effect of General Relativity
The Laser Relativity Satellite (LARES) will allow Italian astrophysicists to measure the frame-dragging effect of general relativity up to an accuracy of 1%. Laser ranging…