Tag: satellite
Amazon Explores Acquisition of Satellite Operator Globalstar to Boost Connectivity Ventures
Amazon is in talks to acquire satellite communications firm Globalstar as it seeks to strengthen its low-earth orbit satellite network efforts.
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Starlink Satellite Suffers Orbital Breakup, Preserved Image Released
A Starlink satellite fragmented after an orbital collision; a detailed image taken weeks prior has recently been shared publicly.
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Satellite TV Outages Continue in Russia After Express-AT1 Malfunction
Millions in Siberia and the Russian Far East face satellite TV disruptions following the failure of the Express-AT1 satellite’s power system.
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European Project Develops Satellite Engines Harnessing Earth’s Atmospheric Gases for Extended Missions
A European satellite initiative aims to extend low Earth orbit missions by using engines that extract working gas directly from the atmosphere.
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China’s Hukeda-2 Satellite Completes In-Orbit Refueling Demonstration with Robotic Arm
China’s Hukeda-2 satellite successfully demonstrated an in-orbit refueling test using a robotic manipulator on a sun-synchronous orbit.
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NASA’s Van Allen Probe A Set for Uncontrolled Reentry to Earth’s Atmosphere
NASA’s 600-kg Van Allen Probe A is expected to reenter Earth’s atmosphere in the coming hours with minimal risk to people or property.
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Russian Telecom Satellite Express-AT1 Declared Lost After Sudden Failure
The Russian communications satellite Express-AT1 suffered an unexpected malfunction, resulting in loss of service for thousands of users.
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SpaceX and xAI May Merge Ahead of SpaceX’s Planned IPO, Creating a Unified Tech Empire
SpaceX and xAI are reportedly negotiating a merger prior to SpaceX’s IPO, potentially uniting Elon Musk’s space, AI, and satellite ventures.
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