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• Astroscale's ELSA-M Mission: Removing OneWeb Satellite Debris from Orbit

  Astroscale, with support from the UK Space Agency, will use its ELSA-M servicer to remove a defunct OneWeb satellite from low Earth orbit. This mission, a precursor to a commercial de-orbiting service, utilizes a magnetic mechanism for satellite...

  

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• US Space Force Awards $4 Billion Contract for Space Launch Range Modernization

  The US Space Force has awarded a $4 billion, 10-year contract to Jacobs Technology for engineering and technical services at its Eastern and Western launch ranges. This significant shift towards a market-driven approach will modernize aging...

  

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• Impulse Space Secures $300 Million in Funding for Space Transportation Expansion

  Impulse Space, a leader in in-space transportation, has raised $300 million in Series C funding. This investment will fuel the expansion of their electric propulsion technologies, production of Mira and Helios vehicles, and further development of ...

  

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• Zixi Powers Ultra-Low Latency Video Delivery for NHRA

  The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) uses Zixi's platform for reliable, low-latency live video streaming to its distribution partner, Endeavor. This cloud-based solution, deployed within NHRA's AWS account, ensures high-quality viewing and...

  

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• Golden Dome Missile Defense: Ground Infrastructure and Software Take Center Stage

  The US's Golden Dome missile defense initiative relies heavily on space-based sensors, but the ground infrastructure and software are crucial. This article explores the key players and challenges in developing this complex system, from command and...

  

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• BAE Systems Wins $1.2 Billion Contract for 10 Missile-Tracking Satellites

  BAE Systems has secured a substantial $1.2 billion contract from the U.S. Space Force to build 10 advanced missile-tracking satellites for a medium Earth orbit constellation. This contract, part of the Resilient Missile Warning Tracking Epoch 2...

  

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• Blue Origin's New Shepard: A Successful Suborbital Flight and Technology Testbed

  Blue Origin's New Shepard successfully completed its 12th crewed mission, carrying six passengers to space. This suborbital flight not only serves as a profitable venture but also provides a crucial testing ground for technologies vital to future...

  

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• SpaceX Launches Another GPS III Satellite for US Military

  SpaceX successfully launched the eighth GPS III satellite for the US Space Force, significantly enhancing the GPS constellation's accuracy and resilience. The launch, from Cape Canaveral, utilized a Falcon 9 rocket and marked SpaceX's fifth...

  

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• NASA's Proposed 2026 Budget: Deep Cuts to Science, Increased Focus on Human Mars Exploration

  NASA's proposed FY2026 budget reveals significant cuts to science programs, including cancellations of numerous missions and thousands of job losses. This contrasts with increased funding for human Mars exploration, sparking controversy and...

  

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• China's Rapid Pace of Space Launches: Shijian-26 and Beyond

  China's recent space activities include the launch of the secretive Shijian-26 satellite, adding to a series of notable missions. This article delves into the details of Shijian-26, its potential applications, and the broader context of China's...

  

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• Rocket Lab's Acquisition Spree: Building a Military Satellite Empire

  Rocket Lab, once focused on small satellite launches, is aggressively acquiring companies to become a major player in the US military satellite market. CEO Peter Beck discusses the strategy behind these acquisitions, including the recent $275...

  

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• Japan's Ministry of Defense Contracts Space One and Space BD for Satellite Launch

  Space One and Space BD have secured a contract from Japan's Ministry of Defense to launch a Canon-built optical imaging satellite. This marks Space BD's first dedicated launch contract, utilizing Space One's Kairos launch vehicle, despite previous...

  

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• NASA's Psyche Mission: Switching to Backup Propellant Line

  NASA's Psyche mission to a metallic asteroid encountered a propellant valve issue. Engineers switched to a backup line, aiming to restart thrusters by mid-June. This follows April's thruster shutdown due to decreased xenon propellant pressure. The...

  

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• Passing of Giuliano Berretta: A Legacy in European Satellite Communications

  Giuliano Berretta, a pivotal figure in European satellite communications and former CEO of Eutelsat, passed away at 84. His contributions to Eutelsat and the broader space sector are remembered by colleagues as transformative, marked by vision,...

  

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• Intelsat Wins Approval for Direct Satellite Coverage in India

  Intelsat secures Indian government approval to directly provide satellite coverage to Indian broadcast media companies using four geostationary satellites (IS-17, IS-20, IS-36, and IS-39). This allows enhanced content delivery and distribution...

  

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• Accelerated Launch of GPS III SV-08: SpaceX Delivers Advanced Anti-Jamming Capabilities

  SpaceX launched GPS III SV-08, an advanced GPS satellite, months ahead of schedule, showcasing the agility of the GPS III program and highlighting the growing need for anti-jamming capabilities in the face of increasing threats to GPS signals. The...

  

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• US Space Force Orders Two More Advanced GPS Satellites

  The US Space Force has awarded Lockheed Martin a $509.7 million contract for two additional GPS III satellites, bringing the total number of ordered satellites to 22. These GPS III satellites, part of the advanced Follow-on constellation, will...

  

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• Apex Unveils Comet: A Giant Leap in Satellite Technology

  Apex has launched its largest satellite bus yet, Comet, designed for commercial and government constellations. Offering a unique flat form factor, high power generation, and large payload capacity, Comet addresses the growing needs of various...

  

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• Rocket Lab Acquires Geost: Expanding its Reach in the Defense Sector

  Rocket Lab's acquisition of Geost, a supplier of EO/IR sensor payloads for military satellites, significantly boosts its capabilities in the defense sector. This $275 million deal provides Rocket Lab access to crucial technology for missile...

  

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• SpaceX Starship's Flight 9: Another Uncontrolled Reentry

  SpaceX's Starship experienced another failed test flight on May 27th, losing attitude control and resulting in an uncontrolled reentry. This marks the third consecutive Starship failure, raising concerns about its development timeline and future...

  

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