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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 18, 2024
In a breakthrough observation, two of NASA's X-ray telescopes, the Neutron Star Interior Composition Explorer (NICER) aboard the International Space Station and the Nuclear Spectroscopic Telescope Array (NuSTAR) in low Earth orbit, have offered unprecedented insights into the enigmatic fast radio bursts (FRBs) originating from deep space. This observation, focusing on a specific FRB from a known
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 18, 2024
In a significant advancement for IoT connectivity, Mavenir, the forward-thinking network software provider, has announced the successful completion of a pioneering mobile data call in collaboration with Ligado Networks, a leader in Mobile Satellite Services in North America. This achievement marks a pivotal moment in the integration of Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) techno
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Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 18, 2024
In a groundbreaking study led by Professor Joseph Michalski of The University of Hong Kong (HKU), new light has been shed on the volcanic landscape of Mars, revealing a complexity and diversity previously unrecognized. This research, recently published in Nature Astronomy, delves into the mechanisms behind Martian volcanism and its implications for understanding the geological history of Earth a

Japan successfully launches next-gen H3 rocket

Saturday, 17 February 2024 21:29
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Tokyo (AFP) Feb 17, 2024
Japan's space agency toasted a successful blast-off for its new flagship rocket on Saturday, making it third time lucky after years of delays and two previous failed attempts. The next-generation H3 has been mooted as a rival to SpaceX's Falcon 9, and could one day deliver cargo to bases on the Moon. "I've been in the space industry for a long time, but I've never felt so happy before, a
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Washington DC (UPI) Feb 16, 2024
NASA said Friday it is seeking applicants for a simulated yearlong Mars mission. The second of three planned ground-based missions under the Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog (CHAPEA) program is slated for spring 2025. The mission involves four crew members living and working inside a 1,700-square-foot, 3D-printed base at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston.
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Washington DC (UPI) Feb 15, 2024
The White House confirmed Thursday Russia is developing "anti-satellite capability" but does not currently present an immediate threat. National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby told reporters the new development is not an active capability currently being deployed, and "though Russia's pursuit of this particular capability is troubling, there is no immediate threat to anyone's
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 16, 2024
In a landmark decision that propels commercial space ventures into a new era, Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (NASDAQ: RKLB), a pioneer in launch and space systems, has received the green light from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for a groundbreaking mission. This approval paves the way for the return of Varda Space Industries' in-space manufacturing capsule, marking the first instance the FAA h
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 16, 2024
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT), a global aerospace, defense, security, and advanced technologies company, has announced that its Pony Express 2 mission is ready for launch. This mission, originating from Littleton, Colorado, is a self-funded technology demonstration designed to enhance Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) capabilities through advanced space technologies. The
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Seoul, South Korea (SPX) Feb 16, 2024
SpeQtral, a frontrunner in the quantum communications arena, recently announced the launch of TarQis, a cutting-edge Mobile Quantum-Optical Ground Station (Q-OGS). This innovative solution is set to democratize access to secure communication via satellite Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), a pivotal move in the realm of cybersecurity. TarQis is engineered to work in harmony with SpeQtral's forthcom
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Potsdam, Germany (SPX) Feb 16, 2024
In a groundbreaking study, researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics, alongside colleagues from universities in Kyoto and Toho, have unveiled the enigmatic process powering the immense magnetic fields driving kilonova explosions and gamma-ray bursts resulting from neutron star mergers. This revelation, derived from an unprecedentedly high-resolution computer simulation th
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Paris, France (SPX) Feb 15, 2024
As the Sun inches closer to the apex of its magnetic activity cycle, the European Space Agency's Solar Orbiter has provided unprecedented snapshots highlighting a significant uptick in solar phenomena. These include more frequent and intense solar explosions, darkly spotted regions indicating sunspots, looping plasma formations, and turbulent swirls of super-heated gas. The observations mark a s
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Seoul, South Korea (SPX) Feb 16, 2024
In a significant stride for satellite technology, TelePIX, a South Korean space startup, has unveiled the TetraPLEX, a high-performance AI processor that promises to revolutionize the handling and analysis of satellite data. This processor, developed in collaboration with tech giant NVIDIA, boasts a groundbreaking 10 trillion operations per second, positioning it as a cornerstone for advanced in
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 16, 2024
The U.S. Department of Defense has marked a significant milestone in missile defense capabilities with the successful launch of five missile tracking satellites designed and constructed by L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX). These satellites were launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, under the auspices of the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Hypersonic and Ballistic Tracking Sp
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 16, 2024
In a groundbreaking initiative that could redefine how marine sensors are powered, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has introduced the BioLogical Underwater Energy (BLUE) program. This ambitious project explores the potential of marine biomass-ranging from dissolved organic matter and phytoplankton to zooplankton and even microplastics-as a sustainable energy source for ocea
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 13, 2024
In a significant stride toward enhancing global air quality understanding, NASA has embarked on a collaborative mission with Korea's National Institute of Environmental Research (NIER) and other international partners. The initiative, known as the Airborne and Satellite Investigation of Asian Air Quality (ASIA-AQ), aims to collect and analyze atmospheric data across several Asian locations. This
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