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New Glenn's journey to space.

Blue Origin successfully launched New Glenn into orbit, marking a milestone in its space ambitions.

The rocket's launch provides Blue Origin with a newfound position to compete with SpaceX.

Tech industry

Blue Origin delays launch of New Glenn mega-rocket | TechCrunch

Delays in Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket launch highlight the challenges faced in space exploration.

The success of New Glenn is vital for Blue Origin to compete in the heavy-lift market.

Blue Origin planned New Glenn's launch as a crucial step in expanding its operations from sub-orbital to orbital.

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11 months ago

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SpaceX sends another 23 Starlink satellites to orbit

SpaceX launched 23 Starlink satellites with a veteran Falcon 9 booster. Batches shifting launch times for operational efficiency.

3 weeks ago

SpaceX scores $5.9B in Space Force launch contracts

US allocates $5.9 billion to SpaceX for national security space missions, reflecting a shift towards privatization in defense spending.

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Science

New Glenn's journey to space.

Blue Origin successfully launched New Glenn into orbit, marking a milestone in its space ambitions.

The rocket's launch provides Blue Origin with a newfound position to compete with SpaceX.

Tech industry

Blue Origin delays launch of New Glenn mega-rocket | TechCrunch

Delays in Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket launch highlight the challenges faced in space exploration.

The success of New Glenn is vital for Blue Origin to compete in the heavy-lift market.

Blue Origin planned New Glenn's launch as a crucial step in expanding its operations from sub-orbital to orbital.

fromTESLARATI

11 months ago

Science

SpaceX sends another 23 Starlink satellites to orbit

SpaceX launched 23 Starlink satellites with a veteran Falcon 9 booster. Batches shifting launch times for operational efficiency.

SpinLaunch-yes, the centrifuge rocket company-is making a hard pivot to satellites

SpinLaunch aims to revolutionize space launches using a unique kinetic system despite facing uncertainties and leadership changes.

Orbital rocket launches from Western Europe for first time

Isar Aerospace's Spectrum rocket launch marks a milestone for vertical orbital launches in Western Europe despite its failure shortly after liftoff.

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Germany's Isar Aerospace conducts first test flight of its rocket; calls it 'great success' despite crashing seconds after takeoff - Silicon Canals

Isar Aerospace successfully conducted its first test flight of the Spectrum launch vehicle, demonstrating the company's capabilities and commitment to future missions.

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European startups

German space rocket explodes seconds into test flight DW 03/30/2025

Isar Aerospace successfully launched the first orbital rocket from continental Europe, despite it crashing after 30 seconds in flight.

European startups

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Orbital rocket launches from Western Europe for first time

Isar Aerospace's Spectrum rocket launch marks a milestone for vertical orbital launches in Western Europe despite its failure shortly after liftoff.

fromSilicon Canals

Germany's Isar Aerospace conducts first test flight of its rocket; calls it 'great success' despite crashing seconds after takeoff - Silicon Canals

Isar Aerospace successfully conducted its first test flight of the Spectrum launch vehicle, demonstrating the company's capabilities and commitment to future missions.

fromwww.dw.com

European startups

German space rocket explodes seconds into test flight DW 03/30/2025

Isar Aerospace successfully launched the first orbital rocket from continental Europe, despite it crashing after 30 seconds in flight.

How to Watch NASA's SPHEREx and PUNCH Missions Launch on a SpaceX Rocket

NASA's SPHEREx and PUNCH missions are set to launch, with one investigating the universe and the other observing solar phenomena.

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Suni Williams Just Became the First Woman To Test Fly An Orbital Spacecraft

NASA astronauts debut Boeing Starliner spacecraft named Calypso, marking its sixth new spacecraft debut.

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How to Watch NASA's SPHEREx and PUNCH Missions Launch on a SpaceX Rocket

NASA's SPHEREx and PUNCH missions are set to launch, with one investigating the universe and the other observing solar phenomena.

OMG science

fromInverse

Suni Williams Just Became the First Woman To Test Fly An Orbital Spacecraft

NASA astronauts debut Boeing Starliner spacecraft named Calypso, marking its sixth new spacecraft debut.

Eric Schmidt joins Relativity Space as CEO | TechCrunch

Eric Schmidt is now CEO of Relativity Space, marking his return to a leadership role after 15 years since leaving Google.

Science

July 9 is the date for the for first launch of Ariane 6

Ariane 6 rocket scheduled for July 9 launch from French Guiana, aiming to provide more flexibility and cost-effectiveness compared to Ariane 5.

