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SpaceNews.com • Sandra Erwin

New report warns U.S. space assets vulnerable to Russian escalation

A new report warns that U.S. space assets are vulnerable to Russian escalation in orbit, exposing weaknesses in resilience and deterrence that could threaten military, intelligence and communications capabilities. The assessment calls attention to urgent gaps in U.S. preparedness against intentional on‑orbit hostilities.

2026-01-21T05:15:57.390108-08:00
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Universe Today • Andy Tomaswick

NC State develops self-healing composite for satellites; startup formed

By Universe Today: Material science plays an absolutely critical role in space exploration. So when a new type of self-healing composite is announced, it’s worth a look–especially when the press release specifically calls out its ability to repair microtears associated with micrometeoroid impacts on satellites.

2026-01-21T05:06:33.747419-08:00