ESA shipping container's laser link to space
Thursday, 08 February 2024 13:50
ESA’s very latest laboratory extension is portable in nature: hosted within a standard shipping container, this ESA Transportable Optical Ground Station, ETOGS, can be transported all across Europe as needed, to perform laser-based optical communications with satellites – including NASA’s Psyche mission, millions of kilometres away in space.
Day and night cycle on the Space Station
Thursday, 08 February 2024 12:30
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As part of his Huginn mission, ESA astronaut Andreas Mogensen tested the Circadian Light experiment in his crew quarters where he sleeps. The light panel was installed above him and is designed to mimic the Sun’s light to give him a better day/night cycle, also known as the circadian rhythm.
Made by SAGA Space Architects in Denmark, the light changes colour over the day, turning on in the early morning to wake up Andreas to then turn a whiter colour during the day. Like the sunset, the panel changes into a more reddish colour before turning off for
Muninn Mission highlights
Thursday, 08 February 2024 08:15
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Highlights of the Muninn mission with ESA project astronaut Marcus Wandt, from the countdown to launch to his work on the International Space Station.
Enhanced US Space Maneuverability Achieved Through Northrop Grumman's Refueling Technology
Wednesday, 07 February 2024 21:29
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has achieved a significant milestone in space technology by having its Passive Refueling Module (PRM) selected as the first preferred refueling solution interface standard for Space Systems Command (SSC) satellites. This collaboration marks a pivotal advancement in in-space refueling technologies, catering to the nation's critical national security needs
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has achieved a significant milestone in space technology by having its Passive Refueling Module (PRM) selected as the first preferred refueling solution interface standard for Space Systems Command (SSC) satellites. This collaboration marks a pivotal advancement in in-space refueling technologies, catering to the nation's critical national security needs US Space System Command Selects LeoLabs for Critical Space Safety Initiative
Wednesday, 07 February 2024 21:29
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
LeoLabs, a leader in space situational awareness and satellite tracking, has been selected for the U.S. Space System Command's (SSC) prestigious Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Technology Accelerator Program (TAP) Lab. This selection underscores the critical role of continuous space monitoring in securing space domains and highlights LeoLabs' unique position in providing all-weather, round-the-cloc
LeoLabs, a leader in space situational awareness and satellite tracking, has been selected for the U.S. Space System Command's (SSC) prestigious Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Technology Accelerator Program (TAP) Lab. This selection underscores the critical role of continuous space monitoring in securing space domains and highlights LeoLabs' unique position in providing all-weather, round-the-cloc Rising Collision Risks in Sun-Synchronous Orbits Amid Satellite Surge
Wednesday, 07 February 2024 21:29
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
The strategic importance of sun-synchronous orbits for earth observation missions, crucial for both civil and defense applications, is being challenged by an escalating risk of collisions. These orbits, characterized by their paths over the Earth's polar regions, are increasingly congested due to a surge in satellite launches, posing significant dangers to satellite operators and global space op
The strategic importance of sun-synchronous orbits for earth observation missions, crucial for both civil and defense applications, is being challenged by an escalating risk of collisions. These orbits, characterized by their paths over the Earth's polar regions, are increasingly congested due to a surge in satellite launches, posing significant dangers to satellite operators and global space op China launches first two-way laser communication terminal into space
Wednesday, 07 February 2024 21:29
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
In a significant advancement for space-based communication, China has successfully deployed its first two-way laser communication terminal into orbit, marking a pivotal step in enhancing data transfer capabilities from space. This experimental terminal, developed by Shenzhen-based HiStarlink in collaboration with AdaSpace, a satellite maker from Chengdu, was launched aboard the Xingshidai 20 sat
In a significant advancement for space-based communication, China has successfully deployed its first two-way laser communication terminal into orbit, marking a pivotal step in enhancing data transfer capabilities from space. This experimental terminal, developed by Shenzhen-based HiStarlink in collaboration with AdaSpace, a satellite maker from Chengdu, was launched aboard the Xingshidai 20 sat Geespace achieves milestone in satellite constellation development for future mobility
Wednesday, 07 February 2024 21:29
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Geespace, a growing force in China's burgeoning private space sector, has marked a significant milestone in the development of the Geely Future Mobility Constellation with the recent launch of eleven low-orbit satellites.
