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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

MindsEye developer announces more layoffs while alleging 'corporate sabotage'

Build A Rocket Boy claims the troubled launch of MindsEye was the result of criminal activity.

Does China's science budget boost confirm it is listening to everything Elon Musk says?

China has just unveiled its draft fiscal budget for 2026 and its blueprint for the next five-year plan. The priorities outlined in these documents overlap heavily with the ambitious projects championed by Elon Musk, including the Starlink constellation, electric vehicles, Neuralink interfaces and artificial intelligence. As Beijing reveals a 10 per cent year-on-year budget increase for the sector, it is positioning frontiers such as future energy, brain-computer interfaces and satellite internet

The Long March of Presidential Power That Led to War on Iran

Presidents have sidestepped Congress to launch limited military strikes for decades. Trump’s decision to attack Iran is an aggressive escalation.

ESA's Mars orbiters watch solar superstorm hit the red planet

What happens when a solar superstorm hits Mars? Thanks to the European Space Agency's Mars orbiters, we now know: glitching spacecraft and a supercharged upper atmosphere.

Japan startup's space rocket fails for third time

A Japanese startup's third attempt to put a satellite in orbit failed on Thursday after its rocket spiraled back to Earth shortly after takeoff.

ESA's Mars orbiters watch solar superstorm hit the Red Planet

What happens when a solar superstorm hits Mars? Thanks to the European Space Agency’s Mars orbiters, we now know: glitching spacecraft and a supercharged upper atmosphere.