Euclid 'dark universe' telescope captures 1st full-color views of the cosmos (images)

Euclid telescope captures 1st views of 'dark universe' | Space Quiz! What does STEVE stand for? | Astronaut Luca Parmitano the moon is, 'no longer a dream' Created for ceo.studentlike.spuniv@blogger.com |  Web Version November 7, 2023 CONNECT WITH SPACE.COM       Something amazing every day. SIGN UP ⋅   WEBSITE   The Launchpad Euclid telescope captures 1st views of 'dark universe' (ESA) Euclid's first test images were released at the end of July, but important as they were, these visuals barely scratched level 1 of this telescope's abilities. Now, the telescope is ready to get going on its primary mission: Mapping the dark, invisible side of our universe. Full Story: Space (11/6)  Space Quiz! What does STEVE stand for? Learn the answer here! Southern Taurid Erratic Vicinal Explosion Sky Trail Emanating Venus Excerpt Solar Transit Eruption Viscosity Easement Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement Astronaut Luca Parmitano the moon is, 'no longer a dream' (ESA/NASA) Space.com spoke with Parmitano regarding the state of new Italian aerospace firms, impressions on NASA's upcoming Artemis program moon missions, and close associations with the chosen astronauts slated to walk on the moon for the first time since 1972. Full Story: Space (11/6)  Skywatching Solar storm charges auroras and STEVE around the world (Gareth Mon Jones) Skywatchers worldwide were treated to a magnificent aurora light show over the weekend as northern lights were reported as far south as Greece and Turkey. Full Story: Space (11/7)  What is STEVE, and how is it different from the aurora? (Ami Bornstein via Getty Images) The aurora might be the most famous atmospheric phenomenon in our night sky, but it certainly isn't the only one. If you've not yet been introduced, we'd love you to meet STEVE. Full Story: Space (11/6)  Spaceflight Europe wants a private cargo spacecraft by 2028 (NASA) The European Space Agency is looking to change the way it approaches space exploration and foster a commercial cargo return capability within five years. Full Story: Space (11/7)  Science & Astronomy Galaxies hide supermassive black holes behind dust walls (ESA / V. Beckmann (NASA-GSFC)) Greedy supermassive black holes blasting out powerful light may be hidden at the heart of star-birthing galaxies. The discovery could help researchers better understand how galaxies grow. Full Story: Space (11/6)  SpaceX SpaceX to launch its 80th orbital mission of the year tonight (Space.com / Josh Dinner) It will be the 11th launch and landing for this rocket's first stage, according to the mission description. The 23 Starlink satellites, meanwhile, are scheduled to deploy from the Falcon 9's upper stage into low Earth orbit just under 65 minutes after liftoff. Full Story: Space (11/7)  Technology NASA's SWOT satellite maps nearly of all Earth's water (NASA/JPL-Caltech) Over the course of its mission, the spacecraft -- which orbits Earth at an altitude of around 533 miles (857 kilometers) - will measure the height of water over 90% of Earth's surface every 21 days, documenting changes in global water levels. Full Story: Space (11/5)    Sign Up  |    Update Profile  |    Unsubscribe Privacy Policy  |    Cookies Policy  |    Terms and Conditions CONTACT US: FEEDBACK  |    ADVERTISE Future US LLC © Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, 10036