This initiative positions Geespace alongside global satellite communications giants like Iridium, Globalstar, Orbcomm, OneWeb, and SpaceX, underscoring its capabilities i
Geespace, a growing force in China's burgeoning private space sector, has marked a significant milestone in the development of the Geely Future Mobility Constellation with the recent launch of eleven low-orbit satellites.
This initiative positions Geespace alongside global satellite communications giants like Iridium, Globalstar, Orbcomm, OneWeb, and SpaceX, underscoring its capabilities i Terran Orbital announces agreement with Shareholder Group
Wednesday, 07 February 2024 21:29
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Terran Orbital, a key player in the aerospace industry known for its satellite manufacturing capabilities, has recently announced a significant agreement with a group of its shareholders. This development underscores the company's commitment to enhancing shareholder value and improving corporate governance practices. The agreement, as detailed by Terran Orbital's leadership and investor represen
Terran Orbital, a key player in the aerospace industry known for its satellite manufacturing capabilities, has recently announced a significant agreement with a group of its shareholders. This development underscores the company's commitment to enhancing shareholder value and improving corporate governance practices. The agreement, as detailed by Terran Orbital's leadership and investor represen THAAD Localization Efforts Align with Saudi Vision 2030 Objectives
Wednesday, 07 February 2024 21:29
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) has announced the award of two critical subcontracts to Saudi Arabian industry partners, marking a significant step in the production localization of components for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Weapon System. This initiative is part of a broader Localization Agreement with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aiming to enhance the country's manu
Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) has announced the award of two critical subcontracts to Saudi Arabian industry partners, marking a significant step in the production localization of components for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Weapon System. This initiative is part of a broader Localization Agreement with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aiming to enhance the country's manu Scientists create effective 'spark plug' for direct-drive inertial confinement fusion experiments
Wednesday, 07 February 2024 21:29
Rochester NY (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Scientists from the University of Rochester's Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) led experiments to demonstrate an effective "spark plug" for direct-drive methods of inertial confinement fusion (ICF). In two studies published in Nature Physics, the authors discuss their results and outline how they can be applied at bigger scales with the hopes of eventually producing fusion at a future facil
Scientists from the University of Rochester's Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) led experiments to demonstrate an effective "spark plug" for direct-drive methods of inertial confinement fusion (ICF). In two studies published in Nature Physics, the authors discuss their results and outline how they can be applied at bigger scales with the hopes of eventually producing fusion at a future facil Intelsat Launches Inflight Internet Above the Arctic
Wednesday, 07 February 2024 21:29
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
In a landmark development for global aviation connectivity, Intelsat has announced its success as the first inflight connectivity provider to offer high-speed internet service above the Arctic Circle. This achievement marks a significant milestone for airlines operating intercontinental flights across polar regions, where connectivity has historically been a challenge.
Dave Bijur, Intelsat
In a landmark development for global aviation connectivity, Intelsat has announced its success as the first inflight connectivity provider to offer high-speed internet service above the Arctic Circle. This achievement marks a significant milestone for airlines operating intercontinental flights across polar regions, where connectivity has historically been a challenge.
Dave Bijur, Intelsat Spaceborne Computer-2 sets new benchmark for AI and ML on ISS
Wednesday, 07 February 2024 21:29
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) has taken a significant step forward in space-based computing by dispatching the third iteration of its Spaceborne Computer to the International Space Station (ISS). This event marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of high-performance computing (HPC) capabilities beyond Earth's atmosphere, leveraging commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) servers. The latest jou
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) has taken a significant step forward in space-based computing by dispatching the third iteration of its Spaceborne Computer to the International Space Station (ISS). This event marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of high-performance computing (HPC) capabilities beyond Earth's atmosphere, leveraging commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) servers. The latest jou Heritage ERS-2 satellite to reenter Earth's atmosphere
Wednesday, 07 February 2024 21:29
Paris (ESA) Feb 06, 2024
Throughout its 16-year working life, the second European Remote Sensing satellite, ERS-2, returned a wealth of information that revolutionised our perspective of our planet and understanding of climate change. As well as leaving a remarkable legacy of data that still continue to advance science, this outstanding mission set the stage for many of today's satellites and ESA's position at the foref
Throughout its 16-year working life, the second European Remote Sensing satellite, ERS-2, returned a wealth of information that revolutionised our perspective of our planet and understanding of climate change. As well as leaving a remarkable legacy of data that still continue to advance science, this outstanding mission set the stage for many of today's satellites and ESA's position at the foref