Tag: Solar Panels
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Dcubed Introduces ARAQYS to Redefine Scalable Space-Based Energy Solutions
Dcubed GmbH, a leader in release actuators, deployable space structures, and In-Space Manufacturing (ISM) technologies, announced its expansion into space-based energy systems with the introduction of ARAQYS, the power solution for space. With ARAQYS, Dcubed is positioning itself as the category leader in delivering affordable, scalable, and unlimited energy in orbit. After SpaceX, Rocket Lab,…
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Star Catcher and Intuitive Machines Demonstrates Power Beaming for Lunar Surface Operations
Star Catcher and Intuitive Machines have achieved a major milestone in lunar technology, successfully demonstrating power beaming capabilities that could support long-duration missions on the Moon. This breakthrough comes as interest intensifies around the lunar South Pole, a region attracting scientists, space agencies, and commercial innovators due to its potential reserves of water ice and…
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Intuitive Secures $8.2 M AFRL Contract Extension to Advance In-Space Nuclear Power Technology
Intuitive Machines, a leading space technology and infrastructure services company, announced an $8.2 million contract extension from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory’s Space Vehicles Directorate (AFRL/RV) to develop next-generation nuclear power systems for spacecraft and lunar infrastructure. Intuitive Machines is using the funding to accelerate readiness of compact nuclear power conversion technology that overcomes…
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Ascent Solar Ships Thin-Film Photo Voltaic Samples to Ocean and Space Tech Innovators
Ascent Solar Technologies, the leading U.S. innovator in the design and manufacturing of featherweight, flexible thin-film photovoltaic (PV) solutions, announced that it has delivered test samples of its thin-film PV technology to an ocean monitoring technology company, a developer of autonomous underwater vehicles capable of reaching anywhere in the ocean with a high degree of…
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Flexell and Dcubed Signs MOU for Solar Array Collaboration Between EU and Asia
Flexell Space and DcubeD announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2025 in Sydney, Australia. The agreement establishes a strategic partnership to explore future opportunities in space power and deployable technologies. By aligning their complementary expertise, Flexell Space and Dcubed aim to strengthen innovation and expand cooperation…
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Redwire to Supply Roll-Out Solar Arrays for Axiom Space’s First Space Station Module
Redwire Corporation, a global leader in space and defense technology solutions, announced it has been awarded a contract from Axiom Space, a leader in commercial space infrastructure, to develop and deliver roll-out solar array (ROSA) wings for Axiom Station’s Payload Power Thermal Module (AxPPTM), the first module for the company’s commercial space station. “As a…
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Boeing Accelerates Satellite Production with 3D-Printed Solar Array Substrates
Boeing unveiled a 3D-printed solar array substrate approach that compresses composite build times by up to six months on a typical solar array wing program from print to final assembly. This represents a production improvement of up to 50% when compared to current cycle times. Flight-representative hardware has completed engineering testing and is progressing through…
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NanoAvionics Serves 50+ Satellite Power Components to Repeat Constellation Customer
Kongsberg NanoAvionics, a leading small satellite bus manufacturer and mission integrator, has shipped more than 50 power system components to one of its repeat constellation customers. The delivery includes CubeSat electrical power systems (EPS), battery packs, and fixed and deployable solar panels. The undisclosed constellation operator, building its spacecraft in-house, is using NanoAvionics’ flight-proven power…
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Frontier Aerospace Pioneers Next-Generation Propulsion Systems for Space Exploration
Frontier Aerospace, founded in 1997 by rocket propulsion veteran Jim McKinnon, has a rich history in advanced propulsion solutions. It is creating the boundaries of in-space propulsion with its innovative TALOS (Thruster for the Advancement of Low-temperature Operation in Space) engines, designed to enhance the capabilities and reduce the cost of deep space missions. The…
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Mitsubishi Electric to Lead JAXA Backed Satellite Solar Cell Project
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced it has been selected as a representative organization for the technology development titled “Development of Domestic Solar Cells, Cover Glass, and Solar Arrays” under the “Development/Verification of Parts/Components for the Establishment of Satellite Supply Chain,” one of the technology development themes included in the 1st Phase of the Space Strategy Fund…