The New Frontier: How Cislunar Satellites Enhance Space Exploration and Communication
Saturday, 10 February 2024 13:50
Bangkok, Thailand (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
In the vast expanse of space, the region lying between the Earth and the Moon, known as cislunar space, has become a focal point for cutting-edge exploration, research, and technological innovation. Cislunar satellites, orbiting within this dynamic space, are ushering in a new era of space exploration and telecommunications, offering fresh perspectives and capabilities far beyond traditional Ear
In the vast expanse of space, the region lying between the Earth and the Moon, known as cislunar space, has become a focal point for cutting-edge exploration, research, and technological innovation. Cislunar satellites, orbiting within this dynamic space, are ushering in a new era of space exploration and telecommunications, offering fresh perspectives and capabilities far beyond traditional Ear Europe's Space Technology Center Bolsters Power Infrastructure for Advanced Space Activities
Saturday, 10 February 2024 13:50
Delft, Netherlands (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
In an essential upgrade to its power distribution network, the European Space Agency's (ESA) European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) in the Netherlands has undertaken a significant infrastructure enhancement. Over four kilometers of heavy-duty 10 kilovolt (kV) cables have been installed beneath the site, marking a pivotal step in ensuring the robustness and reliability of power sup
In an essential upgrade to its power distribution network, the European Space Agency's (ESA) European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) in the Netherlands has undertaken a significant infrastructure enhancement. Over four kilometers of heavy-duty 10 kilovolt (kV) cables have been installed beneath the site, marking a pivotal step in ensuring the robustness and reliability of power sup Signal Ocean to make $10M strategic investment in Spire Global
Friday, 09 February 2024 21:22
Vienna VA (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE: SPIR) and Signal Ocean have announced a strategic partnership aimed at propelling the digitization of the maritime economy. This collaboration marks a significant step towards integrating cutting-edge technologies with maritime operations to enhance global security and transparency.
Under the terms of the partnership, Spire Global, a leading provider of space-base
Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE: SPIR) and Signal Ocean have announced a strategic partnership aimed at propelling the digitization of the maritime economy. This collaboration marks a significant step towards integrating cutting-edge technologies with maritime operations to enhance global security and transparency.
Under the terms of the partnership, Spire Global, a leading provider of space-base AST SpaceMobile's Space-Based Cellular Network to Support Government Missions Through New Contract
Friday, 09 February 2024 21:22
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTS), a trailblazer in space-based cellular broadband technology, recently disclosed its latest achievement-a revenue-generating contract awarded by a prime contractor on behalf of the United States Government. This pivotal development underscores AST SpaceMobile's expanding role in enhancing global communication systems through its advanced satellite network.
AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTS), a trailblazer in space-based cellular broadband technology, recently disclosed its latest achievement-a revenue-generating contract awarded by a prime contractor on behalf of the United States Government. This pivotal development underscores AST SpaceMobile's expanding role in enhancing global communication systems through its advanced satellite network. BlackSky Secures $50 Million Deal with Thales Alenia Space for Indonesia's First Sovereign Satellites
Friday, 09 February 2024 21:22
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
BlackSky Technology Inc. (NYSE: BKSY), a leader in real-time geospatial intelligence, has secured a landmark contract with Thales Alenia Space to bolster the Republic of Indonesia's Ministry of Defense (MoD) with cutting-edge Gen-3 Earth observation satellites.
This innovative partnership, valued at approximately $50 million, marks a significant leap forward in the deployment of sovereign
BlackSky Technology Inc. (NYSE: BKSY), a leader in real-time geospatial intelligence, has secured a landmark contract with Thales Alenia Space to bolster the Republic of Indonesia's Ministry of Defense (MoD) with cutting-edge Gen-3 Earth observation satellites.
This innovative partnership, valued at approximately $50 million, marks a significant leap forward in the deployment of sovereign New Study Uncovers Asymmetry in Solar Gamma-Ray Emissions During Solar Maximum
Friday, 09 February 2024 21:22
Lisbon, Portugal (SPX) Feb 08, 2024
In a groundbreaking study published in *The Astrophysical Journal*, researchers have unveiled unexpected findings regarding the Sun's gamma-ray emissions, particularly during periods of heightened solar activity known as the solar maximum. This research, spearheaded by Bruno Arsioli from the Institute of Astrophysics and Space Sciences (IA) and the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon
In a groundbreaking study published in *The Astrophysical Journal*, researchers have unveiled unexpected findings regarding the Sun's gamma-ray emissions, particularly during periods of heightened solar activity known as the solar maximum. This research, spearheaded by Bruno Arsioli from the Institute of Astrophysics and Space Sciences (IA) and the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon US Southern Command Leads Space Cooperation Dialogue at Third Annual Space Conference of the Americas
Friday, 09 February 2024 21:22
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
The annual Space Conference of the Americas, hosted by the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), has emerged as a pivotal platform for discussing the future of space cooperation and interoperability among nations in the Western Hemisphere. Army Gen. Laura J. Richardson, commander of U.S. Southern Command, emphasized the critical need for expansive thinking and swift action to stay ahead of adversari
The annual Space Conference of the Americas, hosted by the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), has emerged as a pivotal platform for discussing the future of space cooperation and interoperability among nations in the Western Hemisphere. Army Gen. Laura J. Richardson, commander of U.S. Southern Command, emphasized the critical need for expansive thinking and swift action to stay ahead of adversari World sees first 12 months above 1.5C warming level: climate monitor
Friday, 09 February 2024 21:22
Paris (AFP) Feb 8, 2024
Earth has endured 12 consecutive months of temperatures 1.5C hotter than the pre-industrial era for the first time on record, Europe's climate monitor said Thursday, in what scientists called a "warning to humanity".
