➀ The UK Space Agency (UKSA) allocated £6.5 million to 23 international projects spanning biotech manufacturing, deep space radar, 5G satellite networks, and in-orbit 3D printing, collaborating with partners in 8 countries including the US, Japan, and Australia;

➁ Key initiatives include developing Americium-based power systems with NASA, deploying AI-driven 3D printing for space manufacturing, and advancing autonomous satellite navigation and threat detection technologies;

➂ These partnerships aim to bolster the UK's leadership in space innovation, enhance global space domain awareness, and bridge space research with Earth applications like climate-resilient agriculture and healthcare.

➀ The ISS National Laboratory selected 15 experiments for the Northrop Grumman CRS-23 mission, including biofilm prevention via UV light and space debris collection using an inflatable Capture Bag；

➀ Key collaborations involve Arizona State University, TransAstra Corporation, and CASIS, with NASA oversight for non-agency research；

➂ The SpaceX Falcon 9-launched Cygnus XL spacecraft delivered 11,000 pounds of supplies, advancing in-space research for human health and space sustainability.

➀ The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has provided new clues about the exoplanet TRAPPIST-1 e, located 40 light-years from Earth.

➁ JWST's initial findings hint at a nitrogen-rich atmosphere, increasing the chances of the planet being habitable.

➂ The planet is in the star's habitable zone, but its potential for life depends on maintaining a stable atmosphere.

➀ NASA and Aloft Sensing developed HALE InSAR, a lightweight radar system using phased-array antennas for millimeter-level surface deformation detection;

➁ The system operates without GPS, relying on onboard algorithms, and is tested on high-altitude platforms for environmental monitoring;

➂ Future applications include satellite deployment for broader Earth observation and disaster forecasting.

➀ ISRO and NASA will jointly launch the NISAR satellite on July 30, 2025, featuring dual-band radar (L-band from NASA and S-band from ISRO) for Earth observation;

➁ The satellite will monitor tectonic shifts, ice dynamics, vegetation changes, and coastal erosion with high-resolution imaging and a 240-km swath coverage;

➂ Operating in a sun-synchronous orbit 747 km above Earth, the mission will provide free global data for climate research, agriculture, and disaster management during its five-year operational phase.

➀ NASA成功测试了搭载在CogniSAT-6立方星上的AI系统Dynamic Targeting，利用Ubotica的SPACE:AI平台实现实时地形分析，自主调整观测角度，避开云层干扰；

➁ 该技术通过预判轨道前方300英里范围，仅拍摄无云区域数据，将有效数据比例提升三分之二，未来将扩展至野火、极端天气等动态目标监测；

➂ 后续计划包括联邦自主测量（FAME）多卫星协同观测，并探索将技术应用于雷达监测冬季强对流冰暴等罕见气象事件。

➀ Astrobotic secured a NASA contract to develop the VSAT-XL, a 30m-tall vertical solar array generating 50kW of power for lunar missions;

➁ The system features dual 20-meter panels, self-leveling capabilities, and sun-tracking technology, designed for deployment on the lunar south pole;

➂ Prototype development under the Phase II contract aims to support long-term lunar habitats, in-situ resource utilization, and potential adaptation for Mars missions.

➀ The Perseids meteor shower, known for its swift, bright meteors and frequent fireballs, is set to occur again this year, promising an unforgettable celestial show.

➁ Originating from the dusty remnants of Comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle, the meteors create streaks of light when they collide with Earth's atmosphere.

➂ The shower is expected to peak overnight from August 12 to early morning hours of August 13, with up to 100 meteors per hour under ideal conditions.

➀ NASA为2027年的阿波罗三号任务做准备，工程师和宇航员在阿拉巴马州亨茨维尔的马歇尔太空飞行中心的平地设施中模拟月球南极的极端光照条件；

➁ 月球南极是一个视觉复杂的环境，太阳始终处于低角度，导致表面大部分地区陷入深深的阴影，而照亮区域则可能非常明亮；

➂ 工程师使用12千瓦和6千瓦的强光与人类着陆器、月球表面和岩石的低保真模拟相结合，以研究阴影如何影响着陆器的视觉检查和评估工作。

➀ Lockheed Martin officially completes assembly and testing of NASA's Orion Artemis II spacecraft;

➀ Represents a critical milestone for human space exploration, advancing NASA's mission toward Mars;

➂ Highlights advancements in spacecraft technology and collaborative efforts in aerospace engineering.

