Tag: Space
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Meet the Arc spacecraft: It aims to deliver cargo anywhere in the world in an hour
A relatively new spacecraft company, Inversion, revealed its new “on demand” delivery vehicle Wednesday evening during a splashy ceremony at its factory in Los Angeles. The company said it is building the Arc spacecraft to provide a capability to the US military to deliver as much as 500 pounds (225 kg) of supplies almost anywhere…
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How America fell behind China in the lunar space race—and how it can catch back up
For the last month, NASA’s interim administrator, Sean Duffy, has been giving interviews and speeches around the world, offering a singular message: “We are going to beat the Chinese to the Moon.” This is certainly what the president who appointed Duffy to the NASA post wants to hear. Unfortunately, there is a very good chance…
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In their own words: The Artemis II crew on the frenetic first hours of their flight
How calm, cool, and utterly chill is the crew of NASA’s first Moon mission in more than half a century? Let’s start with Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen. “You know me, personally, I hope to take a very short nap on the pad,” he said. “There’s enough time built in there to have a nap. I’ve…
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Sen. Maria Cantwell releases report citing NASA whistleblowers’ concerns about budget cuts
Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., speaks during a hearing on legislative priorities for NASA. (Senate Commerce Dems via YouTube) U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., today released a report that quotes NASA whistleblowers as saying they’ve “already seen safety impacts” affecting the space agency, due to budget cuts that are canceling out previously appropriated funding. One whistleblower…
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What are Software-Defined Satellites and Their Role in Next-Generation Flexible and Reconfigurable Spacecraft?
The space industry has experienced a profound transformation with the emergence of software-defined satellites (SDS) which is a revolutionary approach to satellite design that emphasizes flexibility, adaptability and long-term mission resilience. Software-defined Satellites are equipped with programmable payloads, reconfigurable processors and software-driven architectures that can be modified even after launch. These satellites can adapt dynamically to…
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What are Navigational Satellite Constellations and Their Importance in GPS, GNSS and Satellite Navigation?
Navigational satellite constellations serve as the foundational infrastructure for global positioning systems (GPS), global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) and other satellite-based navigation technologies. By providing precise positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) services, these constellations have become indispensable across a wide spectrum of civilian, scientific and military applications. They guide aircraft, maritime vessels and ground transportation,…
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NASA showcases its latest class of astronauts — including a geologist from the Seattle area
Geologist Lauren Edgar waves during NASA’s introduction of new astronaut candidates. (NASA via YouTube) NASA has named the next 10 members of its astronaut corps, and one of those 10 is a geologist with plenty of space research experience who hails from the Pacific Northwest. Lauren Edgar — who regards Sammamish, Wash., as her hometown…
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What are Anti-Satellite Weapons (ASAT)?
Anti-Satellite Weapons (ASAT) are systems capable of targeting satellites to disrupt an adversary’s space-based capabilities. The rapid expansion of satellite technology has transformed outer space for both civilian and military operations. From global communications and precision navigation through GPS to providing critical weather forecasting, Earth observation, and defense surveillance, satellites are vital for modern society.…
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How Satellite Internet is Transforming Rural Connectivity?
Internet connectivity has become as essential part for serving as the backbone for education, healthcare, commerce, governance and everyday communication. Traditional connectivity solutions often fail in these areas because of high deployment costs, difficult terrain and limited economic incentives for service providers. The satellite internet emerges as a game-changing innovation, offering a scalable and efficient…
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60 years after Gemini, newly processed images reveal incredible details
Six decades have now passed since some of the most iconic Project Gemini spaceflights. The 60th anniversary of Gemini 4, when Ed White conducted the first US spacewalk, came in June. The next mission, Gemini 5, ended just two weeks ago, in 1965. These missions are now forgotten by most Americans, as most of the…