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LambdaVision Secures $7 Million Seed Round to Advance Space-Based Artificial Retina Production
LambdaVision, a U.S.-based biotechnology company developing artificial retinas, said on Wednesday it had raised $7 million in a seed funding round to support its manufacturing efforts in low-Earth orbit (LEO) and extend operations through 2027. The round was led by Seven Seven Six and Aurelia Foundry Fund, with additional participation from Seraphim Space. The company…
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Astranis Debuts Mobile Network Vanguard Product, With Kymeta and Satcube Terminals
Astranis is rolling out a new mobile satellite network product, working with terminal manufacturers Kymeta and Satcube, and networking solutions provider Persistent Systems. Announced Wednesday, Vanguard is a mobile deployable network across satellite and terrestrial links, geared toward defense and disaster response. Astranis said it demonstrated Vanguard over one of its Geostationary Orbit (GEO) satellites…
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Filtronic Wins New European RF Solutions Deal
Filtronic has won a contract worth over 7 million euros ($8 million) to supply radio frequency (RF) assemblies for integration into a major Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation program. The deal has been done with a leading European aerospace manufacturer, and will be over the next three years. Filtronic announced the contract award, Nov. 6.…
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Google Targets In-Space Computing With ‘Project Suncatcher’ Moonshot
Google is launching a new “moonshot” project focused on the future of in-space computing and solar-powered satellites called Project Suncatcher, with plans to deploy an in-orbit demonstration with Planet in early 2027. Announced Tuesday, Project Suncatcher is a research project out of X, which is described as Google’s “moonshot factory.” With Project Suncatcher, Google plans…
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AURA by NewOrbit Space Redefines Propulsion Technology for the Ultra-Low Earth Orbit Missions
Space-technology innovator NewOrbit Space has unveiled AURA, a breakthrough in electric-propulsion technology designed to sustain operations in ultra-low Earth orbit (ULO). This next-generation propulsion engine embodies the company’s vision to open new frontiers in satellite operations and orbital infrastructure. By merging flexible architecture, multi-propellant capability and exceptional energy efficiency, AURA represents a decisive step toward…
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Rocket Lab Launches iQPS Satellite on Sixth Mission for Japanese Earth-Imaging Firm
*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(–header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]” dir=”auto” tabindex=”-1″ data-turn-id=”request-WEB:7adac108-e90a-45dc-9fe0-7a16dc96bce8-1″ data-testid=”conversation-turn-4″ data-scroll-anchor=”true” data-turn=”assistant” style=”height: auto !important;”> Rocket Lab successfully launched its sixth mission for Japanese Earth-imaging company iQPS on Tuesday, deploying another satellite to strengthen the firm’s constellation of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) spacecraft. An Electron rocket carrying the QPS-SAR-14 satellite, named Yachihoko-I, lifted off from Rocket Lab’s…
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Intuitive Machines to Acquire Lanteris Space Forming a Next-Generation Space Prime
Intuitive Machines, a leading space technology and infrastructure services company, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Lanteris Space Systems, formerly Maxar Space Systems, a proven spacecraft manufacturer with an exceptional record of delivering a highly reliable family of spacecraft for national security, civil, and commercial customers, from Advent International LLC. “This…
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Frontgrade Technologies Unveils Advanced MRAM Series for Aerospace and Defense
Frontgrade Technologies, a leading provider of high-reliability electronic solutions for space and national security missions, announced the expansion of its Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (MRAM) product line. The expanded MRAM family now includes two new series, the Dual Quad Serial Peripheral Interface (Dual QSPI) series and the Parallel series, offering a comprehensive range of high-speed,…
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Microchip Technology Launches Radiation-Tolerant CAN FD Transceiver for Space Communication
Communication interfaces are essential for space applications as they ensure reliable and efficient data transmission to enable real-time control, system integration, and enhanced error detection. They support scalable designs and contribute to the redundancy and fault tolerance necessary for the successful execution of space missions. Microchip Technology announces the release of its Radiation-Tolerant (RT) ATA6571RT CAN…
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BlackSky Technologies Secures $30 Million Deal to Deploy Gen-3 ISR for Global Client’s Secure Environment
BlackSky Technologies won a more than $30 million multi-year contract to integrate Gen-3 high-cadence tactical ISR services into a strategic international defence customer’s secure environment. The expanded solution will accelerate sovereign space-based intelligence capabilities by leveraging proven commercial technology for high-frequency, low-latency Gen-3 capabilities. The enhancements will enable BlackSky’s commercial high revisit constellation to operate…