➀ Lockheed Martin completed assembly and testing of NASA's Orion Artemis II spacecraft, transferring it to NASA's Exploration Ground Systems team for launch preparation;

➁ The Orion spacecraft features advanced life support, communication systems, and safety measures, marking a milestone in establishing a human lunar presence and Mars missions;

➂ Artemis II will carry four astronauts, with future missions (Artemis III and IV) targeting lunar landings and integration with the Lunar Gateway station for Mars exploration.

➀ The Hubble Space Telescope has been in operation since April 25, 1990, and has been capturing breathtaking images of the cosmos for 35 years.

➁ NASA has released a gallery of images taken by Hubble, highlighting its scientific contributions and America's commitment to space exploration.

➂ Hubble's data record is second only to the James Webb Space Telescope, with over 400 Terabytes transmitted over the years.

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➂ Picture of the Day: IBDM – International Berthing and Docking Mechanism

➃ This is a very expensive and complicated connector, an IBDM. It is a docking mechanism for the European Space Agency’s habitation module for the Lunar Gateway (the Lunar I-Hab). The Gateway will be a lunar-orbiting outpost and is the NASA replacement for the International Space Station. The module will eventually...

Redwire has been awarded a contract to provide four docking mechanisms for the European Space Agency's habitation module for the Lunar Gateway, known as the Lunar I-Hab. This lunar-orbiting outpost is a replacement for the International Space Station and will support long-duration missions, potentially including a future human mission to Mars.

Redwire's Belgian subsidiary, Redwire Space NV, will deliver the International Berthing and Docking Mechanism (IBDM) for the Lunar I-Hab. The contract is with Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales and Leonardo.

The IBDM will enable safe transfers of crew and cargo within the Gateway station, using advanced automation and precision alignment. Other subsystems for the Lunar I-Hab are being provided by JAXA, including environmental control, life support, and batteries.

➀ Researchers from the University of Connecticut and Eascra Biotech are producing innovative nanomaterials in space to improve treatments for osteoarthritis and cancer.

➁ Janus base nanomaterials (JBNs) are developed to regenerate cartilage and could be used in precision cancer treatment.

➂ The ISS National Lab is used to test the production of JBNs in space, where gravity-driven forces are reduced, leading to better uniformity and patient outcomes.

➀ With the aid of NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, scientists have found compelling evidence of biological life on a planet called K2-18b, located 124 light years from Earth.

➁ The team detected gases normally produced by biological activity on Earth, dimethyl sulfide and dimethyl disulfide, in the exoplanet's atmosphere.

➂ The concentration of sulfur gas levels on K2-18b is thousands of times higher than on Earth, suggesting a potentially habitable environment.

➀ The Space Foundation's 2025 Q1 report indicates an 18% increase in the space workforce over five years.

➁ The average salary in the U.S. space industry is $135,000, a 3.1% annual increase and nearly double the average private sector wage.

➂ Pharmaceutical companies are showing increased interest in manufacturing drugs in orbit, with projects like Redwire's PIL-BOX.

➀ The ISS National Lab is launching an Orbital Edge Accelerator programme to support space startups;

➁ The programme is backed by space and environmental VCs and aims to foster innovation in the space economy;

➂ Six startups will receive up to $500,000 in investment, mentorship, and opportunities for sponsored investigations.

➀ This weekend, a partial solar eclipse will occur, with maximum coverage happening between 6:30 a.m. EST and 7:05 a.m. EST, depending on location.

➁ The Moon will pass in front of the Sun, casting a shadow on parts of the Northern Hemisphere, but no total solar eclipse will be visible this time.

➂ Proper eye protection, such as solar viewing glasses, is essential for safely observing the eclipse.

➀ Neil Armstrong, the first man on the moon, spoke at the 2006 Freescale Technology Forum, downplaying the significance of his 'giant step for mankind'.

➁ Armstrong discussed the risks involved in the moon landing, including the computer system disagreement during the final approach and landing.

➂ He recounted the first experiment on the moon, which was to set up mirrors for laser measurements, and humorously mentioned the challenge of correctly determining the location of Mount Hamilton.