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DIU calls for near-term demo of space-to-space and space-to-ground power-beaming capability by 2030

The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has issued a call to industry seeking proposals to field an operational power-beaming capability via satellites. The effort targets power beaming between spacecraft (space-to-space) and downlink to Earth (space-to-ground), with an operational goal by 2030.

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2026-07-17T10:27:36.234562-07:00

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Ovzon reports 48% revenue growth and 38% EBITDA increase in Q2; company weighs timing for its second satellite

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2026-07-17T04:45:24.393807-07:00

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FCC approves first test launch for Reflect Orbital’s Eärendil-1 satellite

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2026-07-17T04:51:29.219067-07:00

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Study warns extreme solar storms could be more damaging to satellites, power grids and communications than previously estimated

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2026-07-17T03:10:03.859346-07:00

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DIU calls for near-term demo of space-to-space and space-to-ground power-beaming capability by 2030 The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has issued a call to industry seeking proposals to field an operational power-beaming capability via satellites. The effort targets power beaming between spacecraft (space-to-space) and downlink to Earth (space-to-ground), with an operational goal by 2030.

2026-07-17T10:27:36.234562-07:00

DIU calls for near-term demo of space-to-space and space-to-ground power-beaming capability by 2030

Universe Today

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FCC approves first test launch for Reflect Orbital’s Eärendil-1 satellite The US Federal Communications Commission has approved the first test launch of Reflect Orbital’s Eärendil-1 satellite, the initial step toward the company’s planned Reflect Orbital space reflector constellation. The approval clears the path for test-lifespan deployment under FCC authorization.

2026-07-17T04:51:29.219067-07:00

FCC approves first test launch for Reflect Orbital’s Eärendil-1 satellite

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Ovzon reports 48% revenue growth and 38% EBITDA increase in Q2; company weighs timing for its second satellite Swedish satellite operator and mobile satcom terminal manufacturer Ovzon said revenue for the three months ended June 30 rose 48% year over year and EBITDA increased 38%. Operating profit and cash flow also climbed materially, while the company said it is still considering its second-satellite plans.

2026-07-17T04:45:24.393807-07:00

Ovzon reports 48% revenue growth and 38% EBITDA increase in Q2; company weighs timing for its second satellite

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Study warns extreme solar storms could be more damaging to satellites, power grids and communications than previously estimated A new scientific study argues that “once-in-a-thousand-year” solar storms may pose higher-than-expected risks to space assets and critical terrestrial infrastructure. Researchers say worst-case geomagnetic conditions could translate into greater impacts for satellites, power grids and communications than earlier threat models suggested.

2026-07-17T03:10:03.859346-07:00

Study warns extreme solar storms could be more damaging to satellites, power grids and communications than previously estimated

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Slingshot Aerospace awarded $69.2M by U.S. Space Force for AI-powered mission rehearsal and operational training Slingshot Aerospace has won a $69.2 million award supporting the U.S. Space Force’s digital transformation. Over a 4.5-year period, the program will deliver AI-powered mission rehearsal and operational training capabilities for Guardians tasked with protecting and defending the U.S.

2026-07-17T01:12:27.030066-07:00

Slingshot Aerospace awarded $69.2M by U.S. Space Force for AI-powered mission rehearsal and operational training

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Nature Astronomy study proposes satellite method to detect thermonuclear warheads in orbit A study published in *Nature Astronomy* outlines a new satellite design and detection technique intended to identify thermonuclear warheads while they are in space. The work focuses on improving observational capability for nuclear-weapons monitoring beyond ground-based approaches.

2026-07-16T13:44:27.071907-07:00

Nature Astronomy study proposes satellite method to detect thermonuclear warheads in orbit

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Nature study identifies a new way to spot nuclear weapons in orbit

2026-07-16T13:44:27.071907-07:00

Nature study identifies a new

Defense Daily

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Nominee for U.S. Space Force chief Lt. Gen. Schiess cites “moving target indication” as a top priority Lt. Gen. Schiess—nominated for chief of the U.S. Space Force—has identified “moving target indication” as one of his top priorities, underscoring the service’s focus on tracking and identifying dynamically changing threats.

2026-07-16T12:09:36.410336-07:00

Nominee for U.S. Space Force chief Lt. Gen. Schiess cites “moving target indication” as a top priority

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