DLR is a significant organization in the space industry. Detailed historical information will be added soon.
This page is under development. Please check back for comprehensive history, mission details, and achievements.
Active Missions
0
Vehicles
0
Completed Missions
0
History & Development
Related Articles
Martian Moons eXploration Mission Successfully Launches to Investigate Phobos and Deimos
The Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) mission launched on October 20, 2026, from the Tanegashima Space Center, marking the beginning of a historic journey to explore Mars" moons Phobos and Deimos. This collaborative effort between JAXA, NASA, ESA, CNES, and DLR aims to achieve several firsts, including orbiting Phobos, collecting surface samples, and returning to Earth from the Mars system.
10/20/2026
Hype: 80/100
Mercury"s Contraction Accelerating at Unexpected Rate
New research indicates that Mercury is shrinking at a rate 10% to 30% faster than previously estimated, with the planet"s diameter decreasing by up to 14.5 miles over its 4.5 billion-year lifetime. This discovery has significant implications for our understanding of Mercury"s internal structure and composition.
9/10/2026
Hype: 60/100
Japan Achieves Milestone with Successful First Flight Test of Reusable RV-X Rocket Prototype
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has successfully completed the first flight test of its reusable RV-X rocket prototype, marking a significant step towards developing single-stage reusable launch capabilities. This achievement paves the way for future advancements in reusable launch services and has major implications for the broader aerospace industry.
7/18/2026
Hype: 60/100
Japan’s Martian Moons eXploration Spacecraft Reaches Launch Pad Ahead of Ambitious Mission
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency’s (JAXA) Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) spacecraft has arrived at the Tanegashima spaceport, marking a significant milestone in the mission to explore Mars’ moon Phobos and determine its origins. The MMX spacecraft is scheduled to launch on Japan’s H3 rocket in November or December 2026, with the goal of collecting samples from Phobos and returning them to Earth by 2031.
4/23/2026
Hype: 80/100