Rising Collision Risks in Sun-Synchronous Orbits Amid Satellite Surge
Wednesday, 07 February 2024 21:29
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
The strategic importance of sun-synchronous orbits for earth observation missions, crucial for both civil and defense applications, is being challenged by an escalating risk of collisions. These orbits, characterized by their paths over the Earth's polar regions, are increasingly congested due to a surge in satellite launches, posing significant dangers to satellite operators and global space op
The strategic importance of sun-synchronous orbits for earth observation missions, crucial for both civil and defense applications, is being challenged by an escalating risk of collisions. These orbits, characterized by their paths over the Earth's polar regions, are increasingly congested due to a surge in satellite launches, posing significant dangers to satellite operators and global space op China launches first two-way laser communication terminal into space
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Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
In a significant advancement for space-based communication, China has successfully deployed its first two-way laser communication terminal into orbit, marking a pivotal step in enhancing data transfer capabilities from space. This experimental terminal, developed by Shenzhen-based HiStarlink in collaboration with AdaSpace, a satellite maker from Chengdu, was launched aboard the Xingshidai 20 sat
In a significant advancement for space-based communication, China has successfully deployed its first two-way laser communication terminal into orbit, marking a pivotal step in enhancing data transfer capabilities from space. This experimental terminal, developed by Shenzhen-based HiStarlink in collaboration with AdaSpace, a satellite maker from Chengdu, was launched aboard the Xingshidai 20 sat Geespace achieves milestone in satellite constellation development for future mobility
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Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Geespace, a growing force in China's burgeoning private space sector, has marked a significant milestone in the development of the Geely Future Mobility Constellation with the recent launch of eleven low-orbit satellites.
This initiative positions Geespace alongside global satellite communications giants like Iridium, Globalstar, Orbcomm, OneWeb, and SpaceX, underscoring its capabilities i
Geespace, a growing force in China's burgeoning private space sector, has marked a significant milestone in the development of the Geely Future Mobility Constellation with the recent launch of eleven low-orbit satellites.
This initiative positions Geespace alongside global satellite communications giants like Iridium, Globalstar, Orbcomm, OneWeb, and SpaceX, underscoring its capabilities i Terran Orbital announces agreement with Shareholder Group
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Terran Orbital, a key player in the aerospace industry known for its satellite manufacturing capabilities, has recently announced a significant agreement with a group of its shareholders. This development underscores the company's commitment to enhancing shareholder value and improving corporate governance practices. The agreement, as detailed by Terran Orbital's leadership and investor represen
Terran Orbital, a key player in the aerospace industry known for its satellite manufacturing capabilities, has recently announced a significant agreement with a group of its shareholders. This development underscores the company's commitment to enhancing shareholder value and improving corporate governance practices. The agreement, as detailed by Terran Orbital's leadership and investor represen THAAD Localization Efforts Align with Saudi Vision 2030 Objectives
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) has announced the award of two critical subcontracts to Saudi Arabian industry partners, marking a significant step in the production localization of components for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Weapon System. This initiative is part of a broader Localization Agreement with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aiming to enhance the country's manu
Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) has announced the award of two critical subcontracts to Saudi Arabian industry partners, marking a significant step in the production localization of components for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Weapon System. This initiative is part of a broader Localization Agreement with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aiming to enhance the country's manu Scientists create effective 'spark plug' for direct-drive inertial confinement fusion experiments
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Rochester NY (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Scientists from the University of Rochester's Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) led experiments to demonstrate an effective "spark plug" for direct-drive methods of inertial confinement fusion (ICF). In two studies published in Nature Physics, the authors discuss their results and outline how they can be applied at bigger scales with the hopes of eventually producing fusion at a future facil
Scientists from the University of Rochester's Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) led experiments to demonstrate an effective "spark plug" for direct-drive methods of inertial confinement fusion (ICF). In two studies published in Nature Physics, the authors discuss their results and outline how they can be applied at bigger scales with the hopes of eventually producing fusion at a future facil Intelsat Launches Inflight Internet Above the Arctic
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
In a landmark development for global aviation connectivity, Intelsat has announced its success as the first inflight connectivity provider to offer high-speed internet service above the Arctic Circle. This achievement marks a significant milestone for airlines operating intercontinental flights across polar regions, where connectivity has historically been a challenge.
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In a landmark development for global aviation connectivity, Intelsat has announced its success as the first inflight connectivity provider to offer high-speed internet service above the Arctic Circle. This achievement marks a significant milestone for airlines operating intercontinental flights across polar regions, where connectivity has historically been a challenge.
