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SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket deploys 22 second-generation Starlink satellites
May 19, 2023 (SPX)
Weather conditions delayed the original launch time from 12:41 a.m. EDT (0421 UTC) to 2:19 a.m. EDT (0619 UTC). The Starlink mission launched from Space Launch ...
After 2 delays, SpaceX hopes next launch attempt will send satellites toward orbit
May 18, 2023 (UPI)
The Falcon 9 rocket carrying the second-generation Starlink V2 Mini Internet satellites are scheduled to launch at 12:41 a.m. EDT from the Cape Canaveral Space ...
Gilmour Space Technologies forges head as PM opens new rockets factory
May 17, 2023 (SPX)
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed his enthusiasm for this remarkable achievement, stating, "This is a great Australian success story, exemplifying cutti...
China continues testing its 130-ton reusable liquid oxygen kerosene engine
May 17, 2023 (SPX)
The test runs carried out on May 12 served multiple purposes, primarily to verify the synchronization between the two start-up engines and the test bench. Furth...
New sensors with the HOTS for extreme missions
May 16, 2023 (SPX)
In these broader industrial contexts, the capabilities of sensors can be inhibited by thermal limitations. A sensor may theoretically be able to process inputs ...
Sales rocket for Zenno's fuel-free satellite pointing system
May 16, 2023 (SPX)
Built on Zenno's proprietary superconducting magnet technology, Z01 is a fuel-free satellite pointing system designed to significantly increases the range of ca...
Momentus signs launch package with SpaceX
May 15, 2023 (SPX)
This new development solidifies Momentus' plans to participate in three missions with SpaceX in 2024. These missions include all Transporter rideshare missions ...
Virgin Orbit receives more than 30 indications of interest under court approved bid procedures
May 15, 2023 (SPX)
Company CEO Dan Hart commented on the development, stating, "I'm pleased with the number and quality of the indications of interest we've received. This respons...
For 191st time, SpaceX booster successfully returns after launch
May 14, 2023 (UPI)
The Falcon 9 rocket with the satellites lifted off from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station just after midnight, illuminating the night skies over Florida's ...
SpaceX launches 56 Starlink satellites early Sunday
May 14, 2023 (SPX)
About 50% of all successful orbital launches so far this year have been conducted by SpaceX. The 56 Starlink satellites will equal the four Falcon 9 missions wi...
Populous engaged by RS&H for New Mexico's Spaceport America Master Plan
May 12, 2023 (SPX)
The spaceport master plan study will include various considerations for future operations (space and aviation), macro and micro-industry trends, national securi...
Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site can launch new-generation rockets
May 12, 2023 (XNA)
Since the launch site was established, it has conducted many major space launch missions, including the maiden flight of China's new-generation high-thrust carr...
Rocket Lab to launch small satellite swarm for NASA
May 10, 2023 (SPX)
The four Starling small satellites have been manifested on an Electron commercial rideshare mission scheduled for lift-off from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in N...
Phantom Space and Quub sign multiple launch agreement
May 09, 2023 (SPX)
Each dedicated launch will place upwards of 80 satellites into a tailored low earth orbit meeting Quub's unique mission needs. Launches will occur from Phantom'...
China's reusable experimental spacecraft successfully lands
May 09, 2023 (SPX)
The spacecraft, which has not yet been officially named, completed a 276-day in-orbit operation before its successful landing. This achievement indicates signif...
New standard will aid in development of spaceport descriptions
May 09, 2023 (SPX)
According to ASTM member Mark Greby, the standard will lead to spaceport descriptions that will provide potential customers and other members of the public with...
Construction begins at UK's first vertical launch spaceport
May 05, 2023 (SPX)
The groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of construction was attended by a number of officials and stakeholders including Richard Lochhead, Minister for Sm...
SpaceX lights up night skies with early Thursday Falcon 9 launch
May 04, 2023 (UPI)
The Falcon 9 lifted off at the scheduled 3:31 a.m. EDT launch time, with no need for a backup launch. The 56 Starlink Internet satellites were launched from Spa...
Falcon Heavy launches massive GEO satellite for Viasat
May 01, 2023 (UPI)
The two-stage rocket -- loaded with competitor ViaSat-3 Americas broadband Internet satellite, as well as satellites by Astranis and Gravity Space -- was schedu...
Conservation groups sue US regulator over SpaceX launches
May 01, 2023 (AFP)
The move came after the world's most powerful rocket exploded on its first integrated test flight, just four minutes after launching from Boca Chica, Texas on A...
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