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fromFuturism
5 days ago
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Second SpaceX Satellite Abruptly Explodes

SpaceX lost control of two Starlink satellites due to anomalies, resulting in fragmentation and raising concerns about space debris.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Science

Elon Musk wants to put 1 million satellites in orbit. Can Earth handle it?

SpaceX has requested FCC permission to launch up to one million satellites, potentially creating orbital data-center constellations and massively increasing orbital congestion and environmental impacts.
Science
fromTechCrunch
17 hours ago

Can orbital data centers help justify a massive valuation for SpaceX? | TechCrunch

SpaceX plans to raise $75 billion through an IPO, focusing on orbital data centers as a key future initiative.
Science
fromEngadget
5 days ago

SpaceX loses contact with one of its Starlink satellites

SpaceX lost contact with Starlink satellite 34343 due to an anomaly, resulting in debris that poses no risk to other missions.
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fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Another Starlink satellite has inexplicably exploded

SpaceX lost contact with a Starlink satellite due to an anomaly, with debris detected nearby, but no risk to the ISS or Artemis II mission.
Science
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Second SpaceX Satellite Abruptly Explodes

SpaceX lost control of two Starlink satellites due to anomalies, resulting in fragmentation and raising concerns about space debris.
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#artemis-ii
fromEngadget
11 hours ago
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NASA shares breathtaking images of Artemis II astronauts taking in the view from Orion's windows

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fromwww.dw.com
1 hour ago

Artemis II mission enters moon's gravitational influence

The Artemis II mission has entered the moon's gravitational sphere, marking a historic lunar flyby with significant observations by the crew.
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fromEngadget
11 hours ago

NASA shares breathtaking images of Artemis II astronauts taking in the view from Orion's windows

The Artemis II crew is preparing for a lunar flyby, set to surpass Apollo 13's distance record from Earth.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Artemis II crew enters moon's sphere of influence' ahead of historic flyby

The Artemis II mission has entered the moon's sphere of influence, preparing for a historic lunar flyby.
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fromFuturism
14 hours ago

Astronomers Found Something Strange In Giant "Forbidden" Planet Nearly the Size of Its Star

The atmosphere of TOI 5205b has a lower concentration of heavy elements relative to hydrogen than gas giants in our own solar system, suggesting something different about its formation.
OMG science
Roam Research
fromComputerWeekly.com
4 days ago

SpaceLocker launches first shared satellite mission | Computer Weekly

SpaceLocker transitions to satellite operations with a shared model, aiming to reduce costs and space debris while enabling broader access to orbit.
Washington DC
fromBreaking Defense
4 days ago

Industry bullish on DoC draft license process for novel space activities - Breaking Defense

US commercial space firms support a new licensing framework for unregulated operations to enhance investment and streamline mission authorization.
Business intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 days ago

Starlink reshapes satellite communications as industry enters terabit era | Computer Weekly

The satellite communications market is rapidly expanding, driven by demand for high-performance connectivity and the influence of non-geostationary orbit constellations like Starlink.
#nasa
fromFast Company
2 days ago
Roam Research

Where is Artemis II now? This NASA tool lets you track the live flight of the Orion spacecraft on its moon journey

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fromwww.npr.org
3 hours ago

NASA's Artemis II crew readies for Monday's lunar flyby. Here's what you need to know

NASA's Artemis II crew will make historic lunar flyby, surpassing Apollo 13's distance record and conducting unique geological observations.
Science
fromMail Online
21 hours ago

NASA crew releases landmark image of the moon

NASA's Artemis II crew captured the first complete image of the Orientale basin on the moon during their historic flyby.
Roam Research
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Where is Artemis II now? This NASA tool lets you track the live flight of the Orion spacecraft on its moon journey

NASA's Artemis II mission sends astronauts to the moon, with real-time tracking available through the Artemis Real-time Orbit Website.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
19 hours ago

