Satellite Takes Selfie to Show it Was Hit by Space Debris

A satellite has taken a selfie revealing a small hole in it -- highlighting the dangers of space junk.

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2024-11-8 17:25

‘Space Cowboy’ is a Documentary About a Flying Cameraman Who Films Cars Falling From the Sky

A documentary about a pioneering cameraman who jumps from planes so he can film cars falling from the sky is set to be released. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-10-31 20:22

Watch ISS Astronauts Geek Out About Photography in Space

Don Pettit and Matthew Dominick are arguably the two greatest photographers to ever go to space and the pair were interviewed together while onboard the International Space Station (ISS). [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-10-30 19:32

Axiom Space и Prada показали финальный вариант дизайна скафандров для Луны

Космическая компания Axiom Space и дом моды Prada предствили финальный вариант скафандра для лунной миссии NASA Artemis 3. ferra.ru »

2024-10-19 06:00

Astronaut shares photos and videos of ferocious Hurricane Milton from space

NASA photo / Matthew Dominick Hurricane Milton is barreling across the Gulf of Mexico toward the west coast of Florida, putting almost 15 million Florida residents under flood watches and prompting the evacuation of millions from the central part of the state. dpreview.com »

2024-10-9 03:15

Hurricane Milton’s Insane Scale As Seen From Space

As the potentially historic Hurricane Milton makes its way eastward toward Florida, forcing millions to evacuate much of the sunshine state, satellites in space are documenting the storm's sheer size and devastating power. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-10-9 23:04

Incredible Images Taken From Space Reveal Sheer Scale of Hurricane Milton

Jaw-dropping satellite imagery of Hurricane Milton shows what Florida is facing as the Category 4 storm bears down on the Gulf Coast. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-10-9 17:11

Sitronics Space и Университет Иннополис создадут космические сервисы на базе ИИ

Российская компания Sitronics Space и Университет Иннополис заключили соглашение о разработке геопространственных решений с использованием спутниковых данных. Подписание состоялось на международном форуме Digital Innopolis Days x AI IN 2024. ferra.ru »

2024-10-2 17:31

NASA дало Starfish Space $15 млн на инспекцию космического мусора

NASA предоставила контракт на $ 15 млн компании Starfish Space для разработки миссии Small Spacecraft Propulsion and Inspection Capability (SSPICY), запуск которой запланирован на конец 2026 года. В рамках миссии будет использоваться космический аппарат Otter для инспекции вышедших из строя американских спутников на низкой околоземной орбите. ferra.ru »

2024-9-28 17:22

Surprise: No Sony Creative Space event in October?

In recent years, Sony has often announced new cameras at its Creative Space events, usually held in late October or early November. But this year Sony seems to not have planned such an event. It might be that in very last minute they will announce it but this is really odd and a sign that… sonyalpharumors.com »

2024-9-20 17:13

Во время подготовки ко второму старту инженеры ABL Space испортили новую ракету

Стало известно, что инженеры американской компании ABL Space Systems «сломали» ракету-носитель RS1, которую готовили ко второму полёту в течение полутора лет. ferra.ru »

2024-7-26 07:30

NASA Astronauts to Deliver Free Astrophotography Lesson From Space

NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick and Don Pettit will discuss astrophotography online later today and take questions from viewers. Dominick will present from space, as the astronaut is currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS), adding a layer of intrigue to the class. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-7-24 20:11

The 10 Best James Webb Space Telescope Photos (So Far)

The James Webb Space Telescope just celebrated its second birthday, having started service on July 12, 2022. Here are Webb's 10 best photos so far to mark the occasion. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-7-20 15:00

Space Junk Removal Company Snaps Beautiful Photo of Discarded Rocket

Tokyo-based Astroscale Japan is a company attempting to deal with the growing problem of floating space garbage. As part of that mission, it recently completed a close fly-by of a discarded upper-stage rocket body, and the photo of space garbage it snapped is strikingly beautiful. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-7-13 20:54

International Space Station is Pictured Crossing the Fiery Surface of the Sun

Astrophotographer Miguel Claro captured this magnificent image of the International Space Station (ISS) transiting the surface of the Sun in the blink of an eye. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-7-3 15:25

Satellite Captures Up Close Photo of Giant Piece of Space Junk

A satellite designed to eliminate the increasing amount of space junk orbiting the Earth has homed in on a 36-foot (11-meter) discarded rocket upper stage to take a remarkable photo. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-6-19 15:08

NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope is Having Difficulties

NASA's iconic Hubble Space Telescope has been going into protective "safe mode" after having issues with one of its three remaining gyroscopes forcing it to suspend science operations. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-6-5 17:22

Don Pettit, The Best Photographer to Ever Visit Space, Will Return to the ISS

Not only will Don Pettit become the second-oldest NASA astronaut ever to visit space when he returns for his fourth mission in September, but arguably the best photographer to ever blast off into orbit will return to the International Space Station (ISS). [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-6-4 12:12

NASA Wants Your Photos of the Aurora to Study Space Weather

The many photos taken of the spectacular aurora lights that lit up the skies of North America and Europe last weekend will help NASA study solar storms for years to come. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-5-17 14:54

Is Panasonic about to enter the fixed lens full-frame camera space?

There are reports floating around that Panasonic may be about to enter the full-frame fixed lens camera space with an official announcement coming this month. Currently, Leica and their Q3 is the only other camera in the FF fixed lens camera space (there is also the monochrom Q2 which actually costs more). canonrumors.com »

2024-5-1 12:09

Private Spacecraft Snaps First Rendezvous Photo of Space Debris

Cue the anti-space litter campaigns. A satellite captured a historic photo of space debris during a new mission.

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2024-5-1 22:40

Sierra Space создаст сервис доставки грузов в любую точку Земли за 90 минут

Компания Sierra Space намерена создать действительно прорывной 90-минутный сервис по доставке критически важных грузов в любую точку Земли. ferra.ru »

2024-4-19 18:38

These Epic Photos From Space Were Shot With a Smartphone

Samsung sent four Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphones into space on stratospheric balloons in order to capture literal out-of-this-world photos of the western United States. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-3-2 20:41

Nikon's Z9 slated to go to the moon in 2026

The Nikon Z9 is going to the moon. NASA has selected the high-end Z9, one of the most complete cameras we've ever tested, as the official handheld camera for the Artemis III mission, set to launch in 2026 (give or take), which will put astronauts on the moon for the first time since 1972. dpreview.com »

2024-3-1 23:55

World’s Newest Capital City Seen Emerging From Space in Satellite Photos

The world's newest capital city has been captured emerging from the jungle in satellite photos taken from space.

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2024-2-28 20:59

Space Dots создала миниатюрную лабораторию для тестирования материалов в космосе

Британская стартап-компания Space Dots разработала лабораторию Barnacle Dot размером со смартфон, предназначенное для тестирования механических, тепловых и электрических свойств материалов в космосе. ferra.ru »

2024-2-24 22:20

Check Out This Powerful Thunderstorm as Seen from Space

Swedish astronaut Marcus Wandt recently returned from a three-week mission on the International Space Station (ISS) and captured some incredible photos and videos during his time in orbit, including footage of a powerful thunderstorm. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-2-16 22:15

Inspiring, Iconic Photos of NASA’s Space Shuttle Era Turn 40 Years Old

On February 7, 1984, astronaut Hoot Gibson aimed his camera out of the crew cabin window of the space shuttle Challenger towards Bruce McCandless II as he floated freely in space. petapixel.com »

2024-2-9 21:02

NASA Goes Mirrorless: The Nikon Z9 is on the International Space Station

The International Space Station (ISS) has been equipped with a large batch of Nikon Z9 cameras as the astronauts there prepare to finally retire the Nikon DSLRs that have served as the primary systems in orbit for years. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-2-7 03:59

Sierra Space успешно испытала надувной космический модуль

Компания Sierra Space провела успешные наземные испытания полномасштабной надувной среды обитания, предназначенной для будущей коммерческой космической станции. ferra.ru »

2024-1-24 17:45

Impulse Space представила буксир для крупногабаритных спутников

Компания Impulse Space представила новый космический буксир Helios, предназначенный для запуска крупногабаритных спутников на геостационарную орбиту. ferra.ru »

2024-1-18 12:00

Stunning Supernova Remnant Leaves Beautiful Echoes in Space

150 million light-years from Earth, a relatively small galaxy, UGC 5189A, was the site of a massive supernova, a super-powerful star explosion. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-1-17 02:17

What is Color Space and Why Does it Matter?

