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• Axiom Space Selects Redwire's ROSA Solar Arrays for its Commercial Space Station

  Axiom Space has chosen Redwire's Roll-Out Solar Array (ROSA) for its Axiom Station's first module, AxPPTM. This follows a revised development plan and NASA's updated Commercial Low Earth Orbit Development (CLD) program. The partnership emphasizes...

  

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• ESCAPADE Mission to Mars: New Glenn Launch Delayed to Late October/Early November

  NASA's ESCAPADE mission to Mars, aboard Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket, faces another delay. The launch, initially planned for September, is now expected in late October or early November. This follows setbacks in spacecraft and launch vehicle...

  

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• US Space Force Leverages Commercial Partnerships for In-Orbit Satellite Refueling and Maneuver

  The US Space Force is partnering with commercial companies to develop in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) capabilities, focusing on satellite refueling and sustained maneuver for enhanced orbital operations and defense against...

  

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• Geely's Geespace Secures $281 Million for Global IoT Constellation Expansion

  Geely's space subsidiary, Geespace, has received a significant $281 million investment to expand its Geesatcom Internet of Things (IoT) constellation globally. This funding will fuel the construction of a new global headquarters and further...

  

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• Skynopy Secures ESA Funding to Boost Satellite Data Rates

  French startup Skynopy has received €75,000 in funding from the European Space Agency (ESA) to integrate its adaptive modulation software with three satellite operators. This technology promises to double satellite data download speeds by...

  

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• NASA Selects Blue Origin for Revived Lunar Rover Mission

  Blue Origin wins the sole bid for NASA's VIPER lunar rover mission, utilizing its Blue Moon lander. The decision follows the cancellation and subsequent revival of the project, marking a significant development in lunar exploration. This article...

  

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• Improved Space Weather Forecasts for Critical Infrastructure

  Lynker Space partners with NOAA to translate complex space weather forecasts into actionable alerts for US critical infrastructure operators, addressing challenges in understanding technical jargon and improving risk assessment. This collaboration...

  

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• Firefly Aerospace to Resume Alpha Launches in Coming Weeks

  Firefly Aerospace plans to relaunch its Alpha rocket in the coming weeks, following an April failure. Two launches are scheduled before year's end, carrying a Lockheed Martin payload and focusing on mitigating aeroheating issues. The company's...

  

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• SDA's Transport Layer Tranche 1: A Milestone in LEO Satellite Networking

  The Space Development Agency (SDA) is rapidly deploying its Transport Layer Tranche 1 constellation, a crucial step in establishing a resilient global military communication network. This article details the recent launch of Lockheed Martin...

  

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• Europe Expands Secure Satellite Communications Constellation: IRIS²

  European space leaders propose expanding the IRIS² satellite constellation for secure communications, aiming for a more resilient and scalable system. The project, a public-private partnership, seeks to enhance European sovereignty in satellite...

  

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• Quantum Space Acquires Phase Four's Propulsion Technology for Ranger Spacecraft

  Quantum Space announced the acquisition of Phase Four's multi-mode propulsion technology and facilities. This acquisition will significantly enhance the capabilities of Quantum Space's Ranger spacecraft, enabling it to undertake more demanding...

  

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• NASA Revives Lunar Rover Mission with Blue Origin Partnership

  NASA has awarded Blue Origin a $190 million contract to deliver the VIPER rover to the moon's south pole in 2027, reviving a mission previously canceled due to cost concerns. This new partnership utilizes Blue Origin's Blue Moon lander, marking a...

  

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• Saudi Arabia's Neo Space Group: A Strategic Investment in Space

  Neo Space Group (NSG), backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, is rapidly expanding its space capabilities. This article explores NSG's acquisition strategy, plans for orbital assets, and the role of sovereign demand in shaping its future...

  

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• China's Strategic Push into Direct-to-Device Satellite Services

  China is aggressively expanding its satellite communications capabilities, issuing guidelines and licensing firms for direct-to-device (D2D) services, aiming for over 10 million users by 2030. This move involves partnerships with telecom giants like...

  

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• New Space-Based Maritime Surveillance System: A Collaboration Between Space Norway and SSTL

  Space Norway and SSTL are collaborating on a groundbreaking radar satellite for maritime domain awareness, set to launch in early 2027. This C-band SAR satellite will provide high-resolution data for monitoring the North Atlantic, focusing on...

  

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• Maxar's Raptor Drone Navigation Software Expands in Taiwan

  Maxar Intelligence partners with Taiwan's Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC) to integrate its Raptor drone navigation software, enhancing autonomous UAV capabilities in GPS-denied environments. This collaboration boosts Taiwan's UAV...

  

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• Satellite TV: A Surprisingly Green Choice

  A new study reveals satellite TV's surprisingly high energy efficiency compared to IP-based methods. Learn how satellite technology contributes to sustainability in the broadcasting industry and its future projections. The research highlights the...

  

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• First-Ever Coordinated Satellite Maneuvers by US and UK Space Commands

  US and UK Space Commands successfully conducted their first-ever coordinated satellite maneuvers, marking a significant expansion of allied cooperation in space defense. The operation, part of Multinational Force Operation Olympic Defender,...

  

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• Chinese Commercial Space Race Heats Up with iSpace Funding and Launch Tests

  China's commercial space sector is booming. iSpace secures $98 million in funding for its Hyperbola-3 rocket, while Space Pioneer, Orienspace, and Deep Blue Aerospace conduct crucial engine tests, intensifying the competition for orbital launch...

  

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• Earth Observation Satellite Market: Defense, High-Resolution Imagery Drive Growth

  The Earth observation satellite market is booming, driven by defense applications and a surge in demand for high-resolution imagery. Novaspace predicts a tripling of the commercial market to $17 billion by 2034, with defense applications accounting...

  

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