Before sending humans to Mars, NASA will first return humans to the Moon’s surface to test its technology and train astronauts.

A new method called Clio enables robots to quickly map a scene and identify the items they need to complete a given set of tasks.

Traveling to space is riskier than many extreme sports − an increase in private missions could mean more civilians taking that risk.

Nasa’s decision to prioritise the safety of the astronauts, and to work with another commercial partner in finding a solution, is a triumph of wisdom and caution.

The SpaceX-backed mission has no professional astronauts aboard.

Expired medications could pose a challenge as space agencies plan for long-duration missions to Mars and beyond.

Neural network controllers provide complex robots with stability guarantees, paving the way for the safer deployment of autonomous vehicles and industrial machines.

The spacecraft’s return has been delayed while experts study helium leaks and thruster problems.

The spacecraft’s return has been delayed while experts study helium leaks and thruster problems.

Ammonia could be a nearly carbon-free maritime fuel, but without new emissions regulations, its impact on air quality could significantly impact human health.