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Wednesday, 03 April 2024 13:53
Lockheed Martin Ventures Backs Helicity Space for Fusion Propulsion Advancements
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
Helicity Space, a trailblazer in fusion power for in-space propulsion and power technology, has garnered investment from Lockheed Martin Ventures, signaling a significant endorsement from the aerospace titan's venture capital wing.
Following a $5 million seed investment round in December, featuring contributions from Airbus Ventures, TRE Ventures, Voyager Space Holdings, E2MC Space, Urania
Helicity Space, a trailblazer in fusion power for in-space propulsion and power technology, has garnered investment from Lockheed Martin Ventures, signaling a significant endorsement from the aerospace titan's venture capital wing.
Following a $5 million seed investment round in December, featuring contributions from Airbus Ventures, TRE Ventures, Voyager Space Holdings, E2MC Space, Urania
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Wednesday, 03 April 2024 13:53
NASA and Boeing set new date for Starliner's first crewed mission
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
In light of a recent review of the International Space Station's (ISS) busy schedule, the first manned flight of the CST-100 Starliner, a part of NASA's Boeing Crew Flight Test, is now slated for no earlier than May 6.
This rescheduling is aimed at better aligning with the ISS's end-of-April activities, which include the departure of a cargo spacecraft and the repositioning of a crew space
In light of a recent review of the International Space Station's (ISS) busy schedule, the first manned flight of the CST-100 Starliner, a part of NASA's Boeing Crew Flight Test, is now slated for no earlier than May 6.
This rescheduling is aimed at better aligning with the ISS's end-of-April activities, which include the departure of a cargo spacecraft and the repositioning of a crew space
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Wednesday, 03 April 2024 13:53
With 10 on board ISS crew gets to work
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
The International Space Station (ISS) was a hive of activity on Tuesday, with its ten-member crew - consisting of five NASA astronauts, four Roscosmos cosmonauts, and one spaceflight participant from Belarus - dedicating their time to cargo operations, spacesuit upkeep, and a variety of scientific investigations. This day exemplified the collaborative spirit and scientific curiosity that propels
The International Space Station (ISS) was a hive of activity on Tuesday, with its ten-member crew - consisting of five NASA astronauts, four Roscosmos cosmonauts, and one spaceflight participant from Belarus - dedicating their time to cargo operations, spacesuit upkeep, and a variety of scientific investigations. This day exemplified the collaborative spirit and scientific curiosity that propels
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Wednesday, 03 April 2024 13:53
Rocket Lab set to launch dual-orbit mission featuring KAIST and NASA satellites
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 02, 2024
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (NASDAQ: RKLB) has announced the launch window for its upcoming Electron mission named 'Beginning Of The Swarm'. The mission, set to take off from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in Mahia, New Zealand, has a 14-day launch window beginning April 24th. This mission will deploy two satellites, NEONSAT-1 for the Satellite Technology Research Center (SaTReC) at the Korea Advanced Ins
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (NASDAQ: RKLB) has announced the launch window for its upcoming Electron mission named 'Beginning Of The Swarm'. The mission, set to take off from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in Mahia, New Zealand, has a 14-day launch window beginning April 24th. This mission will deploy two satellites, NEONSAT-1 for the Satellite Technology Research Center (SaTReC) at the Korea Advanced Ins
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Wednesday, 03 April 2024 13:53
Artemis 3 to include Space Lab's LEAF Plant Science Experiment
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 02, 2024
Space Lab has been selected to send its pioneering plant science experiment, LEAF, to the moon as part of NASA's Artemis III mission. This marks a significant milestone as Artemis III aims to return humans to the lunar surface for the first time in the 21st century.
The mission's focus is on deploying scientific instruments through the Artemis III Deployed Instruments (A3DI) initiative, ta
Space Lab has been selected to send its pioneering plant science experiment, LEAF, to the moon as part of NASA's Artemis III mission. This marks a significant milestone as Artemis III aims to return humans to the lunar surface for the first time in the 21st century.
The mission's focus is on deploying scientific instruments through the Artemis III Deployed Instruments (A3DI) initiative, ta
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Wednesday, 03 April 2024 13:53
Thales Alenia Space completes new version of Cygnus
Paris, France (SPX) Apr 02, 2024
Since the inception of the Cygnus pressurized cargo modules (PCM) in the early 2000s, designed to transport supplies to the International Space Station (ISS), there has been significant evolution in their design and capacity. Initially capable of carrying 2,750 kg and providing a volume of 18 m3, the Cygnus spacecraft, consisting of a Service Module from Northrop Grumman and a PCM by Thales Alen
Since the inception of the Cygnus pressurized cargo modules (PCM) in the early 2000s, designed to transport supplies to the International Space Station (ISS), there has been significant evolution in their design and capacity. Initially capable of carrying 2,750 kg and providing a volume of 18 m3, the Cygnus spacecraft, consisting of a Service Module from Northrop Grumman and a PCM by Thales Alen
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Wednesday, 03 April 2024 13:53
Ariane 6's Maiden launch to deploy Radio Interferometry Experiment for NASA
Paris, France (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
Europe is poised to launch its newest rocket, Ariane 6, marking a significant advancement in space mission versatility. This inaugural flight is set to carry a diverse array of missions, each with its distinct objective, ranging from Earth observation to deep space exploration and technological experimentation in orbit. Ariane 6 exemplifies the evolution of heavy-lift launchers, demonstrating un
Europe is poised to launch its newest rocket, Ariane 6, marking a significant advancement in space mission versatility. This inaugural flight is set to carry a diverse array of missions, each with its distinct objective, ranging from Earth observation to deep space exploration and technological experimentation in orbit. Ariane 6 exemplifies the evolution of heavy-lift launchers, demonstrating un
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Wednesday, 03 April 2024 13:53
Impulso Space inks deal with Relativity Space for comprehensive launch support
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2024
Impulso.Space USA Corp. has clinched a key contract with Relativity Space Inc., marking a significant step in its journey as a premier provider of full-spectrum launch services. This agreement cements Impulso.Space's role in the aerospace domain, showcasing its dedication to delivering end-to-end global launch solutions tailored for satellite constellations that demand high responsiveness and co
Impulso.Space USA Corp. has clinched a key contract with Relativity Space Inc., marking a significant step in its journey as a premier provider of full-spectrum launch services. This agreement cements Impulso.Space's role in the aerospace domain, showcasing its dedication to delivering end-to-end global launch solutions tailored for satellite constellations that demand high responsiveness and co
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Tuesday, 02 April 2024 17:20
Not in the path of totality? You can still watch Monday's total solar eclipse online
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Tuesday, 02 April 2024 18:29
Solar Orbiter prepared for 'worst-case scenario'
The ESA/NASA Solar Orbiter is approaching the closest point to the sun in its current orbit. It is an important time for the mission's science activities, and the mission control team at ESA is constantly preparing for any possible problems the spacecraft might face as it swoops past our active and unpredictable star.
Mission control to Solar Orbiter. Come in Solar Orbiter...
"It's our worst-case scenario," says flight controller Daniel Lakey. "If Solar Orbiter were to experience some major issue on board, and then we were unable to reestablish communications."
Solar Orbiter's close approach to the sun ("perihelion") is a period of peak scientific activity.
It requires flight control teams and flight dynamics experts at ESA's ESOC mission control center to carry out a series of highly complex operations.
If something goes wrong during these activities, the spacecraft could auto-reset itself into "safe mode."
In safe mode, the spacecraft's software restarts and only its most basic functions are reactivated. Teams on Earth then work out what triggered the safe mode, solve the issue, and restart more advanced systems like scientific instruments.
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