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University Team Proposes Retractable, Pressurized Tunnels for Martian Habitat Connections
A University of Michigan team has proposed "LATCH" – Lightweight Actuated Tunnels for Crewed Habitation – to connect Martian surface assets, reducing reliance on time-consuming EVAs and improving…
NASA's ERNEST Prototype Demonstrates Autonomous Navigation for Future Lunar and Martian Missions
NASA's ERNEST rover prototype completed a 16-mile autonomous trek in the California desert, showcasing advanced AI and mobility for future lunar and Mars exploration. This technology aims to enable…
July 4th Offers Stargazers a Rare Opportunity to Spot Distant Uranus Near Mars
On July 4th, Mars and Uranus will appear exceptionally close in the predawn sky, offering a rare chance to spot the faint ice giant. Learn how to find this unique celestial alignment.
Seismic Data Reveals Ancient Magma Oceans on Mars, Hinting at Broader Habitable Conditions
NASA's InSight mission data suggests Mars once harbored vast magma oceans beneath its crust. This discovery challenges assumptions about planetary habitability and tectonic activity.