Tag: Launch Vehicle Platforms
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Rocket Lab Prepares Mix of NASA and Commercial Satellites for its Next Launch
Rocket Lab USA, a launch and space systems company, is preparing to launch a mix of satellites for NASA and commercial satellite constellation operators in the coming days. The mission, named Baby Come Back, is scheduled for lift-off between 11:30–13:30 NZST on July 18th from Pad B at Launch Complex 1 on New Zealand’s Mahia…
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ISRO Successfully Launches India’s Third Moon Expedition Chandrayaan-3
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced the successful launch of Chandrayaan-3, India’s third lunar mission, and a follow-on mission to Chandrayaan-2. Chandrayaan-3 was launched onboard a Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM-3) rocket, ISRO’s heavy-lift launch vehicle from the second launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on July 14. Chandrayaan-3, which was…
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Rocket Lab Signs Multi-Launch Deal with Synspective to Deploy its Satellite Constellation
Rocket Lab USA, a global company in launch services and space systems, announced it has signed a deal with Japanese Earth imaging company Synspective to launch two dedicated Electron missions. The new missions bring the total number of Electron launches contracted by Synspective to six. Rocket Lab has been launching for Synspective since 2020 when…
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Triton Introduces New Solenoid Actuated Poppet Valve for Rocket Propulsion Applications
Triton Space Technologies, an engineering design and manufacturing company that specializes in low-cost practical rocket propulsion systems has introduced a new solenoid-actuated Poppet valve for rocket propulsion applications. The TS-160S from Triton Space is a simple, high-pressure, high-flow, in-line valve that uses a brand new, miniature, 3-way pilot solenoid valve to actuate the main poppet…
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ISRO Announces the Launch Date for Chandrayaan-3 Lunar Mission
The Indian Space Research Organisation is set to launch Chandrayaan-3, India’s third lunar mission, and a follow-on mission to Chandrayaan-2. The launch is scheduled for July 14, 2023, at 14:35 Hrs. IST from the Second Launch Pad, SDSC-SHAR, Sriharikota. Chandrayaan-3 will demonstrate end-to-end capability in safe landing and roving on the lunar surface. It consists…
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Voyager Space Signs MoU with NewSpace India Limited for Collaborative Space Opportunities
Voyager Space, a global company in space exploration, has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), the commercial arm of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), to foster collaboration in spacecraft launch and deployment opportunities on-board NSIL’s Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) and Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV).…
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Final Ariane-5 Mission Successfully Launches Franco-German Satellites
Ariane 5, operated by Arianespace, lifted off flawlessly from Europe’s spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana, on July 5, 2023, carrying Heinrich-Hertz-Satellite for the German government and SYRACUSE 4B for the French Ministry of Defence. The Heinrich-Hertz-Mission is the first dedicated German telecommunications satellite-based mission that will be used to conduct research and to test new…
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PLD Space Secures Spanish Government Contract to Develop Micro Launcher
PLD Space, a European company known for its pioneering work in designing, developing, manufacturing, and operating the first privately-owned launcher, has emerged as the victor in the aerospace public-private partnership contract initiated by the Spanish Government. The contract aims to facilitate the development of a micro launcher (PERTE). PLD Space’s exceptional technical qualification, as evaluated…
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ULA’s Next Generation Launch Vehicles is Transforming the Future of Space Launch
United Launch Alliance is a US-based launch service provider specializing in providing reliable and cost-effective space launch services for a variety of customers, including government agencies, commercial companies, and international organizations. The company is committed to bringing the latest technology to bear to ensure mission success at the lowest possible cost and has successfully delivered…
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Rocket Lab to Launch Seven Satellites as Part of Upcoming Electron Mission
Rocket Lab USA, one of the global leaders in launch services and space systems, announced its next Electron mission will deploy seven satellites to space and include an attempt to recover the rocket’s booster after launch. The ‘Baby Come Back’ mission, Rocket Lab’s 39th Electron launch, is scheduled to deploy from Pad A at Rocket…