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Wednesday, 16 October 2024 20:39
ESA partners with D-Orbit for first in-orbit servicing mission
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Paris, France (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
span class="NL"> a href="http://www.dorbit.space" class="highlight">D-Orbit i /a> br> /span> ESA is advancing space sustainability through its inaugural in-orbit servicing mission, RISE. The agency has signed a euro 119 million contract with D-Orbit, acting as the co-funding prime contractor, to lead this initiative. The RISE mission will demonstrate the capability to safely rendezvous,
span class="NL"> a href="http://www.dorbit.space" class="highlight">D-Orbit i /a> br> /span> ESA is advancing space sustainability through its inaugural in-orbit servicing mission, RISE. The agency has signed a euro 119 million contract with D-Orbit, acting as the co-funding prime contractor, to lead this initiative. The RISE mission will demonstrate the capability to safely rendezvous,
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Wednesday, 16 October 2024 20:39
Zero Debris Charter gains global momentum
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Paris, France (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
The issue of space debris is a challenge that demands a coordinated international response. In a significant development, New Zealand and Mexico became the first non-European nations to sign the Zero Debris Charter, underscoring the growing global commitment to enhancing space safety and sustainability. "The Zero Debris Charter signals Europe's unwavering commitment to be a world leader in
The issue of space debris is a challenge that demands a coordinated international response. In a significant development, New Zealand and Mexico became the first non-European nations to sign the Zero Debris Charter, underscoring the growing global commitment to enhancing space safety and sustainability. "The Zero Debris Charter signals Europe's unwavering commitment to be a world leader in
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Wednesday, 16 October 2024 20:39
Q-Tech introduces first fully space-qualified multiple-output TCXOs
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
Q-Tech Corporation, a global leader in space-qualified crystal oscillators and frequency control solutions, has unveiled the QT8220 Series, the industry's first multiple-output temperature-controlled crystal oscillators (TCXOs) qualified for full space applications. Each QT8220 device provides two to four CMOS outputs, packaged in a hermetically sealed 32-pin Flatpack, offering substantial benef
Q-Tech Corporation, a global leader in space-qualified crystal oscillators and frequency control solutions, has unveiled the QT8220 Series, the industry's first multiple-output temperature-controlled crystal oscillators (TCXOs) qualified for full space applications. Each QT8220 device provides two to four CMOS outputs, packaged in a hermetically sealed 32-pin Flatpack, offering substantial benef
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Wednesday, 16 October 2024 20:39
Direct-to-device satellite connectivity trial successfully conducted in India by Viasat and BSNL
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a leader in satellite communications, has announced the first successful demonstration of direct-to-device satellite connectivity in India, in partnership with BSNL, the country's telecom provider. The trial took place at the India Mobile Congress, one of Asia's largest technology events, where Viasat showcased satellite-powered two-way messaging services. The
Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a leader in satellite communications, has announced the first successful demonstration of direct-to-device satellite connectivity in India, in partnership with BSNL, the country's telecom provider. The trial took place at the India Mobile Congress, one of Asia's largest technology events, where Viasat showcased satellite-powered two-way messaging services. The
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Wednesday, 16 October 2024 20:39
Gilat wins $15 Million in satellite communications orders
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Paris, France (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq: GILT, TASE: GILT), a global leader in satellite networking solutions, has secured around $15 million in orders from major satellite operators. The orders cover the company's advanced communication systems designed for GEO, MEO, and LEO satellite constellations, with delivery planned over the next 18 months. The new contracts emphasize Gilat's strong p
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq: GILT, TASE: GILT), a global leader in satellite networking solutions, has secured around $15 million in orders from major satellite operators. The orders cover the company's advanced communication systems designed for GEO, MEO, and LEO satellite constellations, with delivery planned over the next 18 months. The new contracts emphasize Gilat's strong p
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Wednesday, 16 October 2024 20:39
China sets ambitious space science development goals through 2050
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Sydney, Australia (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
China has launched its first medium- and long-term space science development plan, outlining a comprehensive roadmap through 2050 aimed at establishing the country as a leading space science power. The development plan was introduced on Tuesday at a press conference held by the State Council Information Office and jointly released by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, China National Space Ad
China has launched its first medium- and long-term space science development plan, outlining a comprehensive roadmap through 2050 aimed at establishing the country as a leading space science power. The development plan was introduced on Tuesday at a press conference held by the State Council Information Office and jointly released by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, China National Space Ad
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Wednesday, 16 October 2024 20:39
Contract secures build for ESA's Harmony mission
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Paris, France (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
ESA has awarded a contract valued at over euro 280 million to OHB in Germany to construct two Harmony Earth Explorer satellites. The mission aims to deliver important new data about Earth's dynamic systems, including land surface changes from seismic and volcanic activities, as well as glacier movements. Additionally, it will provide insights into the interactions between the ocean and atmosphe
ESA has awarded a contract valued at over euro 280 million to OHB in Germany to construct two Harmony Earth Explorer satellites. The mission aims to deliver important new data about Earth's dynamic systems, including land surface changes from seismic and volcanic activities, as well as glacier movements. Additionally, it will provide insights into the interactions between the ocean and atmosphe
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Ciseres AI satellites aim to revolutionize disaster response
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Paris, France (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
This week, the European Space Agency (ESA) launched the Ciseres project at the International Aeronautics Congress in Milan. Ciseres is a small satellite mission designed to speed up emergency response times by employing artificial intelligence (AI). As part of ESA's Civil Security from Space (CSS) initiative, the project aims to deliver critical updates to first responders and government officia
This week, the European Space Agency (ESA) launched the Ciseres project at the International Aeronautics Congress in Milan. Ciseres is a small satellite mission designed to speed up emergency response times by employing artificial intelligence (AI). As part of ESA's Civil Security from Space (CSS) initiative, the project aims to deliver critical updates to first responders and government officia
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Wednesday, 16 October 2024 20:39
Sidus Space receives FCC approval to expand satellite constellation in Low Earth Orbit
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Oct 16, 2024
Sidus Space, Inc. (NASDAQ: SIDU) announced that it has secured approval from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to operate a micro constellation of remote sensing satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). This regulatory clearance marks a significant step forward in the company's plan to broaden its orbital presence and provide versatile, cost-efficient data acquisition services through
Sidus Space, Inc. (NASDAQ: SIDU) announced that it has secured approval from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to operate a micro constellation of remote sensing satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). This regulatory clearance marks a significant step forward in the company's plan to broaden its orbital presence and provide versatile, cost-efficient data acquisition services through
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Wednesday, 16 October 2024 06:33
HydRON: Optical (laser-based) satellites for faster data sharing in space
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At the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Milan this week, ESA signed a contract for Element #1, the first phase of the HydRON Demonstration System. HydRON, which stands for High thRoughput Optical Network, is set to transform the way data-collecting satellites communicate, using laser technology that will allow satellites to connect with each other and ground networks much faster.
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