Aerospace Engineering

NASA's Roman Space Telescope may operate for over two decades, more than double its planned mission, due to precise maneuvers and extra fuel.

SpaceX's 13th Starship test flight achieved an intact ocean splashdown, providing critical heat shield data and paving the way for a potential tower catch on the next mission.

MIT engineers have developed a new spacecraft propulsion system that combines chemical and electric thrusters using a single, specialized fuel, potentially enabling small satellites to reach Mars.

SpaceX successfully launched a prototype of its Starship rocket, a pivotal moment for the company's ambitious orbital flight goals. This significant test includ...

Falling space debris is an increasing risk as stronger, more heat-resistant spacecraft materials prevent complete atmospheric burn-up, leading to more objects reaching Earth's surface.