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thedebrief.org • Tim McMillan

DARPA robot autonomously assembles a structure in orbit, demonstrating a path to larger space telescopes and solar arrays

A DARPA robot has assembled part of an antenna structure in orbit, marking a first-of-its-kind demonstration of robotic construction in space. The capability could enable spacecraft too large to launch in one piece, including giant telescopes and solar power arrays.

Space.com • Elizabeth Howell

A robot just built a structure autonomously in space for the 1st time ever

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2026-11-10T05:34:51.580439-08:00

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European Spaceflight • Andrew Parsonson

DLR to Purchase 80 Red Kite Sounding Rocket Motors

By European Spaceflight: DLR plans to purchase 80 Red Kite solid rocket motors from Bayern-Chemie to support future sounding rocket missions.

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2026-11-10T08:04:53.099184-08:00

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Ars Technica • Eric Berger

One space station company sues another for copying its work

By Ars Technica: NASA advised that Vast’s submission in some locations substituted 'the PAM Provider' for Axiom".

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2026-11-10T08:19:14.330234-08:00

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Space.com • Micah Hanks

Were there 'lost cosmonauts' in the early Soviet space program?

By Space.com: At the height of the Cold War, two amateur radio operators alleged they intercepted signals from Soviet cosmonauts who perished during missions that remained secret.

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2026-11-10T09:19:16.130788-08:00

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Space.com • Robert Lea

Curiosity Mars rover sizes up new 'Nazca' dig site | Space photo of the day for Nov. 10, 2026

By Space.com: NASA's Curiosity Mars rover is sizing up its next dig site on the Red Planet. The Curiosity team will characterize the surface composition of "Nazca" as thoroughly as possible before drilling.

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2026-11-10T07:05:43.722025-08:00

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SpaceNews.com • Sandra Erwin

Iridium pitches new satellite services as it awaits Pentagon contract renewal

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2026-11-10T09:25:42.356752-08:00

Space Exploration & Science Missions

Universe Today • Andy Tomaswick

Tiny Solar Whirlpools May Hold the Secret to the Sun’s Blistering Corona

By Universe Today: For the second time in a few weeks, we’re writing about research into the temperature gap between the Sun’s surface and its corona.

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2026-11-10T06:15:37.468455-08:00

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CNBC • Michael Bloom

Here are Tuesday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, SpaceX, American Airlines, Ralph Lauren, MongoDB & more

By CNBC: Here are Tuesday's biggest calls on Wall Street: Morgan Stanley reiterates SpaceX as overweight Morgan Stanley said it's sticking with the space stock.

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2026-11-10T06:04:52.607293-08:00

DARPA robot autonomously assembles a structure in orbit, demonstrating a path to larger space telescopes and solar arrays

A robot just built a structure autonomously in space for the 1st time ever

DLR to Purchase 80 Red Kite Sounding Rocket Motors

One space station company sues another for copying its work

Were there 'lost cosmonauts' in the early Soviet space program?

Curiosity Mars rover sizes up new 'Nazca' dig site | Space photo of the day for Nov. 10, 2026

Iridium pitches new satellite services as it awaits Pentagon contract renewal

Tiny Solar Whirlpools May Hold the Secret to the Sun’s Blistering Corona

Here are Tuesday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, SpaceX, American Airlines, Ralph Lauren, MongoDB & more

Were there 'lost cosmonauts' in the early Soviet space program?

Iridium pitches new satellite services as it awaits Pentagon contract renewal

DLR to Purchase 80 Red Kite Sounding Rocket Motors

DARPA Robot Builds a Structure in Space for the First Time, Opening the Door to Giant Orbiting Spacecraft

One space station company sues another for copying its work

Curiosity Mars rover sizes up new 'Nazca' dig site | Space photo of the day for Nov. 10, 2026

High demand prompts Rocket Lab to raise launch prices

Enpulsion and Orbion collaborate on spacecraft propulsion systems

UK’s SaxaVord awaits first launch as RFA One flight moves to 2027

ESCAPADE on its way to Mars after Earth flybys

NASA advances lunar-base plans with $10B CLPS 2 lander pool, $1.3B in launch task orders and a nuclear-powered rover targeted fo

NASA awards lunar transport, lander and technology work to advance Moon Base plans

NASA opens astronaut applications through Dec. 3 and plans aerospace exhibition to rival Paris Air Show

Opinion: China outlines its strategy to reach the moon before NASA

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