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Euclid Telescope Captures Rare Einstein Ring Near Galaxy NGC 6505

The Euclid telescope, a collaboration between the ESA and NASA, has captured an extraordinary Einstein ring around galaxy NGC 6505, located approximately 590 million light-years from Earth. This remarkable discovery aids in understanding gravitational lensing and the influence of dark matter.

2025-02-10T07:34:36.254276-08:00

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ESA Awards €862 Million Contract to Thales Alenia Space for Argonaut Lunar Lander

2025-01-30T01:02:02.697108-08:00

Space.com

Planet Labs Secures $230M Contract for Pelican Satellite Fleet with Asia-Pacific Partner

2025-01-29T06:04:28.383673-08:00

Aviation Week

NASA and ESA Monitor Asteroid 2024 YR4 with 1% Earth Impact Chance

2025-01-29T12:48:08.501751-08:00

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European Spaceflight

Orbex's Proxima Rocket Aims for €150 Million in European Launcher Challenge Orbex is advancing its medium-lift Proxima rocket, hoping to secure a €150 million award through the European Launcher Challenge, essential for its development. This strategic investment positions Orbex at the forefront of European space ambitions with its cutting-edge rocket technology.

2025-02-16T23:18:07.388161-08:00

Orbex's Proxima Rocket Aims for €150 Million in European Launcher Challenge

Aviation Week

ESA and Thales Alenia Space Advance Multi-Orbit Optical Network with HydRON The European Space Agency and Thales Alenia Space have signed a contract to develop the HydRON system, the first all-optical, multi-orbit space communication network. The project aims to establish connectivity across various orbital layers utilizing advanced optical technology, marking a significant milestone in space communications.

2025-02-14T06:03:11.215262-08:00

ESA and Thales Alenia Space Advance Multi-Orbit Optical Network with HydRON

Sky News

ESA Clears John McFall as First Disabled Astronaut for ISS Mission The European Space Agency has confirmed John McFall, a British Paralympian and surgeon, for a groundbreaking mission aboard the International Space Station. McFall's achievement signifies a cultural shift in space travel, demonstrating inclusivity and the absence of any technical barriers for his participation.

2025-02-14T05:06:49.860104-08:00

ESA Clears John McFall as First Disabled Astronaut for ISS Mission

Universe Today

Euclid Telescope Discovers a Nearby Einstein Ring The ESA's Euclid telescope has identified a new Einstein ring, resulting from a strong gravitational lens close to Earth with low redshift, making it of significant scientific value. This discovery underscores the telescope's capability in enhancing cosmic understanding.

2025-02-12T11:38:54.872403-08:00

Euclid Telescope Discovers a Nearby Einstein Ring

Space Intel Report

EU Space Act Set to Impact Non-EU Aerospace Companies The upcoming EU Space Act, scheduled for publication this spring, will have significant implications for non-EU aerospace companies operating in Europe. The legislation aims to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework, affecting market access and compliance requirements for international businesses in the sector.

2025-02-11T08:15:16.755799-08:00

EU Space Act Set to Impact Non-EU Aerospace Companies

European Spaceflight

ESA Seeks New Bidders for LEO Cargo Return Phase 2 The European Space Agency is advancing to Phase 2 of its LEO Cargo Return Service initiative, inviting new bidders in addition to those contracted in Phase 1. This move emphasizes ESA's commitment to enhancing space logistics and fostering competitive participation in the space industry.

2025-02-11T03:49:52.046137-08:00

ESA Seeks New Bidders for LEO Cargo Return Phase 2

Aviation Week

ESA Contracts European Consortium for Optical Navigation Technology Development ESA has initiated a Phase A/B1 definition study with European companies to advance optical time synchronization and ranging (OpSTAR). This step aims to validate intersatellite optical links for future satellite navigation systems, with a demonstration proposed at the ESA Council at Ministerial Level in November 2025.

2025-02-10T09:13:39.393947-08:00

ESA Contracts European Consortium for Optical Navigation Technology Development

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Euclid Telescope Captures Rare Einstein Ring Near Galaxy NGC 6505 The Euclid telescope, a collaboration between the ESA and NASA, has captured an extraordinary Einstein ring around galaxy NGC 6505, located approximately 590 million light-years from Earth. This remarkable discovery aids in understanding gravitational lensing and the influence of dark matter.

2025-02-10T07:34:36.254276-08:00

Euclid Telescope Captures Rare Einstein Ring Near Galaxy NGC 6505

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