Storms, drought and fire have lashed the planet as climate change - supercharged by the naturally-occurring El Nino weather phenomenon - stoked record warming in 2023, making
Earth has endured 12 consecutive months of temperatures 1.5C hotter than the pre-industrial era for the first time on record, Europe's climate monitor said Thursday, in what scientists called a "warning to humanity".
Storms, drought and fire have lashed the planet as climate change - supercharged by the naturally-occurring El Nino weather phenomenon - stoked record warming in 2023, making World's biggest flying lab comes to Asia on air pollution mission
Friday, 09 February 2024 21:22
Clark, Philippines Feb 9, 2024
NASA has kicked off a series of marathon flights in Asia with the world's biggest flying laboratory, in an ambitious mission to improve the models that help to forecast and fight air pollution.
Millions of deaths each year are linked to air pollution, and improving the ability to identify its sources and behaviour can lead to more accurate warning systems for the public.
Starting this we
NASA has kicked off a series of marathon flights in Asia with the world's biggest flying laboratory, in an ambitious mission to improve the models that help to forecast and fight air pollution.
Millions of deaths each year are linked to air pollution, and improving the ability to identify its sources and behaviour can lead to more accurate warning systems for the public.
Starting this we Scientists in UK set fusion record
Friday, 09 February 2024 21:22
London (AFP) Feb 8, 2024
Scientists in Britain announced Thursday they had smashed a record for generating fusion energy in the final experiment using the Joint European Torus (JET) machines.
Nuclear fusion is the same process that the sun uses to generate heat. Proponents believe it could one day help tackle climate change by providing an abundant, safe and clean source of energy.
A team at the JET facility nea
Scientists in Britain announced Thursday they had smashed a record for generating fusion energy in the final experiment using the Joint European Torus (JET) machines.
Nuclear fusion is the same process that the sun uses to generate heat. Proponents believe it could one day help tackle climate change by providing an abundant, safe and clean source of energy.
A team at the JET facility nea Next-Gen Weather Satellite Set to Enhance Global Military Operations
Friday, 09 February 2024 21:22
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 08, 2024
Space Systems Command (SSC) has announced the successful delivery of the first U.S. Space Force (USSF)-62 Weather System Follow-on - Microwave (WSF-M) Space Vehicle (SV) from Ball Aerospace's facility in Boulder, Colorado, to Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The satellite is set to undergo a series of comprehensive post-shipment tests and preparations, culminating in a scheduled launch
Space Systems Command (SSC) has announced the successful delivery of the first U.S. Space Force (USSF)-62 Weather System Follow-on - Microwave (WSF-M) Space Vehicle (SV) from Ball Aerospace's facility in Boulder, Colorado, to Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The satellite is set to undergo a series of comprehensive post-shipment tests and preparations, culminating in a scheduled launch Week in images: 05-09 February 2024
Friday, 09 February 2024 13:10
Week in images: 05-09 February 2024
Discover our week through the lens
Final flight of Muninn
Friday, 09 February 2024 12:55
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The SpaceX Crew Dragon ”Freedom” with the Axiom-3 crew inside as they undocked from the International Space Station on 7 February at 14:20 GM/15:20 CET. ESA project astronaut Marcus Wandt together with Walter Villadei, Alper Gezeravcı and Michael López-Alegría spent 20 days in space, conducting science and technology demonstrations in a mission that can be described as a sprint.
Marcus’s mission to the Space Station is called “Muninn” after one of the ravens of the Norse god Odin, complementing the Huginn mission of Andreas Mogensen, fellow Scandinavian, and ESA astronaut. Marcus was part of the first commercial spaceflight for an
Marcus Wandt returns to Earth after his first spaceflight
Friday, 09 February 2024 11:30
After 20 days in space, ESA project astronaut Marcus Wandt returned to Earth today at 13:30 GMT/14:30 CET, marking the end of his Muninn mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
ESA marks Women and Girls in Science Day 2024
Friday, 09 February 2024 08:00
We're joining the global community this weekend in celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. As part of our efforts to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers and space enthusiasts, we're featuring three young professionals working with us. Here's a glimpse into the projects they're working on, and stay tuned for their videos on ESA’s Instagram for a peek into a day in their lives at ESA.