Tag: Hybrid
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Gilmour Space’s Eris rocket fails initial test flight from Australia
Gilmour Space launched the first test flight of its homegrown Eris rocket, which aims to become the first sovereign-built vehicle to reach orbit from Australian soil. After liftoff at 22:35 UTC on July 29, the vehicle slowly cleared the launch tower and drifted to the side before coming back down to Earth. The vehicle cleared…
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Europe’s future in space: Vega cadence to increase, HyImpulse’s hybrid rocket
European companies in the space sector have been developing novel technology to find their unique place in the market, allowing them to thrive and innovate while stepping towards developing their orbital vehicles. Some are supported by the European Space Agency (ESA), such as HyImpulse, Isar Aerospace, and Orbex, while other independent private companies, such as…
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Vaya Space aims for flight operations next year with STAR-3D vortex hybrid engine
Vaya Space, a developing small satellite and technology company (formerly Rocket Crafters), is deep into the development of their STAR-3D vortex hybrid engine that will be used on the company’s Dauntless rocket. The company recently announced a multifaceted agreement with NASA for use of Kennedy Space Center and Stennis Space Center facilities for engine demonstration…