NASA's Artemis II is using lasers to beam 4K video back from the moon

The Orion Artemis II mission is testing a laser-based communication system called O2O for high-bandwidth data transmission to Earth.
Science
fromwww.npr.org
3 hours ago

NASA's Artemis II crew readies for Monday's lunar flyby. Here's what you need to know

NASA's Artemis II crew will make historic lunar flyby, surpassing Apollo 13's distance record and conducting unique geological observations.
Science
fromMail Online
21 hours ago

NASA crew releases landmark image of the moon

NASA's Artemis II crew captured the first complete image of the Orientale basin on the moon during their historic flyby.
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Roam Research
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Luke O'Neill: The moon landings made me a scientist - now Artemis II can do the same for a new generation

Lunar missions will provide valuable data on human health in space and inspire future generations.
Roam Research
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Navigation satellites guide the world and its wars

GPS is part of a broader family of global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) that are crucial for various applications, including military operations.
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Satellite mirror plans could disrupt sleep and ecosystems worldwide, scientists say

Deployment of reflective satellites could disrupt ecosystems and human health by altering natural night-time light environments.
#orbital-data-centers
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fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

SpaceX, Amazon, and Google want data centers in orbit - four engineering barriers stand in the way - Silicon Canals

The race for orbital data centers is about controlling the future of computing on Earth, not just computing in space.
fromArs Technica
1 week ago
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Orbital data centers, part 1: There's no way this is economically viable, right?

Orbital data centers replicate terrestrial data center functions in space, utilizing spacecraft technology for energy, thermal management, and communication.
Science
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

SpaceX, Amazon, and Google want data centers in orbit - four engineering barriers stand in the way - Silicon Canals

The race for orbital data centers is about controlling the future of computing on Earth, not just computing in space.
Science
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Orbital data centers, part 1: There's no way this is economically viable, right?

Orbital data centers replicate terrestrial data center functions in space, utilizing spacecraft technology for energy, thermal management, and communication.
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fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

SpaceX, Amazon, and Google want orbital data centers - four engineering barriers reveal who really benefits - Silicon Canals

Orbital data centers will concentrate AI infrastructure power among a few dominant companies, limiting access for smaller competitors and national regulators.
#elon-musk
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fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Big tech's next move is to put data centers in space. Can it work?

Elon Musk plans to launch data centers into orbit to power AI, claiming it will be cheaper than terrestrial AI within a few years.
Science
fromFuturism
3 days ago

There's a Blinking Warning Sign for the Data Centers in Space Industry

Elon Musk's plan for space-based data centers faces significant challenges similar to those encountered in previous failed projects.
Science
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Elon Musk's Orbital Data Centers Are Staggeringly Huge

Elon Musk plans to deploy up to one million massive solar-powered satellites for orbital data centers to provide AI computing power.
Science
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Big tech's next move is to put data centers in space. Can it work?

Elon Musk plans to launch data centers into orbit to power AI, claiming it will be cheaper than terrestrial AI within a few years.
Science
fromFuturism
3 days ago

There's a Blinking Warning Sign for the Data Centers in Space Industry

Elon Musk's plan for space-based data centers faces significant challenges similar to those encountered in previous failed projects.
Science
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Elon Musk's Orbital Data Centers Are Staggeringly Huge

Elon Musk plans to deploy up to one million massive solar-powered satellites for orbital data centers to provide AI computing power.
more#elon-musk
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fromMail Online
1 month ago

'Space junk' may cause flight delays as more satellites circle Earth

Satellite debris and uncontrolled rocket re-entries can force temporary airspace closures, causing travel disruptions despite an extremely low direct collision risk to aircraft.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Satellite Infrastructure Stocks Surge as Orbital Economy Expands Beyond SpaceX's Shadow

Investors can access orbital-economy growth through public infrastructure plays like satellite IoT, emergency communications, lunar delivery, and small-launch services rather than SpaceX.
Science
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

SpaceX tries to convince FCC that Amazon put satellites into wrong altitude

Amazon claims compliance with launch altitude regulations while SpaceX raises concerns about collision risks and lack of updated debris mitigation plans.
Science
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

NASA's Artemis II Is the First Crewed Moon Mission Since 1972. Why Are We Going Back?

