Tag: Radar
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Thales Alenia Space to Develop PRISMA Second Generation Satellite
Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed a contract with OHB Italia for the development of the PRISMA Second Generation Earth observation satellite for the Italian Space Agency (ASI). Scheduled for launch in 2031, the satellite will carry a hyperspectral instrument, built by Leonardo, featuring enhanced functional and…
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Unseenlabs Advances Space-Based RF Detection for Maritime Surveillance and Intelligence
Unseenlabs has developed a space-based radio frequency (RF) detection technology that enables the detection, geolocation and characterization of vessels at sea by capturing the electromagnetic signals emitted from onboard communication and navigation equipment. Unlike conventional maritime tracking systems that rely on vessel-reported information, the company’s passive RF technology provides independent intelligence, helping identify and monitor vessels operating…
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Firefly Aerospace Secures $13 Million NASA JPL Subcontract for SkyFall Mars Mission
Firefly Aerospace, a market leading space and defense technology company, announced a $13 million subcontract from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) to manufacture, test and deliver the aeroshell for NASA’s SkyFall mission to Mars, targeted for launch in late 2028. The SkyFall mission, managed by JPL, will deploy three heritage Mars helicopters to perform science…
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ISA Secures SPRCO SBIR to Enhance GEO Space Domain Awareness
HawkEye 360, the global leader in signals intelligence data and analytics, announced that the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (SpaceRCO) has selected Innovative Signal Analysis (ISA), now part of HawkEye 360, as one of three companies chosen to develop an adaptable radar-warning sensor for U.S. military satellites in geosynchronous orbit (GEO). The Small Business Innovation Research…
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Capella Space Enhances SAR Services for Persistent All-Weather Earth Observation
Capella Space is advancing its synthetic aperture radar (SAR) data services with high-resolution imaging capabilities designed to deliver mission-ready intelligence in all weather conditions, day or night. Leveraging a mixed-orbit satellite architecture, extended satellite duty cycles and sub-20-minute tasking confirmation, the company enables rapid collection of Earth observation data for government, defence, commercial and scientific users.…
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ICEYE Extends Wildfire Intelligence Coverage to Canada
ICEYE, the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space, announced the expansion of its wildfire intelligence capabilities to Canada, cementing the company’s position as a global wildfire intelligence provider and bringing critical tools to one of the world’s most wildfire-exposed countries. Canada has faced increasing wildfire activity in recent years, with the Canadian Climate Institute…
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Teledyne e2v Validates Space-Grade ADC for Radiation-Intensive Missions
Teledyne e2v Semiconductors has released new radiation test results for its EV10AS940, a 10-bit, 12.8 GSps, Ka-band-capable analog-to-digital converter (ADC) developed for demanding space payloads and mission-critical applications. These results give space engineers additional confidence when designing high-performance satellite communications payloads, synthetic aperture radar, or SAR, systems, space electronic intelligence platforms and advanced space instrumentation,…
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Rocket Lab Completes 10th Dedicated Launch for Synspective
Rocket Lab Corporation a global leader in launch services and space systems, announced it has successfully placed another satellite into orbit for Synspective, achieving a significant milestone as the tenth dedicated launch for the Japan-based Earth observation company with 100% mission success. This latest launch – Rocket Lab’s 12th of the year – drives home…
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Kurs Orbital Advances On-Orbit Servicing with the ARCap Rendezvous and Docking Module
Kurs Orbital is advancing on-orbit servicing capabilities through the ARCap Module, an autonomous rendezvous and docking technology designed to support satellite life extension, in-space transportation, orbital relocation, inspection and space debris removal. Developed to enable spacecraft to safely approach and dock with cooperative and uncooperative objects in orbit, the ARCap Module combines machine vision, radar…
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ICEYE Selected by NVE for Nationwide Flood Monitoring Service in Norway
ICEYE, the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space, announced that the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE) has selected ICEYE to provide a nationwide satellite-based flood monitoring service designed to strengthen hazard mapping, improve emergency response and enhance situational awareness during severe weather events across mainland Norway and Svalbard. Awarded through a competitive tender…