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Here’s How We Go To Space Now
This morning, Elon Musk’s SpaceX program shot its third rocket into space. The Falcon 9 carries with it a Dragon cargo capsule and will deliver supplies to ISS astronauts not entirely unlike a 19th century freight train delivering mining equipment to California.
SpaceX Has Beamed Scotty Up To Orbit
After its launch yesterday, the Dragon capsule is now on its way to the International Space Station. But the Falcon 9 rocket carried something else too: the ashes of James Doohan, the actor who played Scotty in Star Trek.
Watch The SpaceX Falcon 9 Undergo Performance Anxiety With The World Watching
They say the first time never lasts as long as you’d want. Yesterday’s failed SpaceX Falcon 9 launch is no exception.
Engine Problems Delay Falcon 9′s Historic Launch
Before it could slip the surly bonds of earth and dance the skies on laughter-silvered wings, SpaceX’s Falcon 9′s early morning launch was unfortunately scrapped by Nasa today due to higher than normal pressure readings in its number five engine.
What Was The Secret Payload Inside SpaceX’s Dragon Spacecraft?
Did you know there was a very secret payload on board the Dragon spacecraft, the first private spaceship to reach orbit and return safely to Earth? SpaceX didn’t reveal what it was until today. The answer is deliciously funny.
Why The Dragon Spacecraft Success Opens A New Era In Space Exploration
The Dragon spacecraft is now the first private spaceship to reach orbit and return safely to Earth. It just splashed down in the Pacific Ocean, after a perfect mission. This is a huge milestone in the history of space exploration.
The First Private Orbital Spacecraft Launch
The SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket has launched successfully, carrying the Dragon spacecraft into orbit. Dragon is the first private spaceship in history. It would be able to carry seven astronauts to orbit. Watch the launch and the separation videos here.
