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10 Things Analysys Mason’s Space and Satellite Team Observed at SATELLITE 2024
Discussions at SATELLITE 2024 last month ranged from the biggest topics – Starlink, Kuiper, and persistent funding challenges – to emerging opportunities like direct-to-device and optical satcom that are making satellite and space an exciting and engaging topic. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at what Analysys Mason’s satellite and space team observed…
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Astroscale Reveals First-Ever Image of Space Debris Captured Through Rendezvous Operations
Astroscale Japan, a subsidiary of Astroscale Holdings, a global company in satellite servicing and long-term orbital sustainability across all orbits, has unveiled the first publicly released image of space debris captured through rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO). The image was taken by its commercial debris inspection demonstration satellite, Active Debris Removal by Astroscale-Japan (ADRAS-J), from…
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India’s Space Policy and Startups are Driving a New Future for the Nation’s Space Industry
For decades, the global satellite market has been dominated by established players like the U.S., Europe, and China. But a new force is rapidly emerging in the East: The Indian satellite market. Once a quiet player, the Indian satellite market is experiencing a remarkable ascent, challenging established giants with its cost-effectiveness, agility, and thriving private…
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ISS Roundup: an eclipse, an EVA, and more than just science returns to Earth
Every month aboard the International Space Station (ISS) is packed with activity, science, and research and April was no exception. Astronauts and cargo ships departed, a spacewalk was conducted and the total eclipse was observed from this incredible vantage point. The month began with 10 astronauts aboard the orbiting outpost, although three were due to…
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China prepares to launch Chang’e-6 lunar probe
The Chang’e-6 lunar probe is scheduled for launch at an appropriate time at the beginning of May, according to the China National Space Administration (CNSA). The combination of the Chang’e-6 lunar probe and the Long March-5 Y8 carrier rocket was transferred vertically on Saturday to the launching area at the Wenchang Space Launch Center in…
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China’s Shenzhou-17 astronauts complete handover, returning to Earth on April 30
China’s Shenzhou-17 crew held a handover ceremony with the Shenzhou-18 crew and transferred the keys of the country’s space station to the latter on Sunday. Up to now, the Shenzhou-17 crew has completed all planned tasks. The three astronauts will return to the Dongfeng landing site in north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on April…
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Shenzhou-17 return capsule touches down, astronauts all sound
The return capsule of the Shenzhou-17 manned spaceship, carrying astronauts Tang Hongbo, Tang Shengjie and Jiang Xinlin, touched down at the Dongfeng landing site in north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on Tuesday. The three astronauts are all in good health condition, according to the China Manned Space Agency.
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China completes ignition test for powerful liquid-propellant engine
China has successfully completed an ignition test for its liquid-propellant engine with the highest thrust, according to the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC). This marks a new breakthrough in the country’s liquid propulsion development. It is also the first-ever parallel ignition test of four large-thrust liquid oxygen (LOX) kerosene engines. The 130-tonne class…
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Intelsat to Connect CNH Tractors With Satellite Connectivity
Intelsat will provide CNH tractors and agricultural machines with ubiquitous internet access under a new deal announced Monday. CNH includes the brands Case IH, Steyr, and New Holland. Under the new memorandum of understanding, Intelsat and CNH will equip tractors with a ruggedized satcom terminal to provide connectivity in remote locations. Intelsat and CNH plan…