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Jul 11

Integral challenges physics beyond Einstein

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Source: ESA


Integral gamma-ray observatory.
Image credits: ESA/Medialab

ESA’s Integral gamma-ray observatory has provided results that will dramatically affect the search for physics beyond Einstein. It has shown that any underlying quantum ‘graininess’ of space must be at much smaller scales than previously predicted.(read more)
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Jul 11

'Dirty hack' restores Cluster mission from near loss

category: ESA, Satellites, Probes and Telescopes, Space Technology Comments Off on 'Dirty hack' restores Cluster mission from near loss

Source: ESA


Cluster satellites study the effects of solar wind. Credit: ESA

Using ingenuity and an unorthodox 'dirty hack', ESA has recovered the four-satellite Cluster mission from near loss. The drama began in March, when a crucial science package stopped responding to commands – one of a mission controller's worst fears. (read more)

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