6 months ago

Science

Rocket Report: ULA investigating SRB anomaly; Europa Clipper is ready to fly

PLD Space is pushing boundaries with new rockets and a crew capsule, aiming high despite prior limitations in achieving orbital launches.

NYC startup

Eric Schmidt joins Relativity Space as CEO | TechCrunch

Eric Schmidt is now CEO of Relativity Space, marking his return to a leadership role after 15 years since leaving Google.

Science

July 9 is the date for the for first launch of Ariane 6

Ariane 6 rocket scheduled for July 9 launch from French Guiana, aiming to provide more flexibility and cost-effectiveness compared to Ariane 5.

6 months ago

Science

Rocket Report: ULA investigating SRB anomaly; Europa Clipper is ready to fly

PLD Space is pushing boundaries with new rockets and a crew capsule, aiming high despite prior limitations in achieving orbital launches.

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The Bay Area startup with a 'bats-t' plan to take on Elon Musk's SpaceX

Longshot Space aims to revolutionize satellite launches with a unique projectile launcher powered by pressurized gas.

2 months ago

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Rocket Report: SpaceX tosses away a Falcon 9; a Somalian spaceport?

UK government invests $25 million in Orbex, signaling strong support for European launch sector.

Orbex suspends spaceport plans to focus on developing its microlauncher and larger Proxima rocket.

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Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket launches into orbit on its maiden flight

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket successfully reached space, despite losing its booster during its maiden flight.

Science

Longshot Space closes over $5M in new funding to build space gun in the desert | TechCrunch

Longshot Space is developing a kinetic launch system aimed at significantly reducing the cost of sending payloads to orbit.

The innovative design prioritizes safety and feasibility, particularly as it transitions from prototype to larger-scale operations.

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2 months ago

The Bay Area startup with a 'bats-t' plan to take on Elon Musk's SpaceX

Longshot Space aims to revolutionize satellite launches with a unique projectile launcher powered by pressurized gas.

2 months ago

Science

Rocket Report: SpaceX tosses away a Falcon 9; a Somalian spaceport?

UK government invests $25 million in Orbex, signaling strong support for European launch sector.

Orbex suspends spaceport plans to focus on developing its microlauncher and larger Proxima rocket.

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Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket launches into orbit on its maiden flight

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket successfully reached space, despite losing its booster during its maiden flight.

Science

Longshot Space closes over $5M in new funding to build space gun in the desert | TechCrunch

Longshot Space is developing a kinetic launch system aimed at significantly reducing the cost of sending payloads to orbit.

The innovative design prioritizes safety and feasibility, particularly as it transitions from prototype to larger-scale operations.

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Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin Launches New Glenn Rocket Into Orbit | Entrepreneur

Blue Origin successfully launched its New Glenn rocket into orbit, marking a significant milestone for the company in space exploration.

#satellite-technology

Exclusive: SpinLaunch raises $11M but hoped to raise much more, source says

SpinLaunch is raising $11.5 million, down from an earlier $350 million target, to fund its innovative kinetic launch technology.

Science

China launches first next-gen Long March 12 rocket

China successfully launched the Long March 12 rocket from a commercial spaceport, enhancing its satellite deployment capabilities.

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Science

Britain to finally join the space race! First UK launch gets go-ahead

Britain is set to achieve its first satellite launch from UK soil with the RFA One rocket from SaxaVord Spaceport this year.

Exclusive: SpinLaunch raises $11M but hoped to raise much more, source says

SpinLaunch is raising $11.5 million, down from an earlier $350 million target, to fund its innovative kinetic launch technology.

Science

China launches first next-gen Long March 12 rocket

China successfully launched the Long March 12 rocket from a commercial spaceport, enhancing its satellite deployment capabilities.

fromMail Online

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Science

Britain to finally join the space race! First UK launch gets go-ahead

Britain is set to achieve its first satellite launch from UK soil with the RFA One rocket from SaxaVord Spaceport this year.

Science

Rocket Report: Chinese national flies drone near Falcon 9, Trouble down under

A collaboration between Avio and MaiaSpace could enhance their operational capabilities and efficiency in the small satellite launch market.

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Vega launches Sentinel-2C in 'fitting' swan song for European rocket

The launch of Sentinel-2C marks the end of Vega's operational era, highlighting both achievements and challenges in Europe's space endeavors.

Science

Vega rocket's last blast launches Sentinel-2C satellites

The successful launch of Sentinel-2C marks the end of the Vega rocket program, prompting a need for the upcoming Vega-C.

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Vega launches Sentinel-2C in 'fitting' swan song for European rocket

The launch of Sentinel-2C marks the end of Vega's operational era, highlighting both achievements and challenges in Europe's space endeavors.