PHOTO: Rosetta Sends 'An Impressive New Perspective' On Comet
The European Space Agency probe has sent a new image of Comet 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko from about 77 miles away.
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Goosebumps And Gas: New Data From Rosetta Probe Describes Comet
We're learning more about the comet that a European Space Agency paired up with its Rosetta probe last fall. For one thing, it has "goosebumps" on steep cliff faces. It's also highly porous.
Long-Lost European Spacecraft Spotted On Mars By NASA Probe
The Beagle 2 Mars lander was lost in December 2003. Today, scientists confirmed their spacecraft was found partially deployed on the surface of the Red Planet.
Comet Lander's Big Bounce Caught On Camera
An orbiting spacecraft caught the Philae lander bounding on the surface of Comet 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko. The lander sent home some scientific data before its batteries ran out.
'Shirtstorm' Leads To Apology From European Space Scientist
As the Rosetta mission made history by putting a lander on a comet, one of its leading scientists drew wide criticism for wearing a shirt featuring lingerie-clad women.
Comet Lander Deploys Drill, But Could Lose Power Tonight
Fearing that Philae's batteries won't last past Friday, engineers are looking at possible ways to help it get more power from its solar panels. One ray of hope: Its comet is heading toward the sun.
Photo Shows Lander Sitting On Comet After Bounce-Landing
Before the Philae lander came to rest on the surface of a comet Wednesday, it bounced — twice. The lander weighs far less on the comet than it did on Earth.
Researchers To Attempt Robotic Landing On Comet's Surface
Putting a probe on a comet's surface would be a first for mankind. But it doesn't look like it will be easy.
Mars Probes Give Scientists Box Seats For Rare Comet Flyby
A "mountain-sized" comet known as Siding Spring will pass very close to the red planet, where orbiters from the U.S., Europe and India, hope to get close — but not too close — to the action.