SpaceX’s Plan for Orbiting Data Centers Raises Concerns Over Growing Space Debris
SpaceX proposes retiring most of its orbiting data centers in graveyard orbits, sparking debate over the long-term risks of increased space debris in low Earth orbit.
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SpaceX’s Starfall Capsules Approved for Initial Reentry Tests to Advance In-Space Manufacturing
The FAA has authorized SpaceX to conduct two uncrewed reentry tests of Starfall capsules designed for rapid cargo delivery and in-space manufacturing support.
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Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Explosion Costs Over $150 Million, Bezos Pledges Recovery
Blue Origin’s latest New Glenn rocket test ended in a massive explosion costing more than $150 million, but Jeff Bezos promises to repair damage and continue development.
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SpaceX Successfully Deploys 29 Starlink Satellites Following Blue Origin Rocket Explosion
SpaceX launched 29 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit from Florida shortly after Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket explosion during a test at Cape Canaveral.
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Australian Space Startup Gilmour Space Extends $14.2 Million Funding Amid Space Market Surge
Gilmour Space Technologies secures an additional $14.2 million from Australian Retirement Trust, expanding its Series E round as excitement around space ventures grows.
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Amazon to Boost Satellite Deployment Using Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket
Amazon plans a significant satellite launch with Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket after recently resolving a launch failure, aiming to accelerate its broadband constellation deployment.
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Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Florida Test, Impacting Lunar Plans
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket, named after astronaut John Glenn, exploded during a test in Florida, delaying projects tied to NASA’s lunar exploration missions.
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Lunar Electromagnetic Catapults Pose Dual Civilian and Military Challenges in Space
Emerging plans to deploy electromagnetic mass drivers on the moon raise concerns over their potential use as both satellite launchers and strategic weapons platforms.
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Amazon to Acquire Apple’s 20% Stake in Globalstar as Part of $11.6 Billion Satellite Deal
Amazon will take over Apple’s 20% ownership in satellite provider Globalstar, aiming to expand direct-to-device satellite services beyond Apple’s current Emergency SOS feature.
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SpaceX Secures $2.29 Billion to Build U.S. Military’s Space Data Network Backbone
The U.S. Space Force awarded SpaceX a major contract to develop a satellite-based communications system that will provide secure, global real-time connectivity for military operations.
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FAA Grounds SpaceX’s Starship V3 Following Booster Hard Splashdown Incident
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has halted flights of SpaceX's Starship V3 after the booster failed a controlled landing, prompting a safety investigation.
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Tesla Considers High-Performance Plaid Powertrain for Model 3 Despite Engineering Challenges
Tesla explores adding a Plaid powertrain to the Model 3, aiming to boost performance beyond the current top Model 3 trim, although packaging constraints pose significant hurdles.