SpaceTech

Earth Spins Faster: July 22 Marks Second Shortest Day Recorded

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Summary:On July 22, Earth experienced its second-shortest day ever due to a slight but measurable speed-up in rotation. While most wouldn’t notice, this anomaly matters greatly for precise systems like GPS and space-time tracking. Why It Matters:Repeated acceleration events could force adjustments to timekeeping systems. Scientists believe shifts from seismic, atmospheric, and core activity may … Read more

NASA’s Psyche Spacecraft Beams Back First Close-Up of Metal Asteroid

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Summary:NASA’s Psyche mission has delivered the first-ever close-up images of a metallic asteroid, 16 Psyche, located in the asteroid belt. The spacecraft used advanced cameras to scan its surface and transmit data back to Earth. Why It Matters:This mission could unlock clues about how planetary cores form. It also lays the groundwork for future asteroid … Read more