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York Space Systems Bard Mission Ready for Launch to Test Advanced Communications for NASA
York Space Systems, the Denver-based aerospace company dedicated to the rapid deployment of complete space mission solutions, announced that its Bard mission is ready for launch. Bard will flight-demonstrate the Polylingual Experimental Terminal (PExT), an advanced communications technology developed in collaboration with the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) and NASA’s SCaN (Space Communications and…
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What Can We Learn About Cybersecurity for Space from Existing Safety Procedures?
Space systems are growing in importance, raising the stakes if infrastructure is disrupted. In response to growing cyber threats, the conversation surrounding cyber security and space is evolving rapidly, as regulations are developed to increase security baselines, such as IEEE P3349 Standard for Space System Cybersecurity. Many tools and regulations which could assist with responding…
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What is ESCC QPL Class 2?
The European Space Components Coordination (ESCC) is a governing body under the European Space Agency (ESA) that oversees the qualification and standardization of electronic components for use in space applications. Through its meticulous testing protocols and documentation standards, ESCC ensures that every component listed in its Qualified Parts List (QPL) meets predefined benchmarks for quality,…
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ICEYE Secures €200 Million Deal to Supply SAR Satellites to Polish Armed Forces
ICEYE, the global leader in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite operations, today signed an agreement with the Ministry of National Defense of the Republic of Poland to deliver the Polish Armed Forces with an initial batch of three ICEYE SAR satellites, and an option to purchase three more satellites and additional ground segment capabilities in…
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Apex Space: Transforming Satellite Bus Manufacturing for the Future of Space Exploration
Founded in 2022, Apex Space is a Los Angeles-based aerospace company specializing in satellite bus manufacturing. The company aims to revolutionize spacecraft production by offering standardized, high-rate configurable satellite bus platforms that cater to commercial and government space missions. Apex collaborates with leading space agencies and private firms to accelerate satellite deployment, ensuring rapid delivery…
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What is ESCC QPL Class 3?
The European Space Components Coordination (ESCC) plays a vital role in standardizing the qualification and approval of electronic components for space applications. Given the extreme conditions faced in orbit such as vacuum, cosmic radiation, temperature fluctuations, and launch-induced vibration components must undergo rigorous evaluation to ensure mission safety and reliability. To address varying levels of…
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Eutelsat Reports ‘Sizable’ US Gov Contract Not Renewed in Q3 FY 24-25 Results
Eutelsat Group reported 300 million euros ($335 million) in revenue in the third quarter of its 2024-25 fiscal year, down 1.9% year-over-year. Notably, Eutelsat reported a 10% year-over-year increase in Government Services revenue, but also had a lower renewal rate with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) in its Spring renewal campaign. Eutelsat reported a…
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Intuitive Machines: Pioneering the Lunar Frontier to Power Humanity’s Future in Space
Intuitive Machines was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas, as a hub for space innovation due to its proximity to NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Intuitive Machines aims to open access to the Moon for the progress of humanity by providing lunar surface access, payload delivery, data transmission services, and lunar infrastructure. The…
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Senators Call for Ethics Inquiry into Trump Administration Benefitting Elon Musk and Starlink in Trade Negotiations
A group of Democratic Senators are calling for an ethics investigation into reporting that the Senators say shows the Trump Administration is “explicitly seeking” to assist Elon Musk’s Starlink business in tariff negotiations with foreign nations. “Suggesting that a foreign government adopt Starlink in exchange for relief on tariffs appears to be a textbook case…
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Kepler Demonstrates Space-to-Ground Laser Links
Kepler Communications reports it has demonstrated space-to-ground optical data relay between its satellite in orbit and a Cailabs optical ground station. Kepler’s two optical Pathfinder satellites, launched in 2023, are equipped with Tesat SCOT80 optical communications terminals. Kepler said it demonstrated full Space Development Agency (SDA) standard data rates and acquisition in multiple space-to-ground scenarios…