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Orbital Edge AI: Axelera AI and ESA Partner to Standardize Space-Based Inference

PARIS – As the satellite industry shifts from transmitting raw data to providing real-time “orbital answers,” the European Space Agency (ESA) and Axelera AI have solidified a strategic partnership to […]

SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell details xAI power pledge at White House event

The commitment was announced during an event with United States President Donald Trump. The post SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell details xAI power pledge at White House event appeared first on TESLARATI.

Trump administration spoiling for a fight over global satellite regulations

<h4>FCC not pleased about EU space tech reqs to enter Common market, among other things</h4> <p>The US government is consulting with the telecoms industry about "reciprocity" in satellite services, in a move that could see another dispute erupt with the European Union over regulations.…</p>

Neutrons reveal magnetic signatures of chiral phonons

Physicists in China have uncovered new evidence that chiral phonons and magnons can interact strongly inside magnetic crystals. Using neutron spectroscopy, a team led by Song Bao at Nanjing University mapped magnetic signatures linked to chiral phonons in a ferrimagnetic material, revealing a previously elusive relationship between lattice vibrations and magnetic excitations. Reported in Physical Review Letters, the results could help researchers better understand how heat, sound and spin intera

Russian army faces comms crisis amid Starlink cut and Kremlin crackdown

The Russian army in Ukraine is facing a growing communication crisis amid recent disruptions to Telegram and Starlink, leaving troops increasingly in the dark and exposing mounting strains inside Russia, write Katherine Spencer and Marc Goedemans. The post Russian army faces comms crisis amid Starlink cut and Kremlin crackdown appeared first on Atlantic Council.

Scientists successfully harvest chickpeas from 'moon dirt'

As the U.S. plans to return to the moon with the upcoming Artemis II mission, a question endures: What will future lunar explorers eat? According to new research from The University of Texas at Austin, the answer might be chickpeas.

CAS Space Kinetica-2 Rocket Will Launch In Late March

Chinese space firm CAS Space has officially scheduled the launch of its Kinetica-2 rocket for later this month. The post CAS Space Kinetica-2 Rocket Will Launch In Late March appeared first on Orbital Today.

3D Printing News Briefs, March 5, 2026: Automation, Expansion, On-Orbit Payload Deployment, & More

Today’s 3D Printing News Briefs is a mixed bag, starting with subscription-free automation for print farms from 3DQue. Then we’ll move on to dental resin news from Dentsply and Dreve,...

Self-repairing spacecraft could change future missions

Healable spacecraft structures could soon be possible thanks to cutting-edge composite technology. Swiss companies CompPair and CSEM with Belgian company Com&Sens have partnered with the European Space Agency (ESA) to modify their self-healing carbon fiber product for use in space transportation.

Vast raises $500 million for commercial space station development

Commercial space station developer Vast has raised $500 million in its first significant outside investment round. The post Vast raises $500 million for commercial space station development appeared first on SpaceNews.

Sierra Space Closes $550M Series C

LuminArx Capital led the round, which valued the company at $8B. The post Sierra Space Closes $550M Series C appeared first on Payload.

Vast Secures $500M, Including $300M Series A

Vast has closed a $300M Series A to continue production of its Haven commercial space station, the company announced this morning.  In addition, Vast took on $200M in debt, bringing its total new funding in the door to $500M. Series A deets: Balerion Space Ventures led the round, which also included participation from IQT, Qatar… The post Vast Secures $500M, Including $300M Series A appeared first on Payload.

Scientists Publish the First Direct Measurement of Space Debris Pollution

Back in February 2025, a SpaceX rocket that had delivered 22 Starlink satellites to orbit had a malfunction. It failed to execute a planned deorbit burn and drifted for 18 days in orbit before beginning an uncontrolled descent about 100km off the west coast of Ireland. Some parts of the rocket landed in Poland, and while they didn’t injure anybody, there was enough concern about the lack of communication that Poland dismissed the head of its space agency. But that wasn't the only lasting impact

Eurobites: Telefónica adopts digital twin tech for more efficient data centers

Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: Cassava helps governments get control of the cloud; German fiber groups sound off on Digital Networks Act; VMO2 hires new CFO.

Solar superstorm gave ESA's Mars orbiters a handy science opportunity

<h4>Veteran spacecraft overcome computer glitches as atmosphere 'flooded by electrons'</h4> <p>Almost two years ago, a solar storm hit Earth, triggering auroras that were seen as far south as Mexico. The storm also reached Mars and was detected by a pair of ESA spacecraft, Mars Express and ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter (TGO).…</p>

The Promise Of A World of Low Launch Prices Is Still Far Off

Falcon 9's rideshare pricing has increased 40% over the last five years. The post The Promise Of A World of Low Launch Prices Is Still Far Off appeared first on Payload Pro. The post The Promise Of A World of Low Launch Prices Is Still Far Off appeared first on Payload.

Training for the εpsilon mission

Video: 00:05:43 ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot began her training at the European Astronaut Centre in Cologne, Germany, where she studied spacecraft systems and crew operations — learning to think and act as an astronaut. Alongside this, she conditioned her body for spaceflight and prepared for the physical and operational demands of her mission.Her preparation includes continuous medical training and support, neutral buoyancy training for spacewalks and immersive virtual reality sessions a

How to Download Free Satellite Images?

Want free satellite images of anywhere on Earth? In this video, we reveal the 5 best platforms to download high-quality satellite images for GIS, research, mapping, and remote sensing projects […] The post How to Download Free Satellite Images? appeared first on Geospatial World.

Europe achieves record-breaking gigabit per second data transfer between a geostationary satellite and an aircraft

The Rubin Observatory will change the game for astronomy — if satellite companies don't get in the way