New air-breathing spacecraft enhances Earth observation and communication capabilities
Friday, 10 May 2024 22:23
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London, UK (SPX) May 10, 2024
The University of Surrey is pioneering a novel approach for powering low-orbit spacecraft using air as a propellant. Funded by the UK Space Agency, this initiative at the Surrey Space Centre aims to facilitate spacecraft operations at extremely low altitudes within the upper atmosphere.
This innovative spacecraft design is expected to advance Earth observation, climate monitoring, and sate
The University of Surrey is pioneering a novel approach for powering low-orbit spacecraft using air as a propellant. Funded by the UK Space Agency, this initiative at the Surrey Space Centre aims to facilitate spacecraft operations at extremely low altitudes within the upper atmosphere.
This innovative spacecraft design is expected to advance Earth observation, climate monitoring, and sate NASA chooses UF mission to monitor Earth's water and ice
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) May 10, 2024
NASA has awarded the University of Florida a $12 million mission called GRATTIS (Gravitational Reference Advanced Technology Test in Space), aimed at enhancing how we monitor Earth's water and ice movements. This was the only project selected from a national call for submissions.
"GRATTIS will utilize advanced sensors to measure minute gravitational variations from space, aiding in the tra
NASA has awarded the University of Florida a $12 million mission called GRATTIS (Gravitational Reference Advanced Technology Test in Space), aimed at enhancing how we monitor Earth's water and ice movements. This was the only project selected from a national call for submissions.
"GRATTIS will utilize advanced sensors to measure minute gravitational variations from space, aiding in the tra NASA Grants Licenses for Advanced 3D-Printable Superalloy to American Firms
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) May 10, 2024
NASA has entered a new phase of economic impact by licensing an advanced superalloy, named GRX-810, to four US companies. This move leverages NASA's research and development investments funded by taxpayers.
GRX-810, a superalloy designed for the demanding conditions of aerospace environments, promises enhanced durability and strength for parts used in airplanes and spacecraft, potentially
NASA has entered a new phase of economic impact by licensing an advanced superalloy, named GRX-810, to four US companies. This move leverages NASA's research and development investments funded by taxpayers.
GRX-810, a superalloy designed for the demanding conditions of aerospace environments, promises enhanced durability and strength for parts used in airplanes and spacecraft, potentially China launches communication test satellites into medium-Earth orbit
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Sydney, Australia (SPX) May 09, 2024
China successfully launched two experimental communication satellites, Smart SkyNet 1A and 1B, into medium-Earth orbit using a Long March 3B carrier rocket. The launch took place at 9:43 am from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan province. This event marks the 21st space launch in China this year and the 521st flight in the Long March rocket series.
The satellites, developed by
China successfully launched two experimental communication satellites, Smart SkyNet 1A and 1B, into medium-Earth orbit using a Long March 3B carrier rocket. The launch took place at 9:43 am from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan province. This event marks the 21st space launch in China this year and the 521st flight in the Long March rocket series.
The satellites, developed by Torch.AI Introduces Firefly Earth Observation Capability for Enhanced National Security
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Kansas City KS (SPX) May 09, 2024
Torch.AI has unveiled its latest development, the Firefly Earth Observation (EO) capability, now integrated within its existing satellite network as part of the HALO Autonomous Fusion platform. This advancement enhances the company's support for defense and intelligence operations, crucial to national security.
The Firefly module utilizes a network of satellite sensors, which aids in refin
Torch.AI has unveiled its latest development, the Firefly Earth Observation (EO) capability, now integrated within its existing satellite network as part of the HALO Autonomous Fusion platform. This advancement enhances the company's support for defense and intelligence operations, crucial to national security.
The Firefly module utilizes a network of satellite sensors, which aids in refin Serbia becomes latest country to join China’s ILRS moon base project
Friday, 10 May 2024 21:23
Defense space policy chief calls Russia’s space nuke threat “a thing apart”
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Pentagon space policy chief weighs in on disputes over battlefield intelligence
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FAA to begin environmental review of Starship launches from Kennedy Space Center
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Week in images: 06-10 May 2024
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NASA Field Geology Training Enhances Artemis Mission Support
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) May 10, 2024
In preparation for the Artemis missions, NASA staff including engineers, managers, and flight directors, recently engaged in a field geology course in Northern Arizona's volcanic terrain. This training is designed to equip the Artemis mission support teams with a practical understanding of lunar geology.
The two-and-a-half-day program mirrors aspects of the intensive training that astronau
In preparation for the Artemis missions, NASA staff including engineers, managers, and flight directors, recently engaged in a field geology course in Northern Arizona's volcanic terrain. This training is designed to equip the Artemis mission support teams with a practical understanding of lunar geology.
The two-and-a-half-day program mirrors aspects of the intensive training that astronau A perfect tidal storm: HD 104067 planetary architecture creating an incandescent world
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) May 10, 2024
In an eye-opening revelation, University of California - Riverside astrophysicist Stephen Kane was taken aback by the extreme conditions of a newly studied planet. Initial disbelief prompted him to reevaluate his data concerning the fiery world.
Kane discovered that the planet, situated in a distant star system, is so heavily dotted with active volcanoes that it appears as a luminous red o
In an eye-opening revelation, University of California - Riverside astrophysicist Stephen Kane was taken aback by the extreme conditions of a newly studied planet. Initial disbelief prompted him to reevaluate his data concerning the fiery world.
Kane discovered that the planet, situated in a distant star system, is so heavily dotted with active volcanoes that it appears as a luminous red o Evidence of atmosphere discovered on rocky exoplanet 55 Cancri e
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) May 10, 2024
A collaborative study involving multiple research institutions including NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the University of New Mexico, recently published in Nature, reveals that the exoplanet 55 Cancri e may possess an atmosphere-a surprising discovery given its harsh conditions.
The exoplanet, situated just 41 light years away, orbits its sun-like star at a close proximity that resul
A collaborative study involving multiple research institutions including NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the University of New Mexico, recently published in Nature, reveals that the exoplanet 55 Cancri e may possess an atmosphere-a surprising discovery given its harsh conditions.
The exoplanet, situated just 41 light years away, orbits its sun-like star at a close proximity that resul HKU scientists develop new method to detect universe's earliest stars
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Sydney, Australia (SPX) May 10, 2024
Astrophysicists from The University of Hong Kong have unveiled a new technique to detect the universe's first stars, known as Population III stars. These stars, primarily composed of hydrogen and helium, differ significantly from modern stars like our Sun and those forming today. Despite their massive size and high temperature, Population III stars were ephemeral and critical in the synthesis of
Astrophysicists from The University of Hong Kong have unveiled a new technique to detect the universe's first stars, known as Population III stars. These stars, primarily composed of hydrogen and helium, differ significantly from modern stars like our Sun and those forming today. Despite their massive size and high temperature, Population III stars were ephemeral and critical in the synthesis of