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Proposal to Establish International Solar Sunshade via ISS Satellites

A new concept proposes using cooperative satellite fleets to form a large solar sunshade via the International Space Station. This ambitious project aims to mitigate climate impact by reducing solar energy reaching Earth.

2024-12-20T06:01:15.803529-08:00

Aviation Week

EU Signs €10.6B Contract for IRIS2 Satellite Constellation

2024-12-16T04:15:36.794024-08:00

Reuters

Eutelsat Contracts Airbus for 100 OneWeb Satellites Delivery by 2026

2024-12-17T09:27:46.681307-08:00

Space Intel Report

Sweden Invests in Esrange Orbital Spaceport Development

2024-12-18T08:07:06.458747-08:00

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Proposal to Establish International Solar Sunshade via ISS Satellites A new concept proposes using cooperative satellite fleets to form a large solar sunshade via the International Space Station. This ambitious project aims to mitigate climate impact by reducing solar energy reaching Earth.

2024-12-20T06:01:15.803529-08:00

Proposal to Establish International Solar Sunshade via ISS Satellites

Space Intel Report

Sweden Invests in Esrange Orbital Spaceport Development Sweden's defense procurement agency is significantly boosting efforts to transform the Esrange facility into an orbital spaceport, supporting the nation's aspirations for orbital-launch capabilities. This development marks a strategic move to enhance Sweden's position in the global space industry.

2024-12-18T08:07:06.458747-08:00

Sweden Invests in Esrange Orbital Spaceport Development

SpaceNews.com

Biden Administration Unveils Cislunar Space Policy Documents The Office of Science and Technology Policy has published its final plans for cislunar science and technology development, emphasizing the administration's commitment to advancing U.S. capabilities in lunar and deep space activities. This strategic initiative aligns with broader national space exploration goals.

2024-12-18T07:05:45.705452-08:00

Biden Administration Unveils Cislunar Space Policy Documents

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Proba-3 Spacecraft to Capture Extensive Solar Data The Proba-3 mission will use twin spacecraft flying in formation to block and observe the sun's hidden regions for up to six hours. This allows for detailed monitoring of solar flares and coronal mass ejections, providing unprecedented data on the sun's surface activities.

2024-12-17T14:35:37.110996-08:00

Proba-3 Spacecraft to Capture Extensive Solar Data

Defense Daily

SpaceX Seeks FAA Approval for 25 Annual Starship/Super Heavy Launches SpaceX is requesting clearance from the FAA to conduct 25 launches annually of its Starship and Super Heavy systems, which are touted for their reusability and potential to revolutionize space travel. The approval process underscores the regulatory considerations involved in increasing launch frequency.

2024-12-17T11:42:56.455874-08:00

SpaceX Seeks FAA Approval for 25 Annual Starship/Super Heavy Launches

Reuters

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Eutelsat Contracts Airbus for 100 OneWeb Satellites Delivery by 2026 Eutelsat has finalized a deal with Airbus Defence and Space to build 100 small satellites for the OneWeb constellation extension. The project aims to bolster OneWeb's LEO capabilities, with the first deliveries scheduled for late 2026 from Airbus's facilities in France.

2024-12-17T09:27:46.681307-08:00

Eutelsat Contracts Airbus for 100 OneWeb Satellites Delivery by 2026

The Space Review

USSF and NRO Tackle Threats to Commercial Space Systems Exploring strategies for defending US commercial space systems, this article delves into the USSF's and NRO’s initiatives such as the Joint Commercial Operations Cell and Commercial Systems Program Office. The enhanced security measures aim to safeguard national security interests amid the dynamic commercial space environment.

2024-12-17T08:41:17.611685-08:00

USSF and NRO Tackle Threats to Commercial Space Systems

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NRO Surpasses 100 Satellites with Successful NROL-149 Launch The National Reconnaissance Office achieved a milestone by exceeding 100 satellites in low Earth orbit with SpaceX's successful launch of the NROL-149 mission. This deployment enhances the agency's cost-effective, resilient architecture for improved national security surveillance capabilities.

2024-12-17T08:06:37.743933-08:00

NRO Surpasses 100 Satellites with Successful NROL-149 Launch

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