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Beyond Gravity joins MDA AURORATM supply chain with constellation computers

Aug 26, 2024 (SPX)

Under the agreement, Beyond Gravity will deliver 252 "constellation On-Board Computers (cOBCs)" equipped with integrated navigation receivers and antennas for L...

Cluster concludes with controlled reentry over South Pacific

Aug 26, 2024 (SPX)

This reentry is the first of its kind, known as a "targeted reentry," and demonstrates ESA's leadership in sustainable space exploration by exceeding internatio...

How students learn to fly NASA's IXPE spacecraft

Aug 22, 2024 (SPX)

"Copy that, thank you," Alexander Pichler replies. The two are now in contact with NASA's IXPE (Imaging X-Ray Polarimeter Explorer) spacecraft, transmitting sci...

Astroscale Japan to lead Phase II of JAXA's Space Debris Removal Initiative

Aug 22, 2024 (SPX)

The CRD2 program targets the removal of an unprepared Japanese upper stage rocket body, addressing the growing and serious problem of space debris. These unprep...

New antenna design could pave the way for advanced 6G satellite networks

Aug 22, 2024 (SPX)

Traditional multi-beam antennas in VHTS systems typically operate in the Ka-band and are used for extensive area coverage, employing a 7-color frequency reuse s...

Compact Spherical Air Bearings Streamline Satellite Attitude Control Testing

Aug 21, 2024 (SPX)

This technological advancement, coupled with increasing satellite deployment, has driven the need for innovative testing equipment. Both commercial and academic...

Adaptive 3D Printing System Enhances Precision in Organism Handling

Aug 21, 2024 (SPX)

Published in 'Advanced Science', the study highlights how this system, which operates autonomously, can track and place bugs and other organisms accurately, whe...

SBQuantum secures contracts with ESA and CSA for quantum magnetometer projects

Aug 20, 2024 (SPX)

Under the first contract, SBQuantum will collaborate with ESA to assess the viability of its quantum diamond magnetometer technology in space. ESA's evaluation ...

ClearSpace and Plextek Strengthen Alliance for Enhanced In-Orbit Services

Aug 20, 2024 (SPX)

"Solving the complex puzzle of space debris requires more than just technical capability; it demands an innovative spirit and collaborative mindset. Plextek is ...

Scientists identify new electromagnetic wave impacting Earth's radiation belts

Aug 17, 2024 (SPX)

Vikas Sonwalkar, a professor emeritus, and Amani Reddy, an assistant professor, have discovered this new wave, which channels lightning energy into the ionosphe...

ICEYE expands SAR constellation with four new satellites

Aug 17, 2024 (SPX)

These satellites will support both ICEYE's commercial operations and dedicated customer missions. They were manufactured by ICEYE in Finland and the United Stat...

Cleveland-Made Automated Tech Embarks on Space Mission

Aug 14, 2024 (SPX)

Initiated by NASA in 2016, the Cognitive Communications Project aims to create autonomous space communication systems. These systems can autonomously respond to...

Precision Two-Axis Fast Steering Mirror Platform by Physik Instrumente Introduced

Aug 14, 2024 (SPX)

The innovative design of the S-335 enables extensive angular travel by employing motion-amplified piezo actuators operating in a differential push-pull mode for...

Astroscale Demonstrates Advanced Fly-Around Capabilities in Space Debris Mission

Aug 14, 2024 (SPX)

This mission represents the first-ever attempt by a commercial entity to safely approach and survey a large, unprepared piece of space debris through Rendezvous...

UCLA Engineers Develop Shape-Shifting Metamaterial Inspired by Classic Toys

Aug 13, 2024 (SPX)

Push puppet toys, which collapse and stand upright by manipulating internal cords, served as the inspiration for this new material. In these toys, pulling cords...

Airbus and Astroscale UK Collaborate on Advancing In-Orbit Servicing and Space Debris Removal

Aug 13, 2024 (SPX)

This collaboration seeks to combine the expertise of both companies to address the growing challenges of space sustainability and satellite longevity, with a fo...

Waste into gold: Oyster shells repurposed as magic 'Seawool'

Aug 12, 2024 (AFP)

Wang remembered that residents of his seaside hometown of Yunlin used discarded oyster shells that littered the streets during the harvest as insulation for the...

AFRL Collaborative Automation For Manufacturing Systems Laboratory opens

Aug 10, 2024 (SPX)

The CAMS lab is the team's first internal laboratory and will enhance efforts to research and develop advanced digital manufacturing technology for the Departme...

Chinese satellite launch rocket breaks into hundred of pieces in orbit

Aug 10, 2024 (UPI)

"USSPACECOM has observed no immediate threats and continues to conduct routine conjunction assessments to support the safety and sustainability of the space dom...

With sustainable cement, startup aims to eliminate gigatons of CO2

Aug 10, 2024 (SPX)

The startup Sublime Systems thinks the Romans were onto something. The MIT spinout has created a drop-in replacement for today's most commonly used cement, know...