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Cutting-edge x-ray telescope completed for solar wind research mission
The construction of a pioneering X-raytelescopehas been successfully completed, marking a significant milestone in the study of solar winds and their interaction with Earth’s magnetosphere.
Ariane-6 vs Falcon 9: can Europe compete with SpaceX?
The European Space Agency's (ESA) Ariane-6 rocket finally made its debut on 9th July 2024, from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana. This launch was a significant milestone for Europe, marking the first flight of the Ariane-6, which aims to replace the Ariane-5 and restore Europe’s autonomous access to space. However, the launch has since been sullied by a new debate – the Ariane-6 vs Falcon 9 from SpaceX.
Former Virgin Galactic president, UKSA, and ESA to headline at Space-Comm Expo
Space-Comm ExpoScotland has unveiled a world class lineup of keynote speakers from across government, aerospace, defence, and academia for the inaugural event taking place at the SEC Glasgow 11–12 September 2024.
Revitalising the Earth: harnessing technology for land regeneration
Due to the effects of over-farming and extreme weather events, such as drought, wind, or flooding, the demand for significant technological intervention becomes ever more pressing across countless nonarable and depleted areas of land worldwide.
Space-Comm Expo Scotland prepares to launch
SEC Glasgow to welcome global leaders to explore new frontiers at the biggest space industry event ever held in Scotland, 11 – 12 September.
£2.5M for satellite data pilots
Ten projects have been awarded £2.5 million as part of theUK Space Agency’s‘Unlocking Spacefor Business’programme.
ESA plans stronger UK presence and space skills training
A plan to build on the success of the European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications (ECSAT), which employs more than 100 people in Harwell, has been launched by the UK andEuropean space agencies.
Exploring unconventional applications of fibre optics
Fibre optics have long been celebrated for their pivotal role in revolutionising telecommunications. However, beyond their conventional applications lies a realm of untapped potential, where fibre optics are making waves in unexpected and unconventional domains.
Lynred wins Sentinel-2 NG mission pre-development contract
Lynred has announced its selection, in an open bidding process, to develop an advanced multispectral infrared detector for the Sentinel-2 Next-Generation (NG) land monitoring satellite mission; the continuation of the Sentinel-2 mission. Both missions are led by the European Space Agency (ESA), within the framework of the European Commission Copernicus NG program.
Quantum space sensor to fight climate change
A team of European scientists is working on innovative space sensors thatemploy quantum technologiesto measure acceleration with unprecedented accuracy.