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Astroscale launches AIRS initiative to improve data on atmospheric impacts from reentered spacecraft

Astroscale is leading the “Atmospheric Impacts of Reentered Spacecraft” (AIRS) initiative to advance study of how reentered spacecraft affect the atmosphere, combining better environmental data collection with protection of sensitive commercial information. Planet Labs joins as a founding participant to support the effort with its Earth-observation data capabilities.

2026-06-09T12:42:16.610956-07:00

NASA Spaceflight

SpaceX Starbase moves Booster 20 into cryogenic testing for upcoming Starship Flight 13

2026-06-09T06:12:47.197899-07:00

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Prada and Axiom Space unveil Liquid Cooling and Ventilation Garment (LCVG) for NASA’s Artemis III lunar spacesuits

2026-06-08T04:48:23.347767-07:00

Politico

NASA quietly solicits congressional support to stay on Trump moon-landing timeline

2026-06-08T15:56:45.162225-07:00

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“2-in-1” monopropellant propulsion concept targets Mars transfer with shared feeds for electric and chemical thrusters A new in-space test will validate a combined propulsion architecture that routes the same monopropellant fuel into both electrical and chemical thrusters. The approach is designed to cut spacecraft mass and reduce propulsion-system complexity, aiming to improve feasibility for future Mars missions.

2026-06-09T13:10:15.782310-07:00

“2-in-1” monopropellant propulsion concept targets Mars transfer with shared feeds for electric and chemical thrusters

Via Satellite

Astroscale launches AIRS initiative to improve data on atmospheric impacts from reentered spacecraft Astroscale is leading the “Atmospheric Impacts of Reentered Spacecraft” (AIRS) initiative to advance study of how reentered spacecraft affect the atmosphere, combining better environmental data collection with protection of sensitive commercial information. Planet Labs joins as a founding participant to support the effort with its Earth-observation data capabilities.

2026-06-09T12:42:16.610956-07:00

Astroscale launches AIRS initiative to improve data on atmospheric impacts from reentered spacecraft

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SpaceX Starbase moves Booster 20 into cryogenic testing for upcoming Starship Flight 13 SpaceX says Starbase teams are already in preparations for the next integrated flight test after the conclusion of Starship Flight 12, moving Booster 20 into cryogenic testing ahead of Starship Flight 13. The step signals the program’s continued push through its high-tempo test cadence.

2026-06-09T06:12:47.197899-07:00

SpaceX Starbase moves Booster 20 into cryogenic testing for upcoming Starship Flight 13

Politico

NASA quietly solicits congressional support to stay on Trump moon-landing timeline NASA has begun outreach to lawmakers as it works to meet President Trump’s moon-landing schedule. The effort signals an internal push to align Artemis-related priorities and near-term funding expectations with congressional action to protect timeline momentum.

2026-06-08T15:56:45.162225-07:00

NASA quietly solicits congressional support to stay on Trump moon-landing timeline

Universe Today

Satellite trails overwhelm space telescopes’ “clear skies,” threatening optical astronomy data quality Space telescopes are increasingly forced to contend with satellite trails—an effects-driven byproduct of the rising satellite population that degrades observing conditions and complicates data collection. The broader trend is adding pressure on operators and astronomers to adapt observing strategies and reduce interference.

2026-06-08T12:56:33.659859-07:00

Satellite trails overwhelm space telescopes’ “clear skies,” threatening optical astronomy data quality

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Prada and Axiom Space unveil Liquid Cooling and Ventilation Garment (LCVG) for NASA’s Artemis III lunar spacesuits Prada and Axiom Space have revealed the Liquid Cooling and Ventilation Garment (LCVG), the high-performance inner layer that Artemis astronauts will wear beneath next-generation lunar spacesuits for Artemis III. The partnership focuses on moon-suit thermal management designed to help crews survive extreme lunar conditions.

2026-06-08T04:48:23.347767-07:00

Prada and Axiom Space unveil Liquid Cooling and Ventilation Garment (LCVG) for NASA’s Artemis III lunar spacesuits

SpaceWatch Global

Artemis III crew selection signals NASA’s direction for lunar base buildout and commercial partnerships Ahead of NASA’s Artemis III crew announcement, analysis suggests the chosen astronauts could offer clues to how NASA is evolving its Moon base strategy—especially the balance between agency-led architecture and commercial roles across surface operations, logistics, and human spaceflight beyond Earth orbit.

2026-06-08T01:11:18.030213-07:00

Artemis III crew selection signals NASA’s direction for lunar base buildout and commercial partnerships

SpaceWatch Global

OHB begins RAMSES planetary defense spacecraft build for spring 2028 launch OHB has started construction of the RAMSES planetary defense mission spacecraft, targeting a spring 2028 launch. The move locks in an end-to-end schedule milestone for the spacecraft build ahead of integration and test, positioning RAMSES to meet its planned launch window.

2026-06-08T00:11:15.037658-07:00

OHB begins RAMSES planetary defense spacecraft build for spring 2028 launch

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Astroscale launches AIRS initiative to improve data on atmospheric impacts from reentered spacecraft

SpaceX Starbase moves Booster 20 into cryogenic testing for upcoming Starship Flight 13

Prada and Axiom Space unveil Liquid Cooling and Ventilation Garment (LCVG) for NASA’s Artemis III lunar spacesuits

NASA quietly solicits congressional support to stay on Trump moon-landing timeline

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