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  Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 11, 2024 Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) has unveiled plans to reintegrate a previously flown Electron rocket's first stage tank into its production line, marking a crucial step towards achieving the first reflight of the stage. This move underscores Rocket Lab's objective to position the Electron as the first reusable small orbital launch vehicle globally. The company has achieved multiple successful recoveries of Electron first stages, employing parachutes to guide them back to Earth, landing in the ... read more |
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Japanese astronaut to be first non-American to set foot on MoonWashington (AFP) April 11, 2024 A lucky Japanese astronaut will become the first non-American to set foot on the Moon during one of NASA's upcoming Artemis missions, US President Joe Biden announced Wednesday. ... more  
Chinese Satellite Successfully Tests 3D-Printed Storage Tank in OrbitSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 11, 2024 The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) has achieved a significant milestone with the successful in-orbit operation of a pioneering 3D-printed storage tank on the Tiandu-2 sate ... more  
MDA Space Defines The Next Generation Of Robotics With New MDA Skymaker Product LineLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 09, 2024 MDA Space (TSX: MDA), a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has announced MDA SKYMAKERTM, a new suite of space robotics purpose-built to meet the diverse needs of ... more  
SkyFi and Enabled Intelligence unite to advance geospatial intelligence with AI-driven satellite imageryLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 Enabled Intelligence, known for scalable and secure AI data solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with SkyFi, a leader in Earth observation imagery and analytics. This alliance aims to en ... more |
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New Multidirectional Electron Detector to Advance Aurora StudiesLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 The enigmatic aurora borealis, known for its visual spectacle, is propelled by energetic electrons whose complex dynamics are not yet fully comprehended. Current tools used to study these electrons ... more |
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RTX's Raytheon completes critical milestone for VIIRS programLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 09, 2024 Raytheon, an RTX business (NYSE: RTX), has completed a major test milestone on its latest Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) sensor. The VIIRS instrument observes and collects global ... more  
From Miles Above, Satellite Data Helps Spot Hazardous Trees and Reduce Wildfire RiskLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 09, 2024 Preventing ignitions that can cause catastrophic wildfires requires focus, vigilance and the integration of ever-evolving technology. And as Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG and E) continues to ... more 
Chang'e 6 Mission to Include European Science InstrumentsSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 China's Chang'e 6 lunar mission is set to carry significant European scientific instruments, adding a layer of international collaboration to its ambitious objectives. The mission aims to collect sa ... more  
Climate warming endangers Antarctic meteorite collectionBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 09, 2024 Using artificial intelligence, satellite observations, and climate model projections, a team of researchers from Switzerland and Belgium calculate that for every tenth of a degree of increase in glo ... more |
 Microsoft to invest $2.9 bn in Japan AI push 
OpenAI's Sam Altman declared billionaire by ForbesSan Francisco (AFP) April 8, 2024 Sam Altman, the CEO of ChatGPT creator OpenAI, has become a billionaire, Forbes said Monday. ... more |
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South Korea to invest $7 billion in AI by 2027Seoul (AFP) April 9, 2024 South Korea will invest almost $7 billion in artificial intelligence by 2027 in an effort to become a global leader in cutting-edge semiconductors, President Yoon Suk Yeol said Tuesday. ... more  
NASA Unveils Comprehensive Space Sustainability StrategyLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 NASA has introduced the first installment of its Space Sustainability Strategy, initiating a comprehensive approach to ensure the long-term viability of space for future generations. This developmen ... more 
NASA Advances Solar Sail Technology for Future Space ExplorationLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 In a significant step forward for space propulsion technologies, NASA is poised to launch its innovative Advanced Composite Solar Sail System aboard Rocket Lab's Electron rocket from Launch Complex ... more 
Private space company, Taobao team up to test rocket-powered deliveriesSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 09, 2024 A private Chinese commercial rocket developer, Beijing Sepoch Technology Co, is exploring the use of reusable rocket technology for expedited delivery services in a joint research project with Aliba ... more |
