Space agencies mull over mutual mission to Europa

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Researchers and agency officials stated that space-based X-ray observatory should be built as joint ventures between NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) over a decade. NASA already has a mission in the design stage that would use a cluster of X-ray satellites to study dark matter and high-energy astronomical sources.

Europe, Government domestic functions, Joint ventures, Financial management, International Affairs, European Space Agency, Finance, Company joint venture, Company financing, Aims and objectives, Space policy

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Science squeezed by NASA focus on exploration

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President George W. Bush's Moon-Mars programme marches onwards in his 2006 budget request for NASA. The proposal includes sharp funding increases for a new Crew Exploration Vehicle and robotic lunar missions to pave the way for future human travel in space.

Management dynamics, Management, Usage, Equipment and supplies, Company business management, Launch vehicles (Astronautics)

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Infrared observatory prepares for lift-off

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NASA is planning to launch its new Space Infrared Telescope Facility (SIRTF) from Delta rocket of Cape Canaveral, Florida on April 18. The features and advantages of this new space telescope are presented.

Planning, Buildings and facilities, Company business planning, Space telescopes

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