Tag: Launch
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EDGX Debuts First In-Orbit AI Computing Demo on SpaceX Transporter-16
Belgian spacetech EDGX has successfully launched its first in-orbit demonstration of STERNA, an AI-powered edge computer for satellite constellations aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-16 mission. With two hosted payloads now in orbit, EDGX enables real-time data processing directly in space, a critical capability for next-generation satellite constellations across commercial, governmental, and defence applications. Through STERNA, the company brings…
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CACI Supports NASA Artemis II Mission with Laser Communications and Sensing Technology
CACI International Inc., announced it has successfully enabled advanced optical communications and sensing technologies for NASA’s Artemis II mission, the first crewed flight of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft. “Artemis II represents the strength of American innovation and the power of partnership across government, industry, and academia,” said John Mengucci, CACI…
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Malin Space Science Systems Expands Modular and Custom Space Camera Portfolio
Malin Space Science Systems continues to advance space imaging capabilities with a comprehensive portfolio of standard modular space camera systems and custom-built scientific instruments designed for planetary exploration, Earth observation and mission-critical imaging applications. With decades of heritage in spaceborne imaging, the company develops cameras that combine high-resolution performance, robustness and mission adaptability across a…
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Astroscale UK Advances Orpheus Mission with Critical Design Review
Astroscale Ltd, the UK subsidiary of Astroscale Holdings Inc., has completed the Critical Design Review (CDR) for the Ministry of Defence’s Orpheus mission, marking a major milestone in delivering new UK capability in support of Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) thereby strengthening the UK’s long-term resilience in space. The Orpheus…
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Firefly Aerospace Partners with NVIDIA for On-Orbit Processing on Ocula Moon Imaging Service
Firefly Aerospace, a market-leading space and defense technology company, announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to enable rapid on-orbit processing in lunar orbit for Firefly’s Ocula Moon imaging service. As part of the collaboration, an NVIDIA Jetson module was embedded on high-resolution Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory telescopes and delivered to Firefly’s spacecraft facility ahead of integration…
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LeoLabs Launches Delta AI-Powered Threat Detection System for Space Security Missions
LeoLabs, the world’s leading mission partner for persistent Orbital Intelligence, announced the launch of LeoLabs Delta, its AI-powered, advanced threat detection and characterization system designed for U.S. and Allied national security missions. Delta replaces LeoLabs’ previous space domain awareness (SDA) solution, LeoGuard, by delivering more comprehensive, actionable intelligence. Built for the next era of space…
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European Investment Bank Provides €30 M Loan to PLD Space for MIURA 5 Rocket Development
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €30 million venture debt loan with PLD Space, an international space transportation company headquartered in Elche, Spain, to support the final development stage of MIURA 5, the company’s rocket designed to deploy small satellites into orbit. The operation represents the EIB’s first direct investment in small launchers for…
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Exolaunch to Launch Eight Satellites for JAXA on Rocket Lab Electron Mission
Exolaunch, a global leader in launch mission management, satellite integration, and deployment services, will deploy eight customer satellites on the upcoming Kakushin Rising mission led by JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency). For this mission, Exolaunch’s EXOpod NOVA deployers have been selected to provide satellite deployment services, supporting the safe and precise release of the spacecraft…
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SFL Missions Advances Scalable Multi-Class Satellite Platforms Portfolio
SFL Missions Inc. continues to expand its satellite platform portfolio, delivering cost-effective, high-performance spacecraft solutions across a wide range of mass classes, from nanosatellites to larger small satellites. With a focus on flexibility, scalability and mission adaptability, the company designs, builds and operates satellites that support diverse applications including Earth observation, communications, RF geolocation, scientific…
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Planet Labs Ships Three Additional Pelicans to Launch Site
Planet Labs, a leading provider of daily data and insights about change on Earth, announced the shipment of three Pelican satellites to Vandenberg Space Force Base in California ahead of their launch aboard the upcoming CAS500/2 rideshare mission with SpaceX. By launching these satellites to orbit, Planet will further expand the Pelican fleet’s industry-leading capabilities…