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May 13, 2017

Signs of Water Detected on Neptune-sized Planet

Scientists have detected a water signature on the atmosphere of a distant Neptune-sized planet that could help in exploring more about the birth and development of planetary systems.
A study shows that the distant planet HAT- P-26b has a primitive atmosphere composed almost entirely of hydrogen and helium.
Located about 437 light-years away, HAT-P-26b orbits a star roughly twice as old as our sun.

May 12, 2017

Massive Lava Waves on Jupiter's Moon

Scientists have spotted two massive waves sweeping across the largest lava lake on Jupiter's moon Io.
Taking advantage of a rare orbital alignment between two of Jupiter's moons, Io and Europa, researchers have obtained an exceptionally detailed map of the largest lava lake on Io.

May 10, 2017

Technology to Turn Any Surface Into Touchpads

Researchers have now developed a technology to turn surfaces of a wide variety of shapes and sizes into touchpads using tools as simple as a can of spray paint.
The technology, called Electrick, can turn walls, furniture, steering wheels and even toys into touch sensors.
The trick is to apply electrically conductive coatings or materials to objects or surfaces, or to craft objects using conductive materials.

May 07, 2017

NASA Captures Massive Galaxy Cluster

NASA's Hubble Telescope has captured a massive galaxy cluster which is located six billion light years away.
Made up of hundreds of galaxies, Abell 370 is located in the constellation Cetus (the Sea Monster).

May 06, 2017

South Asia Satellite Launched

The Indian Space Research Organisation has successfully launched India's priceless gift, ‘the South Asia Satellite’, from the second launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre.
The project, proposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to benefit all the countries from the region.
Launching aboard the Indian space agency’s rocket GSLV-F09, the South Asia Satellite or GSAT-9 is meant for providing communication and disaster support and connectivity among the countries of South Asia region. Its mission life will span 12 years.

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