Tag: Ground
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Axiom Space Awarded $5.5 Million to Fuel Bold Orbital Data Center Initiative
The Texas Space Commission (TSC) has awarded Axiom Space up to $5.5 million through its Space Exploration and Aeronautics Research Fund (SEARF) to support the development and operationalization of initial Axiom Space Orbital Data Center (ODC) capabilities a critical step toward a scalable and resilient orbital computing architecture that supports a variety of national security,…
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Lockheed Martin-Built GPS III Satellite Launches into Orbit
The eighth GPS III space vehicle designed and built by Lockheed Martin successfully launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. It achieved signal acquisition shortly thereafter. Similar to its rapid response predecessor in December 2024, GPS III SV08 executed an accelerated launch call-up, shipping from its cleanroom in Colorado and undergoing launch preparations in…
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Pale Blue Successfully Operates the PBR-10 Water Resistojet Thruster in Orbit
Pale Blue has confirmed the successful in-orbit operation of the ultra-compact water resistojet thruster, PBR-10. It is also verified the soundness of the entire system. The propulsion system is an ultra-compact, water-based resistojet, measuring just 0.5U in size. Despite its small footprint, it delivers reliable and efficient thrust, making it ideal for CubeSat missions that…
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Rohde & Schwarz Demonstrates Future of Global Connectivity with 5G NTN Satellite Technology
Rohde & Schwarz, together with the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), SKY Perfect JSAT (JSAT), TMY Technology, Inc. (TMYTEK), and VIAVI Solutions (VIAVI), has jointly developed a new 5G non-terrestrial network (NTN) satellite technology aimed at enhancing mobile connectivity in remote areas. The collaborative team conducted a live demonstration at the World Expo…
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Infineon Launches Rad-Hardened GaN Transistors and First DLA JANS Certified GaN Device
Infineon Technologies introduced the first of a new family of radiation-hardened Gallium Nitride (GaN) transistors, fabricated at Infineon’s own foundry, based on its proven CoolGan technology. Designed to operate in harsh space environments, the company’s new product is the first in-house manufactured GaN transistor to earn the highest quality certification of reliability assigned by the…
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Intelsat Expands Satellite Connectivity with Solomon Telekom Company Limited
Intelsat, operator of one of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks, and Solomon Telekom Company Limited (STCL) are delivering improved cellular connectivity throughout dozens of sites in the remote Solomon Islands thanks to a broadened managed-services collaboration using Intelsat’s high-throughput satellite, Horizons 3e (H-3e). Additionally, STCL has appointed Intelsat to support the management…
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Iridium Partners with Syniverse to Expand Global Connectivity via NTN Direct Service
Iridium Communications Inc., a leading provider of global voice and data satellite communications, announced a new partnership with Syniverse, the world’s most connected company, to support the rollout of Iridium NTN DirectSM service with mobile network operators (MNOs) worldwide. Through this partnership, Iridium NTN Direct is integrating with Syniverse’s global platform, making it easy for…
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Apex Introduces Comet Satellite Bus to Advance Power and Cost Efficiency for Constellations
Apex, the world’s first spacecraft manufacturer to offer productized, high-rate configurable satellite bus platforms, announced Comet, the largest satellite bus in its product line. Comet, with a unique flat design, meets the needs of commercial customers launching high-power LEO missions, including Direct-to-Device constellations, as well as government customers requiring large aperture payloads. Comet delivers more…
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Momentus to Host Portal Space’s Inaugural On-orbit Demonstration Mission
Momentus, a leading U.S. commercial space firm specializing in satellite solutions, in-space transportation, and orbital infrastructure, has signed a contract with Portal Space Systems to provide hosted payload services for the company’s first on-orbit demonstration of its advanced flight computer technology. Momentus is committed to supporting the development and testing of next-generation space technology. Portal…
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Intelsat Secures Indian Approval for Direct Broadcast Services
Intelsat, operator of one of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks, became one of the first foreign satellite operators to receive approval from the Indian government to provide extensive satellite coverage directly to India’s broadcast media companies, a significant regulatory achievement that puts Intelsat on an accelerated path to offering new services and…