Cosmic Fireworks: NASA’s BurstCube Detects Monumental Space Explosion

BurstCube, a compact satellite, has recently detected its first gamma-ray burst, showcasing the capabilities of CubeSats in observing the universe’s most violent explosions. Despite challenges like a malfunctioning solar panel which may shorten its mission, the satellite utilizes advanced communication systems for data relay and offers crucial experience for the next generation of space scientists. [...]

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