Dave Bijur, Intelsat Spaceborne Computer-2 sets new benchmark for AI and ML on ISS
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) has taken a significant step forward in space-based computing by dispatching the third iteration of its Spaceborne Computer to the International Space Station (ISS). This event marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of high-performance computing (HPC) capabilities beyond Earth's atmosphere, leveraging commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) servers. The latest jou
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) has taken a significant step forward in space-based computing by dispatching the third iteration of its Spaceborne Computer to the International Space Station (ISS). This event marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of high-performance computing (HPC) capabilities beyond Earth's atmosphere, leveraging commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) servers. The latest jou Heritage ERS-2 satellite to reenter Earth's atmosphere
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Paris (ESA) Feb 06, 2024
Throughout its 16-year working life, the second European Remote Sensing satellite, ERS-2, returned a wealth of information that revolutionised our perspective of our planet and understanding of climate change. As well as leaving a remarkable legacy of data that still continue to advance science, this outstanding mission set the stage for many of today's satellites and ESA's position at the foref
Throughout its 16-year working life, the second European Remote Sensing satellite, ERS-2, returned a wealth of information that revolutionised our perspective of our planet and understanding of climate change. As well as leaving a remarkable legacy of data that still continue to advance science, this outstanding mission set the stage for many of today's satellites and ESA's position at the foref APG Launches NaviGuard: A New GPS Anomaly Detection App Enhancing Aviation Safety
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
In response to increasing concerns over GPS spoofing and jamming threats in aviation, APG has unveiled NaviGuard, a novel application aimed at bolstering the safety of commercial and business flight operations. This development comes shortly after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a Safety Alert for Operators, urging flight crews to vigilantly monitor onboard equipment and prepare
In response to increasing concerns over GPS spoofing and jamming threats in aviation, APG has unveiled NaviGuard, a novel application aimed at bolstering the safety of commercial and business flight operations. This development comes shortly after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a Safety Alert for Operators, urging flight crews to vigilantly monitor onboard equipment and prepare Thales Alenia Space completes MicroCarb satellite to map Earth's CO2
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Paris, France (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Thales Alenia Space has recently announced the successful completion of the assembly, integration, and test (AIT) phase for the MicroCarb satellite, marking a crucial step towards its launch. This significant milestone was achieved at RAL Space in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, confirming the satellite's readiness for its upcoming mission to measure atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) levels.
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Thales Alenia Space has recently announced the successful completion of the assembly, integration, and test (AIT) phase for the MicroCarb satellite, marking a crucial step towards its launch. This significant milestone was achieved at RAL Space in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, confirming the satellite's readiness for its upcoming mission to measure atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) levels.
T The Future of Weather Forecasts: Nearing the Natural Limit of Predictability
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Mainz, Germany (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Weather forecasts play a crucial role in our daily lives and in mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events. With climatological extremes causing significant economic and human losses, the quest to enhance the accuracy and extend the predictability of weather forecasts is more critical than ever. Dr. Michael Riemer, from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU), and his team have delved in
Weather forecasts play a crucial role in our daily lives and in mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events. With climatological extremes causing significant economic and human losses, the quest to enhance the accuracy and extend the predictability of weather forecasts is more critical than ever. Dr. Michael Riemer, from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU), and his team have delved in The colossal caverns for Fermilab's DUNE experiment have been fully excavated
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Chicago IL (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Excavation workers have finished carving out the future home of the gigantic particle detectors for the international Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment. Located a mile below the surface of Lead, South Dakota, the three colossal caverns are at the core of a new research facility that spans an underground area about the size of eight soccer fields.
Final outfitting of the colossal caverns
Excavation workers have finished carving out the future home of the gigantic particle detectors for the international Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment. Located a mile below the surface of Lead, South Dakota, the three colossal caverns are at the core of a new research facility that spans an underground area about the size of eight soccer fields.
Final outfitting of the colossal caverns NASA is looking for commercial Mars missions. Do people still want to go to Mars?
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Perth (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
Mars has been a source of myth, lore and inspiration since antiquity. It is also an interesting place to research - a legitimate candidate for us to find some form of alien life.
Since the 1960s, Mars has been a popular destination for space missions. Now, for the first time, NASA has invited the private sector to submit proposals on commercial Mars missions.
These missions would ran
Mars has been a source of myth, lore and inspiration since antiquity. It is also an interesting place to research - a legitimate candidate for us to find some form of alien life.
Since the 1960s, Mars has been a popular destination for space missions. Now, for the first time, NASA has invited the private sector to submit proposals on commercial Mars missions.
These missions would ran Korea's satnav system certified by national authorities and enters operational service
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Paris, France (SPX) Feb 06, 2024
The Korea Augmentation Satellite System (KASS), a pivotal development in satellite navigation technology, has officially commenced operations following certification by Korean authorities. This marks a significant achievement in the collaborative effort between Thales Alenia Space, acting as the prime contractor, and the Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) under the aegis of the Korean Min
The Korea Augmentation Satellite System (KASS), a pivotal development in satellite navigation technology, has officially commenced operations following certification by Korean authorities. This marks a significant achievement in the collaborative effort between Thales Alenia Space, acting as the prime contractor, and the Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) under the aegis of the Korean Min