Ares I-X in the Vehicle Assembly Building

For the first time in more than a quarter-century, a new space vehicle stands ready in NASA Kennedy Space Center's Vehicle Assembly Building in Florida. The final segments of the Ares I-X rocket, including the simulated crew module and launch abort system, were stacked on Aug. 13 on a mobile launcher platform, completing the 327-foot launch vehicle and providing the first entire look of Ares I-X’s distinctive shape. The Ares I-X flight test is targeted for Oct. 31. (Source: NASA)

The Hubble Ultra Deep Field

For over ten days, the Hubble Telescope observed a seemingly empty sector of the sky. The result was a view of 10,000 galaxies in an image known as the Hubble Ultra Deep Field image.

Endeavour Landing

Space shuttle Endeavour touches down at Kennedy Space Center in Florida on 7/31/2009 piloted by Commander Mark Polansky.

NASA's Ares Quarterly Progress Report

This Ares Quarterly Progress Report, originally released to the public June 1, 2009, includes progress updates on:

• Dynamic Test Stand modifications
• First stage main parachute cluster drop testing
• Upper stage manufacturing facilities and tooling
• Chemical steam generator testing
• Test Stand A-3 Construction Progress

A Tale of Two Rovers

The Mars Exploration Rovers "Spirit" and "Opportunity" were sent to Mars for what was planned to be a 90 day mission. 5 years later they are still roving the surface of Mars, making new discoveries almost every day. This video celebrates the extraordinary success of these "Intrepid Explorers".

NASA International Space Station Tour

NASA astronaut Mike Fincke takes you on a tour of the International Space Station.

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