Posts by Space Foundation Editorial Team
The Foundation for the Future and the High-Speed Flight-FastForward Project Sign Collaboration Agreement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 25th, 2021 36th Space Symposium, Colorado Springs, Colorado ANNOUNCEMENT The Foundation for the Future and the High-Speed Flight-FastForward Project Sign Collaboration Agreement to Further America’s Success in Space Through Transportation and Infrastructure Projects Leading to Point-to-Point High Speed Space Transportation PRESS RELEASE Tim Chrisman Executive Director of the Foundation for the Future…
Read MoreStarLab Oasis Opens in Abu Dhabi
Nanoracks ventures into the Space AgTech sector ABU DHABI, UAE- August 25, 2021- Nanoracks, the world’s leading provider of commercial access to space, is pleased to announce the launch of a new Space AgTech company, StarLab Oasis. This expansion highlights Nanoracks commitment to address the growing problems of desertification, climate change, water scarcity and food…
Read MoreCrossover to Electric Aircraft Well Progressed, Says IDTechEx
For Immediate Release Crossover to Electric Aircraft Well Progressed, Says IDTechEx Thursday 26 August 2021 IDTechEx Cambridge, UK Electraflyer has announced that it has passed crossover, meaning it now sells more battery-electric aircraft than polluting ones. Pipistrel sold over 100 battery-electric aircraft last year as they take over from its traditional offerings. Bye Aerospace does…
Read MoreAstroscale’s ELSA-d Successfully Demonstrates Repeated Magnetic Capture
Tokyo, Japan, Aug. 26, 2021 – Astroscale’s End-of-Life Services by Astroscale-demonstration (ELSA-d) successfully tested its ability to capture its client spacecraft using the servicer’s magnetic capture system, in a demonstration performed on Wednesday, August 25 (UTC). A major challenge of debris removal, and on-orbit servicing in general, is docking with or capturing a client object; this test demonstration served as a successful validation of ELSA-d’s ability to dock with a client, such as a defunct satellite. When ELSA-d…
Read MoreSpace Foundation and ICESCO Sign Joint Public Partnership Agreement Events Tie Benefits of Space Science and Technology to Economic Development Worldwide
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Aug. 25, 2021 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit advocate organization founded in 1983 for the global space ecosystem, today signed an agreement at the 36th Space Symposium, expanding the organization’s emerging partnership with ICESCO (Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization). Space Foundation CEO Tom Zelibor (RADM, U.S. Navy, ret.) welcomed…
Read MoreNorthStar Earth & Space secures radio frequency spectrum license approval for planned satellite constellation
Government of Canada authorization in principle is key milestone for NorthStar MONTREAL, CANADA, 24 AUGUST 2021 — NorthStar Earth & Space (NorthStar) has received approval in principle from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) authorizing NorthStar to use all of the company’s requested radio frequency spectrum allocation for its planned 52-satellite constellation that will…
Read MoreSpace Foundation Partners With SAIC at Space Symposium With First Inclusive Cohort for a Joint Space Commerce Entrepreneurship Program
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Aug. 24, 2021 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit advocate organization founded in 1983 for the global space ecosystem, today formalized its partnership with Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC), a premier Fortune 500 technology integrator driving our nation’s digital transformation. SAIC joined Space Foundation in announcing the first inclusive space cohort of…
Read MoreNASA selects L3Harris to guide Mars Mission samples home
Highlights: L3Harris will provide secure data transmission for complex mission Provider of choice for Mars missions using unique, multi-band communication solution Extends trusted relationship with Jet Propulsion Laboratory MELBOURNE, Fla., August 24, 2021 — NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) has selected L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) to provide the latest Universal Space Transponder (UST) for the Mars…
Read MoreIntuitive Machines selects MDA Lunar landing sensors to support first US mission to the Moon in 50 years
Contract represents the fourth Lunar sensor award for MDA as the number of planned Moon missions grows August 23, 2021 (Colorado Springs, CO) MDA Ltd. (TSX:MDA), a leading provider of advanced technology and services to the rapidly-expanding global space industry, today announced that it has signed an agreement with Intuitive Machines, LLC to provide Lunar…
Read MoreFive Accept High Honors at 36th Space Symposium Opening Ceremonies
Awardees Recognized for Excellence in Space Education, Space Achievement, Public Outreach, Space Exploration and Lifetime Space Achievement COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Aug. 23, 2021 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit advocate organization founded in 1983, today announced that five honorees have accepted awards for their distinguished achievements in the global space ecosystem. Kaci Heins Accepts the…
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