Posts by Space Foundation Editorial Team
Aerojet Rocketdyne Delivers Power Generator for Mars 2020 Rover
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Aug. 7, 2018) – Aerojet Rocketdyne, in collaboration with Teledyne, recently delivered the electrical power generator for NASA’s Mars 2020 rover to the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Idaho National Laboratory (INL), where it will be fueled, tested and readied for flight. In addition to providing the primary power source for the…
Read MoreAerojet Rocketdyne Boosters Complete Simulated Air-Launch Tests
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Aug. 6, 2018) – Aerojet Rocketdyne’s advanced tactical booster program recently completed two successful hot-fire tests of a motor that had been conditioned to mimic extreme cold- and hot-soak conditions for air-launch application. The tests took place at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Edwards Air Force Base in California. “Aerojet…
Read MoreSpace Foundation Welcomes Newest Corporate Member
The Space Foundation receives support from a wide range of Corporate Members, who make it possible for us to successfully deliver programs that advance space-related endeavors. In return, our Corporate Members receive recognition, marketing, business development and networking opportunities, reports on important space issues and opportunities for deep involvement in the annual Space Symposium.
Read MoreJim Maser Joins Aerojet Rocketdyne as Senior Vice President, Space Business Unit
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Aug. 1, 2018) – Aerojet Rocketdyne announced today that Jim Maser will join the company on Aug. 13 as senior vice president of the Space Business Unit, reporting directly to CEO and President Eileen Drake. In this role, Maser will oversee all NASA programs, defense and commercial launch systems, advanced space and…
Read MoreSupporting and Celebrating Space Technology
The Space Foundation established the Space Technology Hall of Fame® to increase public appreciation of the many practical benefits of space exploration and to encourage further innovation.
Read MorePetit Family Foundation to Host ‘Soar to the Stars’ Gala for Girls' STEM Education
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (July 23, 2018) – This year marks the tenth anniversary of the Petit Family Foundation, and a decade of supporting the education of young people, especially girls and women in the sciences.
This fall, the Petit Family Foundation will support a new initiative. It is partnering with the Space Foundation to present the ‘Soar to the Stars’ gala, to be held Saturday, Oct. 27, at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford.
Read MoreSpace Foundation Report Reveals Global Space Economy at $383.5 Billion in 2017
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (July 19, 2018) – The Space Foundation today released the findings of its publication The Space Report 2018: The Authoritative Guide to Global Space Activity. The Space Report is the definitive body of information about the global space industry. The findings in the 2018 report revealed that in 2017, the global space…
Read MoreAerojet Rocketdyne Demonstrates 24-Hour Turnaround of AR-22 Engine for Experimental Spaceplane Concept
STENNIS, Miss. (July 10, 2018) – Aerojet Rocketdyne successfully fired its AR-22 booster rocket engine an unprecedented 10 times in 240 hours at NASA Stennis Space Center, demonstrating the feasibility of rapidly recycling the engine to enable a reusable launch vehicle capable of high-tempo, aircraft-like flight operations. “Aerojet Rocketdyne has continued to refine the reusable…
Read MoreOrion Jettison Motor Ready for Crew Escape System Test
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (July 9, 2018) – Aerojet Rocketdyne recently passed a key milestone in preparation for the Ascent Abort Test (AA-2) next year with the successful casting of the Jettison Motor for the Lockheed Martin-built Orion spacecraft’s Launch Abort System (LAS). AA-2 is a full-stress test of NASA’s Orion LAS, which includes the Jettison…
Read MoreNomination Period Opens for 2019 General James E. Hill Lifetime Space Achievement Award
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (June 27, 2018) – The Space Foundation is now accepting nominations for its highest award, the General James E. Hill Lifetime Space Achievement Award. Honoring its late, long-time chairman, Gen. James E. Hill, USAF (Ret.), the award recognizes outstanding individuals who have distinguished themselves through lifetime contributions to humankind through exploration, development…
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