Tag: Satellite
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AnySignal and Vast Space Collaborate on Next Gen Space Communication Technologies
AnySignal, one of the leading technology companies building a radiofrequency (RF) connectivity and sensing platform, has announced that it has partnered with Vast, a pioneer in space habitation technologies. This strategic collaboration includes the development of an advanced space communication system for Vast’s upcoming Haven-1 space station, underscoring the commitment of both companies to shaping…
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First Ariane 6 Core Stages Shipped to Europe’s Spaceport
The stages that make up the central core of Europe’s new rocket, Ariane 6, have left mainland Europe and are heading towards Europe’s spaceport in French Guiana. Shipping across the Atlantic, the main stage and upper stage were loaded into the purpose-built hybrid sailing ship Canopée at the harbors of Bremen, Germany, and Le Havre,…
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True Anomaly’s First Autonomous Orbital Vehicles Ready for Launch
True Anomaly is thrilled to share that our first two Jackal autonomous orbital vehicles (AOVs) have arrived at Vandenberg Space Force Base and completed functional testing, fueling, and mating to the SpaceX Falcon 9 Rideshare plate. The satellites are officially ready for launch as part of SpaceX’s Transporter-10 mission no earlier than March 2024. “What…
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Redwire Technology Crucial for Advancing NASA’s Ocean and Atmosphere Observation Mission
Redwire Space, one of the leading aerospace technology companies, has contributed essential hardware for NASA’s PACE satellite mission. The PACE satellite lifted off from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida on February 6. The launch of this mission will expand humanity’s understanding of ocean health, air quality, and climate and the interactions between the ocean, clouds,…
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Ax-3 Astronauts Conclude All-European Commercial Mission with Successful Splashdown
After undocking from the International Space Station (ISS) on Wednesday, Feb. 7, the Axiom Mission 3 (Ax-3) crew safely splashed down off the coast of Florida aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft at 8:30 a.m. ET on Feb. 9, 2024. The Ax-3 crew’s return officially concludes the first all-European commercial astronaut mission and Axiom Space’s third…
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First Edition of the Space Debris Conference Debuts in Riyadh
The inaugural Space Debris Conference commenced in Riyadh, focusing on the pivotal theme of “Towards Securing the Future of the Global Space Economy.” Hosted by the Saudi Space Agency and partnered with the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) and the Communications and Space Technology Commission, the event gathered over 400 experts, 70…
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NASA’s DSN Experimental Antenna Enables New Space Exploration Capabilities
NASA’s Deep Space Network (DSN)’s experimental antenna has recently received radio frequency and near-infrared laser signals from NASA’s Psyche spacecraft as it travels through deep space. This shows that the giant dish antennas of NASA’s Deep Space Network (DSN), which communicate with spacecraft via radio waves, can be retrofitted for optical, or laser, communications. By…
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Vast Selects TRL11 to Provide Full Motion Onboard Video for HAVEN-1 Space Station
Vast, a pioneer in space habitation technologies, has selected TRL11 to build its onboard video solutions for its Haven-1 space station. TRL11 will equip Haven-1 inside and outside the vehicle with its Fovea Space Cameras and SAVER (Space Aware Video Edge-computer Recorder) Platforms. The system plans to capture and stream dynamic scenes essential for space…
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Pale Blue Receives Grant by MEXT to Develop Propulsion Systems for Space Debris Mitigation
Pale Blue has been awarded a grant by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) under the Small and Business Innovation Research 3 (SBIR-3) program to develop and demonstrate key technology for space debris mitigation. The grant is worth up to USD 27 million (JPY 4 billion) and will enable the development…
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CSL’s New Satellite to Provide Critical Connectivity for Remote Environments
CSL, Critical IoT Connectivity experts, announced the launch of CSL Satellite. CSL Satellite provides Critical Connectivity to remote or challenging environments, where mobile or fixed broadband options are unavailable or unreliable. This resilient, encrypted Critical Connectivity is provided via Starlink’s constellation of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, along with CSL’s managed service which includes 24/7…