The U.S. Space Force delivered two laser retroflector arrays built by NASA and the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGIA) to Lockheed Martin for upcoming GPS satellites. https://lnkd.in/gtpNHNtU
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More about the First Moon Landing and Huntsville's Part in it!
Fifty-five years ago, Huntsville and the world saw something never seen before and rarely since: images of people on another world. The Huntsville Times spoke with Brian Odom, NASA’s chief historian, about the significance of July 20, 1969, for people in North Alabama. Here are five things we learned. https://lnkd.in/e-jA8qu9
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NASA Picks Lockheed Martin to Build Next-Gen Weather Satellite NASA and Lockheed Martin have signed a $2.27 billion contract for three new weather satellites, with the potential for four more. Scheduled to launch in the early 2030s, these satellites will enhance geostationary orbit observations, address environmental issues, and analyze climate effects. Positioned centrally, west, and east, they will carry instruments for atmospheric composition, infrared sounding, lightning mapping, ocean color, and imaging. This program follows Lockheed's GOES-R mission, which has a history of over 120 launches for military and civil agencies, providing advanced weather monitoring capabilities. https://lnkd.in/eYEN27p9
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MIKE WALL, from space.com That statement revealed that USSF-124 will send six satellites to orbit — two for the Missile Defense Agency and four for the Space Development Agency — but did not describe the spacecraft or their envisioned orbital duties. "With each national security launch, we continue to strengthen America’s capabilities and its deterrence in the face of growing threats while adding stability to a very dynamic world," Col. Jim Horne, senior materiel leader for Space System Command's Launch Execution Delta, said in the emailed statement. "It's what we do in the Space Force, and we take that charge seriously." STORIES: USSF-124 could be part of a very busy stretch in spaceflight. At 7:30 p.m. EST tonight (0030 GMT on Feb. 15), for example, SpaceX plans to launch 22 of its Starlink internet satellites to orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. Then, at 10:25 p.m. EST tonight (0325 GMT on Feb. 15), Russia will send the robotic Progress 87 freighter toward the International Space Station from Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan atop a Soyuz rocket. And SpaceX plans to launch IM-1, a private moon-landing mission, on Feb. 15 at 1:05 a.m. EST (0605 GMT) from NASA's Kennedy Space Center, which is next door to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Editor's note: This story was updated at 11:10 a.m. ET on Feb. 14 with information about USSF-124 from a statement emailed out by the Space Force.
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#ICYMI: The #NASASLS core stage for #Artemis II was recently on the move at #NASAMichoud in preparation for its delivery to NASA's Kennedy Space Center. Teams utilize scaffolding surrounding the core stage to assess the interior elements, including its complex avionics and propulsion systems. Watch as technicians remove the external access stands, or scaffolding, before this recent move. Learn more here >> https://lnkd.in/ePtVEzQ3
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In the next issue of Quest: The History of Spaceflight Quarterly, Canadian space historian Christopher Gainor's article "The Unexpected Roots of the Shuttle Remote Manipulator System" discusses the story behind one of Canada's most significant contributions to aerospace history. 🇨🇦 📸 Photo credit: "Backdropped against Earth's horizon and the darkness of space, the space shuttle Columbia's remote manipulator system (RMS) gets its first workout in zero-gravity during the STS-2 mission. A television camera is mounted near the elbow, and another is partially visible near the wrist of the RMS. Photo credit: NASA." Don't miss an issue of Quest; please consider subscribing: https://lnkd.in/e-TdUi2y
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NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration has selected Lockheed Martin to develop and build the nation's next generation weather satellite constellation, Geostationary Extended Observations (GeoXO), for the NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration. The baseline contract is for three spacecraft with options for four additional spacecraft. The total estimated value of the contract including options is $2.27 billion. The GeoXO mission will continue and expand upon critical observations of weather provided by the Lockheed Martin-built GOES-R Series geostationary satellites to include new observations of our oceans and air pollution. GeoXO's new capabilities will deliver more accurate weather forecasting and address emerging environmental issues and challenges that threaten our economy and safety. GeoXO and the nation's weather satellites are vital infrastructure for national resilience.
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Using NASA's first two-way, end-to-end laser relay system, we sent hundreds of pet pictures and videos to (and from) the International Space Station at a rate of 1.2 gigabits per second—faster than most home internet speeds. Learn more about how we're boosting our communications capacities in space: https://lnkd.in/ge_mkdGm
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NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Enhancing Space Communications with NASA’s Laser Relay System NASA has made significant strides in space communications by deploying its first two-way, end-to-end laser relay system. This cutting-edge technology enables the transmission of hundreds of pet pictures and videos to and from the International Space Station (ISS) at an impressive speed of 1.2 gigabits per second, outpacing most home internet speeds. This breakthrough in communication technology represents a substantial upgrade from traditional radio frequency systems, which have been the backbone of space communication for decades. The laser relay system offers higher data rates and enhanced efficiency, which are crucial for supporting the growing demand for data transmission in space missions. Key Features and Benefits: High-Speed Data Transmission: The laser relay system can transmit data at 1.2 gigabits per second, significantly faster than most residential internet connections. This speed facilitates the rapid exchange of high-resolution images, videos, and scientific data between Earth and the ISS. Improved Reliability and Efficiency: Laser communications are less susceptible to interference and can maintain high data rates over long distances, ensuring reliable communication channels for space missions. Reduced Latency: The technology minimizes the delay in data transmission, allowing for near-real-time communication, which is vital for mission-critical operations and decision-making. Enhanced Capacity: The system can handle larger volumes of data, which is essential for future missions involving more complex and data-intensive experiments and observations. Future Implications: The success of NASA’s laser relay system sets the stage for more advanced communication networks in space. As we look towards more ambitious missions, such as manned missions to Mars and beyond, the need for robust and high-speed communication systems becomes even more critical. This technology will not only support scientific research but also improve the operational efficiency and safety of space missions. Learn More: Discover how NASA is revolutionizing space communications and boosting its capacities in space by visiting the link: NASA Laser Communications #NASA #SpaceCommunication #LaserRelaySystem #InternationalSpaceStation #ISSTech #HighSpeedData #SpaceInnovation #FutureMissions #SpaceTechnology #ScienceAndTech #PetPicturesInSpace #SpaceExploration
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Satellites - while they are now relatively easy to make for LEO constellations, that is not the case for GEO and Cislunar. The cost goes up astronomically when deploying satellites in higher orbits, since the radiation environment gets worse very quickly. Orbital Composites is building beyond-LEO, radiation shielded imaging cubesats at 10-50X lower cost via United States Space Force Direct-to-Phase II SBIR grant. Great to collaborate with our partners at NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Cosmic Shielding Corporation and Relative Dynamics Inc. SpaceWERX AFWERX Space Systems Command Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration Air Force Research Laboratory
U.S. Space Force Awards Contract to Orbital Composites for Advanced Radiation-Shielded Imaging Cubesats — Orbital Composites
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