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Nasa-Rakete von Australien gestartet - AFP

Arnhem Space Centre Nasa-Rakete von Australien gestartet

Von Australien aus ist eine Rakete der US-Raumfahrtbehörde Nasa ins All abgeflogen. Es war der erste Lift-off von einem Privatgelände außerhalb der USA. In den kommenden Wochen sollen weitere folgen.

Nasa vergibt Millionenaufträge für neue Raumstationen - Nasa/Reuters

Baldiges Ende der ISS Nasa vergibt Millionenaufträge für neue Raumstationen

Die Internationale Raumstation ISS hat demnächst ausgedient. Nun lässt die Nasa mehrere Unternehmen an alternativen Raumstationen arbeiten – für eine kommerzielle Nutzung im All.

What's It Like Flying on Mars? - NASA / JPL-Caltech / AP

Interview with a NASA Helicopter Pilot What's It Like Flying on Mars?

Håvard Grip has recently flown the NASA helicopter Ingenuity as its chief pilot a half-dozen times on Mars. In an interview, he reveals the greatest dangers facing the aircraft and what we can learn from its flights. Interview Conducted By Christoph Seidler

Nasa räumt Fehler beim "Starliner"-Projekt ein - Joel Kowsky/ AP

Gescheiterter Boeing-Testflug Nasa räumt Fehler beim "Starliner"-Projekt ein

Nach dem gescheiterten Start von Boeings "Starliner" im Dezember hat die Nasa folgenschwere Fehler eingeräumt. Bei einem zweiten Test des Raumschiffs soll nun alles besser laufen.

Nasa-Mathematikerin Katherine Johnson ist tot - Jordan Strauss/ Invision/ AP

Raumfahrt-Koryphäe Nasa-Mathematikerin Katherine Johnson ist tot

Sie war eine der talentiertesten Mathematikerinnen der amerikanischen Raumfahrt. Lange kämpfte sie als schwarze Frau und dreifache Mutter um Anerkennung in der männerdominierten Branche. Nun ist sie mit 101 Jahren gestorben.

'Thinking About Distant Civilizations Isn't Speculative' - M. Kornmesser / ESA / Hubble / AFP

Avi Loeb on the Mysterious Interstellar Body 'Oumuamua 'Thinking About Distant Civilizations Isn't Speculative'

Astronomer Avi Loeb believes that the interstellar object dubbed 'Oumuamua could actually be a probe sent by alien beings. Given the evidence that has so far been gathered, he says, it is a possible conclusion to draw. Von Johann Grolle

The Bargain-Basement Rocket-Launch Bin - Rocket Lab/ Kieran Fanning

Making Space Affordable The Bargain-Basement Rocket-Launch Bin

In an interview, Rocket Lab CEO Peter Beck discusses his company's ambitious plans to tap the growing market for transporting satellites into space. He sees a bright future for his company and its launch pad in New Zealand. Von Christoph Seidler

'I Am Too Old for Mars' - GENE BLEVINS/ REUTERS

SpaceX Chief Engineer Hans Königsmann 'I Am Too Old for Mars'

The problems are piling up for Elon Musk, the eccentric billionaire behind SpaceX. Could the space exploration company one day jettison its embattled founder? We asked Chief Engineer for Launches Hans Königsmann to weigh in. Von Christoph Seidler

'It Is Only a Matter of Time Until a Big One Hits' - ESA Science Office / DPA

Ex-Astronaut Talks Asteroids 'It Is Only a Matter of Time Until a Big One Hits'

European nations are currently deciding the future of an international program to prepare for the threat of asteroid impact. Former Apollo astronaut Rusty Schweickart fears that a hit could wipe out intelligent life on Earth. SPIEGEL ONLINE spoke to him about his concerns. Von Christoph Seidler

Earth-Like Planet Discovered Orbiting Proxima Centauri - ESA/ Hubble/ NASA

Faraway, So Close! Earth-Like Planet Discovered Orbiting Proxima Centauri

European astronomers have discovered an Earth-like planet that is orbiting Proxima Centauri, our nearest fixed star. It's possible it has water -- and, with it, life. Von Olaf Stampf

Besuch den Mond: 10 galaktische Videos rund um den Weltraum

Was Astronauten essen, wenn sie Lust auf Tacos haben

Von The Daily Dot

'We Could Build All Kinds of Things with Moon Concrete' - AFP PHOTO / S MARTIN/ ESA-CNES-ARIANESPACE

New ESA Head Wörner 'We Could Build All Kinds of Things with Moon Concrete'

On July 1, Johann-Dietrich Wörner will become the new general director of the European Space Agency. SPIEGEL speaks with him about his dream of building a colony on the moon and the difficulties of traveling to Mars. Von Olaf Stampf

Europe Prepares First Comet Landing - ESA/ Rosetta/ MPS for OSIRIS

Fantastic Voyage Europe Prepares First Comet Landing

On Wednesday, astronomers with the European Space Agency will attempt a maneuver that has never been tried before. A probe from the spacecraft Rosetta is to land on a comet some 500 million kilometers away. The mission could teach us about life on Earth. Von Olaf Stampf

A Crazy Plan for a Mars Colony - Mars One

Ultimate Reality TV A Crazy Plan for a Mars Colony

It might become the mother of all reality shows. Fully 704 candidates are soon to begin competing for a trip to Mars to establish a colony there. Broadcasting rights are to fund the mission, but a return ticket is not part of the deal. Von Manfred Dworschak

'Death in Space Is a Cheerful Death' - Warner Bros.

'Gravity' Fact-Check 'Death in Space Is a Cheerful Death'

The movie "Gravity" depicts two astronauts fighting to survive while floating in the void of space. German astronaut Ulrich Walter explains what the film got right and wrong -- and what actually happens when you puncture your spacesuit. Von Olaf Stampf

Europe Eyes China in Space Race - AP

Shifting Constellations Europe Eyes China in Space Race

As America has reduced its space funding and capabilities, the European Space Agency has turned to the new rising power in space: China. Though obstacles remain, collaboration could one day take a European-Chinese crew to the moon. Von Kevin Holden Platt

European Space Agency Takes a Step into the Future - DPA / CNES

Europe's Cosmic Agreement European Space Agency Takes a Step into the Future

The European Space Agency has a new budget and member states have also set aside a bitter debate over the future of the Ariane rocket, the program's commercial workhorse. All sides are happy -- and Russia may even benefit from the deal.

A New Telescope Looks into the Birthplace of Stars - AFP/ ESA

Pan Am Astronomy A New Telescope Looks into the Birthplace of Stars

Astronomers have long had a basic understanding of how stars are formed. But observing and proving the theory has proven elusive. Now, a German-American project, complete with an infrared telescope mounted on an old Pan Am 747, is providing new insights. Von Olaf Stampf

Austrian Cave Sets Stage for Red Planet Voyage - SPIEGEL ONLINE

Mission To Mars Austrian Cave Sets Stage for Red Planet Voyage

Volunteers and professionals at the Austrian Space Forum are testing a prototype Mars space suit in a series of ice caves that provide conditions similar to those on the Red Planet. Humanity is still far away from a manned mission to the planet, but the enthusiasts here believe it will actually happen one day. Von Christoph Seidler

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