For most photographers, color is a crucial component of their images. As a result, it only makes sense to want the colors that you envision to come through in the same way when others view your photographs. petapixel.com »

2024-1-4 20:51

The Best James Webb Space Telescope Photos of 2023

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has wrapped up its first full year of scientific operations, and beyond "breaking" cosmology, the telescope has also delivered some of the most spectacular photos of deep space ever seen. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-12-31 16:26

Axiom Space вознесет данные к звездам с запуском «орбитального дата-центра»

Axiom Space готовится совершить невероятный скачок в области облачных вычислений: она представила планы по созданию первого в мире орбитального центра обработки данных, запуск которого намечен на 2027 год. ferra.ru »

2023-12-22 21:30

14 Years of Gamma Radiation in Space

NASA has created an incredible timelapse movie that condenses 14 years of data acquired by NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope into six minutes of colorful cosmic rays. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-12-22 21:08

NASA Streams Cat Video From Deep Space

NASA has streamed a high definiton video of a cat from deep space to Earth -- a distance of almost 20 million miles away -- using laser technology. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-12-21 18:31

Canadian Space Telescope CASTOR Aims to Take the Reins from Hubble

Although the Hubble Space Telescope has had a heck of a run, it cannot last forever. Astronomers have been planning for Hubble's retirement for many years, and a Canadian telescope called CASTOR may be the best candidate to fill the inevitable void in ultraviolet space exploration. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-12-13 00:39

‘World’s Newest Island’ Seen Growing From Space in Satellite Photos

The "Earth's newest island" can be seen growing from space in newly-released satellite photos.

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2023-12-9 19:38

First 360-Degree Action Camera in Space Captures New View of Earth

Insta360 has sent a pair of Instax360 X2 action cameras into outer space, and the cameras are now orbiting Earth, capturing 360-degree views of the planet, stars, and the Milky Way galaxy. petapixel.com »

2023-11-29 21:41

Space Telescope on a Quest to Solve Dark Matter Delivers First Images

The Euclid space telescope, an instrument designed to solve the greatest mystery of the Universe, has sent back its first stunning images. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-11-8 15:01

The Hubble Space Telescope’s Still Got It

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope is often overshadowed by the shiny new observatory in the room, the James Webb Space Telescope, but its latest photo of a gorgeous spiral galaxy is a nice reminder that ol' reliable can still impress. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-11-3 18:33

Space Probe Captures a Creepy ‘Face’ Looking Out From Jupiter

NASA has released an image showing Jupiter with an eerie "face" on the surface just in time for Halloween.

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2023-10-31 21:35

Webb Space Telescope Captures Ethereal View of a Stellar Nursery

Among the James Webb Space Telescope's many scientific objectives are providing astronomers and physicists unprecedented looks at areas where stars are being born. These stellar nurseries are not only of great scientific importance, but they are also visually spectacular. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-10-13 22:32

National Geographic’s Space Issue Finds Humanity in the Vast Expanse

National Geographic's special Space issue is available now, full of amazing stories and images all about space. From articles about how the James Webb Space Telescope is rewriting astronomy and astrophysics to humankind's return to the Moon as part of the NASA Artemis mission, the NatGeo space issue has something for everyone with interest in the universe. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-9-30 21:48

What Camera Do You Bring on a Trip to the Edge of Space?

When making PetaPixel’s documentary about Blair Bunting’s U2 photo shoot at the edge of space (which you should really watch now if you haven’t), one thing we decided not to focus on was the camera gear. petapixel.com »

2023-9-18 17:59

India’s Aditya-L1 Probe Shares First Photos of Space On Its Way To The Sun

The Indian Space Agency (Isro) has shared the first-ever photographs sent by the country's solar observation mission as it makes its way toward the Sun. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2023-9-12 15:59

The Best Articles We’ve Featured On UFOs And Space Projects

Recent congressional hearings about UFOs and UAPs have had X-Files fans screaming, "I told you so!" at every alien skeptic around. The topic is a polarizing one for most people. It could be years before there's any definitive clarity from the government. thephoblographer.com »

2023-8-10 07:00

Breathtaking Footage of 1,000 Lego Astronauts Flying to Space

Two cameras captured 1,000 Lego astronauts flying to the edge of space on a 3D-printed mini space shuttle.

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2023-6-3 17:19

Плод любви Atomic Heart и Dead Space: российские разработчики анонсировали космический ужастик

Команда разработчиков Horns and Hoovers Studio, основанная популярным стримером PoleznyiBes, анонсировала новый хоррор-проект под названием Vicious Red. ferra.ru »

2023-5-10 19:20