Aerospace & Defence
Pickering shows switching and simulation systems at Space-Comm Expo
Pickering Interfaces will showcase its range of industry-standard modular signal switching and simulation products for electronic test and verification – including fault insertion and sensor simulation modules for Hardware-in-the-Loop simulation, as well as RF and microwave switching up to 110GHz – on stand D32 at Space-Comm Expo 2024, taking place from 6–7 March 2024, at Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centr...
SETS Hall Effect thrusters recognised by NASA – again
SETS Hall Effect thrusters have, again, gotten NASA recognition. Their ST-25 and ST-40 thrusters were listed in the agency's latest ‘State-of-the-Art Small Spacecraft Technology report’.
Pioneer in space-based radio frequency signal detection raises €85 million
Unseenlabs, a France-based company and pioneer in maritime surveillance through detection and geolocation of radio frequency signals from space, announces the closure of a fundraising round of €85 million.
Cranfield Aerospace joins Scottish sustainable aviation project
An Orkney-based sustainable aviation project bolsters its partnership activity with the addition of Cranfield Aerospace (CAeS) which hopes to get certification in 2026 for its hydrogen drivetrain, ready for entry into passenger-carrying service in 2027.
Intuitive Machines Odysseus lander successfully lands on moon
Odysseus has established itself as the inaugural private spacecraft to softly land on the moon, pioneering commercial lunar missions and beyond.
Hanwha Phasor and Lufthansa Technik partner for advanced connectivity
Satellite communications company Hanwha Phasor and Lufthansa Technik, one of the global leading providers of technical aircraft services, have partnered to deliver advanced in-flight connectivity for commercial flights.
Termin-spiration: termites inspire lunar mounds in space
In the quest for human expansion into space, the University of Arizona's College of Engineering is pioneering an approach that draws inspiration from one of nature's most impressive architects: termites.
ClearSpace and Orbit Fab to create in-space refuelling service
ClearSpace and Orbit Fab recently announced a comprehensive strategic partnership aimed at enhancing in-space refuelling and servicing capabilities.
ODU connector solutions: new standards in military technology
Training and simulation technology in the military sector plays a decisive role for ODU connector solutions.
Science and technology projects wanted for UK space mission
Up to £15 million commercial funding could be made available for British science and technology to fly to space.