An excellent article following the history and changing market for satellite launch, focusing on Arianespace's direction and development of Ariane-6.
I was happy to speak on this, and glad to share insights of what Analysys Mason has seen for satellite launch markets.
What do you think? Is the new launch of Ariane-6 bittersweet, or the start of something new and exciting? #Satellite#launch
Europe's #Ariane6 6 rocket nailed a nearly flawless debut flight yesterday. The victory is bittersweet, however. Delayed by 4 years, the rocket, designed to compete with an early Falcon 9, is entering a different world than for which it was intended. I discussed Araine 6's past and future with Maxime Puteaux 🚀and Dallas Kasaboskihttps://lnkd.in/dsN_4j-U
Thanks Tereza Pultarova for the discussion about #Ariane6's maiden launch along Dallas Kasaboski. Delayed by 4 years, the rocket, designed to compete with an early Falcon 9, is entering a different world (in which Starship will be around) than for which it was intended but satellite operators made it clear that they want more launch supply.
While Ariane 6's backlog accounts for 56 launches to date, reflecting sign of trust from the market, many challenges are still arround for the Europe's workhorse.
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ISRO announced its plan to launch the GSAT 20 satellite using SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket in August, marking a significant shift from previous launch partnerships. GSAT 20, weighing 4,700 kg, boasts high throughput capacity and 32 spot beams to enhance connectivity across India, focusing on Northeastern regions. Managed by ISRO's commercial arm NSIL, 80% of its capacity is already contracted to a private buyer.
With India's heavy-lift rocket undergoing development, ISRO turned to SpaceX for this critical launch. This collaboration not only underscores Indo-US space cooperation but also highlights India's growing role in the global space industry.
Additionally, ISRO's partnership with Space Machines Company signifies a pioneering Indo-Australian collaboration, set to launch Australia's largest spacecraft aboard NSIL's SSLV in 2026.
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RIDE! #SpaceBubble - From April 8th to April 14th. Read in less than 30 seconds the 5 launch vehicles' news from this week that you really shouldn't have missed! ⬇️⬇️⬇️
Let's go back to the news: 6 launches last week:
🚀 Falcon 9
🚀 Delta IV Heavy
🚀 Falcon 9
🚀 Angara A5
🚀 Falcon 9
🚀 Falcon 9
📰 NEWS 📰
▶ United Launch Alliance (ULA) achieves a successful launch of the Final Delta IV Heavy Rocket, signifying the conclusion of an era.
In January 2024, they performed and successfully completed their maiden #VulcanCentaur flight.
▶ Rocket Lab has brought back a previously flown Electron rocket to the production line in readiness for its first reflight.
▶ Russia launches the first Angara-A5 space rocket from a cosmodrome in the Far East. Roscosmos
▶ Infinity Space Providers launches a prototype of its fully reusable launcher.
▶ The U.S. government intends to conduct a review of export controls for space technology. U.S. Department of Commerce & U.S. Department of State
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🚀 Let me tell you about ARIANESPACE, a European launch provider that's on a mission to revolutionize space travel with the Ariane 6 rocket! 🌌
Founded in 1980, Arianespace was the world's first commercial launch services provider. It's a joint venture between Airbus Defence and Space, Safran, and the French space agency CNES. 🌍
With the support of the European Investment Bank and the European Commission, Arianespace has secured over €100 million in funding! 💰 They're collaborating with a network of hundreds of companies across 13 European countries, led by the prime contractor ArianeGroup, to develop Ariane 6. 🤝
Now, let's talk about Ariane 6. It's a game-changer! 🚀 This European rocket is designed to replace the Ariane 5 and is capable of launching large payloads, even to Mars! 🛰️ What's really exciting is that Ariane 6 is designed to be reusable, making space travel more sustainable. It comes in two versions, Ariane 62 with two strap-on boosters and Ariane 64 with four strap-on boosters, depending on the mission's requirements! 🚀
But like all great endeavors, Ariane 6 has faced its share of challenges. Technical issues, the impact of COVID-19, and design changes caused some delays, as reported by Reuters. 🦠🔧 The inaugural launch, originally planned for 2020, is now set for 2024.
The scientific community and influential publications haven't weighed in on Ariane 6's potential for Mars missions just yet. 🤔 But here's the deal – the development of Ariane 6 has the potential to change the space industry as we know it. Reusable and capable of launching hefty payloads to Mars, it's a rocket that could take us to new heights! 🌠🔴
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Ariane 6 to Launch SpaceCase SC-X01 for Heat Shield Demonstration, Paris, France (SPX) Jun 07, 2024 Europe's newest rocket, Ariane 6, is set to launch soon, carrying multiple space missions with diverse objectives and destinations. The first flight of Ariane 6 will demonstrate its versatility and flexibility as a heavy-lift launcher. This article focuses on SpaceCase SC-X01 and highlights other missions on board. Among the various missions, two have unique objectives compared to the othe, : Paris, France
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The core and second stages of the highly anticipated #ariane6 rocket have successfully arrived at their launch site in #French Guiana!
After a ten-day transatlantic journey, the cargo ship #Canopée delivered these crucial components, marking a significant milestone in #developing#Europe's next-generation launch vehicle.
Now, the work begins!
The #stages will be integrated and rigorously tested in the coming months, with a targeted launch window between June 15th and July 31st.
While there's an ongoing #investigation into a recent test anomaly, ESA assures that it won't impact the maiden #flight, as the test simulated extreme #conditions beyond what the rocket will encounter on its first mission.
Stay tuned for further updates as #Europe's spacefaring ambitions inch closer to reality!
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Rocket on the move – Ariane 6 main stage transport timelapse, Video: 00:01:27 A timelapse of the main stage for the first Ariane 6 rocket as it left the ArianeGroup assembly hall in Les Mureaux, France, on 6 February 2024.The main stage was constructed in Les Mureaux, France, at ArianeGroup’s assembly hall. After liftoff the main stage for Ariane 6 will fire its Vulcain 2.1 engine and provide steering for eight minutes on the rocket’s ascent into space.The upper and main stage form the central core of
The ISRO - Indian Space Research Organisation has developed a lightweight carbon-carbon (C-C) nozzle for rocket engines that can reduce mass by about 67% compared to current nozzles. This development is particularly significant for ISRO's Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), whose fourth stage, PS4, currently uses twin engines with nozzles made from Columbium alloy. Replacing these metallic nozzles with C-C nozzles is projected to increase the PSLV's payload capability by 15 kg.
🚀 Ariane 6 on track for 2024 debut with milestones met amid past struggles
The Ariane 6 Launcher Task Force provided reassuring news that, despite past delays, Europe's next-generation rocket remains on target for a mid-2024 maiden flight after successfully completing recent tests simulating launches. European Space Agency - ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher expressed satisfaction at the progress.
More evaluations are planned this December before finalizing the launch window. Though smaller payloads will fly first, officials aim to ramp up to 9-10 commercial flights in 2025 to compete. While economic and workflow challenges persist in the supply chain, leaders are taking steps to control costs and ensure reliable autonomous access to space.
Follow Ariane 6's crescendo toward launch as a European heavy lift capability reborn! 🚀🚀🚀
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