Expedition 71 Crew Conducts Medical Exams and Spacecraft Maintenance Aboard ISSLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 Wednesday's activities for Expedition 71 aboard the International Space Station centered around biomedical research and space physics, engaging the seven-member crew in a range of scientific tasks a ... more 
Ariane 6 Set for Maiden Voyage with Robusta-3A Satellite AboardParis, France (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 Europe's latest heavy-lift launcher, Ariane 6, is set to embark on its inaugural flight, carrying a diverse array of missions including Earth observation, deep space exploration, and critical techno ... more 
Astrobotic Collaborates with LZH and TU Berlin on Lunar 3D Printing ProjectLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 Astrobotic, in collaboration with Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. (LZH) and Technical University Berlin (TU Berlin), is embarking on the MOONRISE project, aiming to implement 3D printing technology on t ... more  
Exomars 2028 and the Search for Life on MarsParis, France (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 Thales Alenia Space has finalized a contract with the European Space Agency (ESA), valued at euro 522m, to progress the ExoMars 2028 mission. The contract encompasses the Mars Entry, Descent and La ... more |
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NASA's Electrodynamic Dust Shield Enhances Lunar and Martian MissionsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 11, 2024 Defeating dust is a critical concern for astronauts and spacecraft heading to the Moon or Mars, prompting researchers at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida to refine Electrodynamic Dust Shield ( ... more  
Planetary Fates as Sun Transitions to White Dwarf Explored in New StudyLondon, UK (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 As our Sun ages and evolves into a white dwarf, the planets within our solar system face drastically different futures. While Earth's destiny-whether engulfed or spared by the expanding Sun-re ... more 
Georgia State's CHARA Array Adds Versatile Mobile TelescopeLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 A new mobile telescope has been installed at the Center for High Angular Resolution Astronomy (CHARA) at Georgia State University, enhancing global scientific access to advanced astronomical studies ... more  
Spectrum Advanced Manufacturing Technologies Announces Major Expansion in Colorado SpringsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 11, 2024 Spectrum Advanced Manufacturing Technologies (Spectrum AMT) is set to significantly expand its operations in Colorado Springs, reinforcing its role in precision electronics and assemblies manufactur ... more |
 
ReOrbit Advances ESA InCubed Programme with In-Orbit Demonstration of EO TechnologiesBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 ReOrbit, based in Helsinki and a leader in software-first satellite technology, is advancing to the next phase of the European Space Agency's InCubed programme. This stage, part of the UKKO project, ... more 
Iridium Secures Contract to Enhance FAA Network Resilience with L3HarrisLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: IRDM) has entered into a five-year commercial agreement with L3Harris Technologies [NYSE: LHX] to provide the Iridium Satellite Time and Location (STL) service. ... more 
Exolaunch Collaborates with HawkEye 360 for Satellite Deployment ServicesLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 Exolaunch has announced a multi-mission agreement to provide launch and deployment services for HawkEye 360, marking their first partnership aimed at advancing space-based technology and geospatial ... more  
NASA Expands Collaboration with Commercial Partners on Space Station Medical ProtocolsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 As the aerospace community expands beyond governmental boundaries, NASA is leveraging its comprehensive human spaceflight experience to guide the development of new commercial space stations. By wor ... more |
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Space Devices Ensure Health of Taikonauts Aboard Tiangong Space StationSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 11, 2024 The China Manned Space Agency recently showcased new devices aboard the Tiangong Space Station, essential for maintaining the health and safety of taikonauts in zero gravity. These tools have become ... more 
Zenno Astronautics collaborates with Faraday Factory Japan on space-bound superconducting magnetsTokyo, Japan (SPX) Apr 09, 2024 New Zealand headquartered space-flight systems company Zenno Astronautics (Zenno), a developer of world-first superconducting electromagnets for space applications, and Faraday Factory Japan LLC, th ... more 
UK Space Agency allocates 13 million pounds to international space projectsLondon, UK (SPX) Apr 09, 2024 The UK Space Agency's International Bilateral Fund is focused on supporting the UK space sector to work directly with international partners on exciting and innovative projects. It is funding, among ... more 
HawkEye 360 prepares dual satellite clusters for spring SpaceX launchLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 08, 2024 HawkEye 360 Inc., a prominent defense technology company specializing in space-based radio frequency (RF) data and analytics, has announced the upcoming spring launch of its clusters 8 and 9. This l ... more |
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