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Japanese H3 Rocket Successfully Deploys Navigation Satellite, Completes Quasi-Zenith System Expansion

On August 10, a Japanese H3 rocket launched the Michibiki 7 satellite into a slightly inclined geosynchronous orbit, completing the expansion of Japan’s Quasi-Zenith Satellite System from four to seven satellites. This successful launch marks a significant milestone for Japan’s space program and has implications for the broader aerospace industry.

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NASAJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)MHI
LaunchesOrbital Operations

Kepler Communications to Launch Next-Generation Optical Relay Satellites on Rocket Lab's Neutron Rocket in 2028

Kepler Communications has booked a dedicated launch mission on Rocket Lab's Neutron rocket to deploy its next-generation optical relay satellites in low Earth orbit, supporting data rates of up to 100 Gbps. This mission marks a significant milestone in the development of high-speed data transmission services for the aerospace industry.

2 months ago60/100
ESARocket LabU.S. Space Force
MissionsSpace Exploration

European Space Agency Launches Meteosat Third Generation Imager Satellite

The European Space Agency has launched the Meteosat Third Generation Imager weather satellite, MTG-I2, on an Ariane 6 rocket from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana, marking a significant milestone in the development of advanced weather forecasting capabilities. This launch is expected to produce at least 50 times more data than its predecessors, enhancing global weather monitoring and prediction.

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ESAArianespaceArianeGroup
LaunchesOrbital Operations

Astrolight and ATMOS Space Cargo to Pioneer In-Flight Optical Communications

Lithuanian space laser communications company Astrolight has partnered with ATMOS Space Cargo to demonstrate a groundbreaking in-flight optical communications link between a reentry spacecraft and an orbiting satellite, expected to take place in 2027. This innovative technology will enable real-time transfer of system and mission data during in-orbit operations and re-entry at a rate of up to 2.5 Gbps.

2 months ago60/100
ESAAstrolightATMOS Space Cargo
TechnologyEngineering

Scientists Capture Highest-Resolution Image of the Sun's Surface, Revealing New Details About Stellar Activity

An international team of researchers has successfully captured the sharpest image ever taken of the sun's surface using the NSF Inouye Solar Telescope, providing new insights into stellar activity and the dynamics of solar plasma. The discovery has significant implications for our understanding of the sun and other stars.

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NSFNational Solar ObservatoryMax Planck Institut für Sonnensystemforschung
ScienceResearch

Japan Prepares to Launch H3 Rocket Carrying Michibiki 7 Navigation Satellite

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is set to launch the H3 rocket on August 10, 2023, carrying the Michibiki 7 navigation satellite as part of Japan's Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS). This launch marks a significant milestone for Japan's space program and has implications for the broader aerospace industry.

2 months ago60/100
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)U.S. Space Force
LaunchesOrbital Operations

Kreios Space to Test Air-Breathing Electric Propulsion in Very Low Earth Orbit

Kreios Space plans to launch a satellite using air-breathing electric propulsion (ABEP) to counteract atmospheric drag in very low Earth orbit (VLEO), with the goal of testing the feasibility of this technology for sustained operations. The mission could have significant implications for the aerospace industry, enabling longer-lasting satellites and reducing the need for traditional fuel.

2 months ago60/100
NASAESAKreios Space
TechnologyEngineering

Northrop Grumman and Canadian Space Agency Adapt Gateway Projects for Lunar Base

Northrop Grumman and the Canadian Space Agency are repurposing their lunar Gateway projects to support a planned lunar base, with Northrop Grumman planning three Lunar Infrastructure Demo missions and the CSA revamping its Canadarm3 robotic arm system. This adaptation is a crucial step towards establishing a sustainable human presence on the lunar surface by 2029.

2 months ago60/100
NASACanadian Space Agency (CSA)Northrop Grumman
MissionsSpace Exploration

SpaceX Continues West Coast Launch Surge with Successful Starlink Mission

SpaceX has launched its 50th mission from the West Coast this year, deploying 24 Starlink satellites into orbit, marking the 71st operational Starlink delivery mission of the year. The launch, which utilized a Falcon 9 rocket with a first stage booster that had flown 15 previous missions, demonstrates the company's continued capacity for frequent and reliable access to space.

2 months ago40/100
SpaceX
LaunchesOrbital Operations

US Senate Confirms Key Leaders for Military Space Acquisition and Intelligence

The US Senate has confirmed Erich Hernandez-Baquero as assistant secretary of the Air Force for space acquisition and integration, and Roger Mason as director of the National Reconnaissance Office, marking a significant shift in leadership for the country's military space programs. These appointments come as the Space Force seeks a record $71.1 billion fiscal 2027 budget and the National Reconnaissance Office undergoes a major architectural change.

2 months ago40/100
US Air ForceNational Reconnaissance OfficeSpace Force
Policy & RegulationRegulation

European Commission Expands IRIS² Constellation to Enhance Secure Connectivity

The European Commission has agreed to increase the size and cost of the IRIS² constellation, a secure connectivity system, to include 348 satellites in medium Earth orbit and high low Earth orbit, with an estimated cost of 15.6 billion euros. The expanded constellation is expected to launch in 2029 and provide improved defense, security, and safety services.

2 months ago60/100
European Space AgencyEuropean CommissionSES
MissionsSpace Exploration
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