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Scout Space Selected by AFWERX to Develop an Efficient Collision Analysis Framework
Scout Space an in-space observation service provider focused on space security and comprehensive Space Domain Awareness (SDA), announced its selection by AFWERX for an SBIR Phase I contract aimed at advancing space safety and operational effectiveness. Under this contract, the company will develop a Collision Analysis Framework designed to bolster real-time spacecraft self-protection capabilities for…
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Lunar Vibes: The Need for Lunar Communications
It’s been said that access to space is more available. It’s been said that the unit economics are more reasonable for aspiring orbital explorers. However, the answers to the questions of where and why are still ephemeral for those not in a capital raise in our industry. Be it the proliferation of small satellites in…
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Thales and Pasqal Report Quantum Satellite Breakthrough
Pasqal and Thales Alenia Space have been using the power of quantum computing to make satellite technology more efficient and believe they have solved key satellite planning challenges through neutral-atom quantum computing. The power of quantum computing means the two companies can do more on this compared to classic computers. The two companies say they…
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SatVu Orders 2 Thermal Imaging Satellites from SSTL
SatVu has ordered two additional thermal imaging satellites from Surrey Satellite Technology (SSTL), HotSat-2 and HotSat-3. The satellites are both scheduled to launch in 2025. SatVu also announced on May 16 that the company closed a funding round. The company did not disclose the amount of the funding round, but said it will expedite the…
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NASA, Boeing further delay Starliner Crew Flight Test launch amid ongoing helium leak review
A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas 5 N22 rocket with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft on top as seen the day before its planned May 6 launch. A problematic valve caused the mission to scrub two hours before liftoff. Image: Michael Cain/Spaceflight Now Ongoing analysis of a helium leak on Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft forced NASA and Boeing…
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Rocket Report: Starship stacked; Georgia shuts the door on Spaceport Camden
Welcome to Edition 6.44 of the Rocket Report! Kathy Lueders, general manager of SpaceX’s Starbase launch facility, says the company expects to receive an FAA launch license for the next Starship test flight shortly after Memorial Day. It looks like this rocket could fly in late May or early June, about two-and-a-half months after the…
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ESA Funds Phlux Technology in Project to Develop 2.5 Gbps Free-Space Optical Satellite Terminals
Phlux Technology, a manufacturer of avalanche photodiode (APD) infrared sensors, Airbus Defence and Space, and The University of Sheffield have embarked on a 500,000 Euro project to build more efficient free-space optical communications (FSOC) satellite terminals. Funded by the European Space Agency (ESA), the project’s medium-term goal is to achieve reliable 2.5 Gbps communications with…
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Office of Space Commerce Places New Orders for TraCSS Program
NOAA’s Office of Space Commerce (OSC) placed new orders for commercial space situational awareness (SSA) data and services. NOAA placed orders with all companies participating in its pathfinder program COMSPOC, Kayhan Space, LeoLabs, Slingshot Aerospace, and SpaceNav. This is the second Consolidated Pathfinder order for the Traffic Coordination System for Space (TraCSS), which is a…
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Aerospacelab Begins Construction on Largest Satellite Manufacturing Facility in Europe
Aerospacelab, a fast-growing satellite manufacturer, broke ground on its future Megafactory marking a pivotal moment in its growth trajectory and laying the foundation for a facility which is poised to become Europe’s largest satellite factory. During a groundbreaking ceremony on May 16, participants included esteemed stakeholders including State Secretary Thomas Dermine, Minister of Defense Ludivine…