By Ivan Yatskov, Published by Orbital Today, 13 March 2025 The SaxaVord Spaceport, under active construction on the picturesque shores of the Shetland Islands, promises to become an essential centre for launching small satellites into space. Construction is incomplete, but the facility is already positioned as a key centre for developing Europe’s
An RS1 rocket from ABL Space Systems set up on a launch pad at the Pacific Spaceport Complex-Alaska. (Courtesy ABL Space Systems) By Davis Hovey, Published by Alaska Public Media, 25 July 2024 A fire last week caused “irrecoverable damage” to a rocket that was initially expected to launch this
UK Space Agency Press Release, 8 April 2024 Eleven projects that showcase the best of UK space expertise on the international stage have secured a funding boost from the UK Space Agency. The UK Space Agency’s International Bilateral Fund is focused on supporting the UK space sector to work directly
A U.S. Space Force technician conducts GPS interference training with a GPS electromagnetic attack system at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado. U.S. adversaries will attempt to jam GPS signals during conflicts. Credit: SpaceNews photo illustration/U.S. Space Force photo by Ethan Johnson By Sandra Erwin, Published by Space News, 4 March 2024 The
Illustration of Lockheed Martin's Pony Express 2 small satellites. Credit: Lockheed Martin By Sandra Erwin, Published by Space News, 16 February 2024 The company has a backlog of 100 smallsats for defense and intelligence agencies WASHINGTON — Lockheed Martin is experiencing a growth spurt in an unexpected corner of its
By Michael Rogucki, Published by ts2, 4 December 2023 Summary:Satellite communication technology has experienced significant advancements in recent years, revolutionizing the way we transmit information across the globe. This review delves into the transformative developments that have taken place in satellite communication, including improvements in data transmission rates, reduction in
A Rocket Lab Electron rocket launches a Capella Space satellite on Sept. 19, 2023. The rocket suffered an anomaly about 2.5 minutes into flight, resulting in the loss of the satellite. (Image credit: Rocket Lab) By Mike Wall, Published by Space.com, 9 November 2023 The company plans to return to flight
Cubesats built by Blue Canyon Technologies for NASA’s TROPICS mission. Credit: Blue Canyon Technologies/RTX By Sandra Erwin, Published by SpaceNews, 9 October 2023 Former Lockheed Martin executive Chris Winslett joins Raytheon’s small-satellite subsidiary amid efforts to expand the company’s footprint in defense programs WASHINGTON — Chris Winslett for three years