NASA and other space agencies are focusing on the moon's far side and polar regions for exploration and potential resource utilization.
#space-exploration
Science
fromNature
4 days ago

The Moon belongs to all of us - not just countries that can afford to reach it

Humanity's past interactions with celestial bodies raise concerns about environmental stewardship and decision-making in space exploration.
Science
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

'In zero gravity, it feels like you're covered in pixie dust' - astronaut on what Artemis II passengers are experiencing right now

Living in space offers unique experiences and perspectives that evoke joy and fascination, contrasting with life on Earth.
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

This feels fragile': how a satellite-smashing chain reaction could spiral out of control

Earth's orbit has become increasingly crowded with thousands of satellites and fragments, reaching around 32,000 objects today.
Science
fromNature
4 days ago

The Moon belongs to all of us - not just countries that can afford to reach it

Humanity's past interactions with celestial bodies raise concerns about environmental stewardship and decision-making in space exploration.
Science
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

'In zero gravity, it feels like you're covered in pixie dust' - astronaut on what Artemis II passengers are experiencing right now

Living in space offers unique experiences and perspectives that evoke joy and fascination, contrasting with life on Earth.
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

This feels fragile': how a satellite-smashing chain reaction could spiral out of control

Earth's orbit has become increasingly crowded with thousands of satellites and fragments, reaching around 32,000 objects today.
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#starlink
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fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Starlink satellite breaks apart into "tens of objects"; SpaceX confirms "anomaly"

Rapid characterization of anomalies is essential for clarity in the operating environment of satellites.
Science
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Starlink sprays debris after another satellite 'anomaly'

Starlink satellite 34343 experienced an anomaly, creating debris but posing no immediate risk to the ISS or Artemis II launch.
Science
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Starlink satellite breaks apart into "tens of objects"; SpaceX confirms "anomaly"

Rapid characterization of anomalies is essential for clarity in the operating environment of satellites.
Science
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Starlink sprays debris after another satellite 'anomaly'

Starlink satellite 34343 experienced an anomaly, creating debris but posing no immediate risk to the ISS or Artemis II launch.
more#starlink
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fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Artemis 2 mission underway despite loss of communication and technical issues

NASA's Artemis 2 mission marks the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years, featuring a diverse crew and addressing initial technical issues.
Science
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago

58 Years After Earthrise,' NASA's New Moonshot May Rediscover Earth

Apollo 8's mission marked a pivotal moment in space exploration, showcasing humanity's fragility and beauty through the iconic Earthrise image.
Science
fromWIRED
1 week ago

When Satellite Data Becomes a Weapon

Satellite infrastructure in the Gulf is increasingly contested, affecting the reliability of information during conflicts.
Science
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

K2 to launch its first high-powered satellite for space compute | TechCrunch

K2 Space is launching Gravitas, a high-powered satellite capable of generating 20 kW of electricity to demonstrate technology for building orbital data centers.
Science
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Dogfighting in space won't look like the movies, but this company wants in on it

True Anomaly's Jackal satellite platform represents a new approach to space warfare, emphasizing precision, maneuverability, and deliberate planning rather than rapid combat scenarios.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

The largest-ever satellite of its kind just unfurled its wings in low-Earth orbit

AST SpaceMobile's BlueBird 6 deployed a roughly 2,400-square-foot communications antenna—the largest commercial communications array in low-Earth orbit—aiming to enable smartphone cellular broadband.
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

As data from space spikes, an innovative ground station company seeks to cash in

By the end of the year, Northwood, based in El Segundo, California, had shown the ability to build eight of these Portal arrays a month. And in January the company had deployed operational Portal antennas across two continents. These deployments, which comprise an area of 8 to 15 meters, have the equivalent capability of a 7-meter parabolic dish, said Griffin Cleverly, co-founder and chief technical officer of Northwood.
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