SpaceX Capsule Debris Survives Re-Entry: North Carolina Discovery
A recent discovery in North Carolina has revealed the surprising survival of space debris from a SpaceX capsule that visited the International Space Station. The 3-foot, 90-pound piece of charred debris was found on a mountain trail near Asheville, N.C., sparking interest in the resilience of spacecraft components during re-entry. This discovery underscores the need for further research into space debris behavior and management.
SpaceX’s Dragon Capsule Successfully Departs ISS for Earth
SpaceX’s 30th Dragon cargo capsule has successfully departed from the International Space Station (ISS) and is now on its way back to Earth. The Dragon capsule is expected to make an ocean splashdown off the coast of Florida, carrying over 4,100 pounds of supplies and scientific experiments designed for the microgravity environment of the ISS. This mission, known as CRS-30, marks the 30th cargo delivery mission to the ISS conducted by SpaceX under a Commercial Resupply Services contract with NASA.