Orbex patents Reusable Rocket Technology dubbed 'Petal Fold'
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 22:08
Orbex has achieved a significant milestone in the advancement of space technology by securing a patent for its innovative REFLIGHT reusable rocket technology. The European Patent Office and the United States have both granted patents for this cutting-edge technology, marking a major leap forward in sustainable space exploration. 
Designed specifically for micro-launcher rockets, such as Orb	  End of an Era: Final Delta IV Heavy Rocket Carries NROL-70 on Historic Mission
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 20:44
The last mission of the venerable Delta IV Heavy rocket, marked by the launch of the NROL-70 security payload, is scheduled for March 28, 2024, at 1:40 PM EDT from SLC 37, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. This event not only signifies the conclusion of the Delta Rocket lineage but also celebrates its rich history of achievements and innovations in space exploration. 
The Delta Rocket ser	  ESA targets Enceladus in ambitious mission to Saturn
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 20:44
The European Space Agency (ESA) has unveiled plans for an ambitious mission to explore Enceladus, one of Saturn's moons, as part of its Voyage 2050 program. This initiative, which follows in the footsteps of previous missions like Juice, LISA, and NewAthena, aims to investigate the habitability of ocean worlds within our Solar System. Enceladus, with its subsurface ocean, geysers of water vapor,	  France's Pioneering Role in Strengthening European Space Security
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 20:44
In the recent decade, the international landscape of space has undergone significant transformations with over 90 countries participating, commercial firms launching satellites regularly, and at least 12 nations establishing military space organizations. Amidst this global evolution, European countries, led by France, have intensified their focus on space security, aligning with their national s	  GMV Spearheads ESA's Mission to Revolutionize Satellite Navigation with LEO Technology
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 20:44
In a significant advancement for satellite navigation technology, the European Space Agency (ESA) has selected GMV, a global technology firm, for a pioneering mission. This 78.4 million euro project aims to demonstrate the potential of Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites for enhancing Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) services. Traditionally, satellite navigation systems have depended on Me	  Dedicated Satellite Set to Broaden Internet Access in Argentina
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 20:44
Astranis and Orbith Partner to Launch Dedicated Satellite for Argentina 
Astranis, in collaboration with Orbith, a Latin American Internet Service Provider, has announced a partnership to launch a dedicated MicroGEO communications satellite aimed at enhancing connectivity in Argentina. 
The initiative marks a significant step in Argentina's adoption of advanced technologies. The partne	  ASU student team's design selected as finalist for 2024 NASA-sponsored BIG Idea Challenge
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 20:44
Arizona State University's Luminosity Lab student team was recently selected as a finalist in NASA's Breakthrough, Innovative, and Game-Changing (BIG) Idea Challenge. The group is one of six teams selected by NASA to present at the 2024 BIG Idea Challenge Forum, Nov. 5-7, at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. 
The theme for the 2024 NASA-sponsored engineering competition, "I	  Comprehensive Space Infrastructure Collaboration between SatSure, KaleidEO, and ReOrbit Unveiled
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 20:44
In a significant move within the Earth Observation (EO) sector, Bengaluru's SatSure and its subsidiary KaleidEO have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Helsinki's ReOrbit, marking an important step in developing advanced full-stack EO solutions. This collaboration is set to revolutionize the EO market by meeting its future demands with a comprehensive range of services. 
Un	  Antarctic Experiment Pursues Quantum Gravity Proof via Neutrino Analysis
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 20:44
In an unprecedented effort to validate the existence of quantum gravity, researchers at the University of Copenhagen's Niels Bohr Institute have embarked on a large-scale Antarctic experiment. By monitoring neutrinos, nearly massless particles that travel undisturbed through space, scientists aim to bridge the gap between classical physics and quantum mechanics. 
The experiment, utilizing t	  CADRE Rovers Complete Crucial Testing Phase Ahead of Lunar Mission
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 20:44
In a significant advancement for autonomous space exploration, NASA's Cooperative Autonomous Distributed Robotic Exploration (CADRE) program has successfully completed a critical series of tests with its development model rovers at the Mars Yard of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Southern California. The test, conducted in August 2023, showcased the rovers' ability to perform collaborativ	  European Scientists Unveil Detailed Mars Map Ahead of Rosalind Franklin Rover Mission
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 20:44
In a major effort, European researchers have completed the most comprehensive geological survey of Mars' Oxia Planum, the designated landing site for the European Space Agency's (ESA) ambitious Rosalind Franklin rover. This map, crafted with four years of meticulous study, charts fifteen distinct geological units, setting the stage for the rover's exploratory mission aimed at uncovering the secr	  Space Force chief: U.S. intelligence is top-notch, but more insights needed on space domain
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 19:29

Watch a real-time map of Starlink satellites orbiting Earth
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 18:45

In an effort to enhance the educational outreach of their Starlink constellation, SpaceX has an interactive global map of their Starlink internet satellites, which provides live coverage of every satellite in orbit around the Earth.
This interactive map comes as SpaceX continues to launch Starlink satellites into orbit on a near-weekly basis with the goal of providing customers around the world with high-speed internet while specifically targeting rural regions of the globe. In 2022, Starlink officially reached all seven continents after Starlink service became available in Antarctica. Additionally, SpaceX announced in 2023 a partnership with T-Mobiel for Starlink to provide mobile coverage, as well.
Within this interactive map, users can opt to see live satellite coverage or rewind and fast-forward their respective orbital speeds. Scrolling your mouse will highlight each satellite, and clicking on them will produce their individual satellite information and orbital trajectory, enabling the user to see if a particular satellite will pass over their location.
NASA selects first lunar instruments for Artemis astronaut deployment
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 18:43
NASA has chosen the first science instruments designed for astronauts to deploy on the surface of the moon during Artemis III. Once installed near the lunar South Pole, the three instruments will collect valuable scientific data about the lunar environment, the lunar interior, and how to sustain a long-duration human presence on the moon, which will help prepare NASA to send astronauts to Mars.
"Artemis marks a bold new era of exploration, where human presence amplifies scientific discovery. With these innovative instruments stationed on the moon's surface, we're embarking on a transformative journey that will kick-start the ability to conduct human-machine teaming—an entirely new way of doing science," said NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy.
"These three deployed instruments were chosen to begin scientific investigations that will address key moon to Mars science objectives."
The instruments will address three Artemis science objectives: understanding planetary processes, understanding the character and origin of lunar polar volatiles, and investigating and mitigating exploration risks.
NASA's Europa clipper survives and thrives in 'outer space on Earth'
Wednesday, 27 March 2024 18:39
In less than six months, NASA is set to launch Europa Clipper on a 1.6-billion-mile (2.6-billion-kilometer) voyage to Jupiter's ocean moon Europa. From the wild vibrations of the rocket ride to the intense heat and cold of space to the punishing radiation of Jupiter, it will be a journey of extremes. The spacecraft was recently put through a series of hard-core tests at the agency's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California to ensure it's up to the challenge.
