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Recent developments have marked a significant achievement for Vast as the company moves closer to launching its first private commercial space station. The completion of testing for the Haven-1 qualification article in Mojave, California, represents a pivotal step in realizing Vast’s ambitious plans for low-Earth orbit (LEO) operations. The successful testing of the Haven-1 qualification […]

SpaceX is set to embark on an innovative venture by beta testing Direct-to-Cell (DTC) Starlink satellites, a significant leap in satellite communications that promises to revolutionize how mobile phones connect to cellular networks globally. This groundbreaking initiative will enable mobile users to access cellular services from virtually any location on the planet, a feat previously […]

As SpaceX shifts its focus back to launching Starlink satellites following the recent advancements with its Starship program, the company is set for an exciting week ahead. With four launches on the schedule, the emphasis on expanding the Starlink constellation is clear. This week marks a significant return to action after a brief pause and […]

SpaceX has experienced an unprecedented year in 2024, launching a record-breaking 138 missions, including 134 with its Falcon family of rockets. This remarkable achievement cemented its position as the most active launch operator globally, accounting for over half of all launches conducted worldwide. Notably, the company’s launch cadence saw a nearly 40% increase compared to […]

The excitement is palpable at Kennedy Space Center (KSC) as preparations for the highly anticipated Starship launches ramp up significantly. At Pad 39A, the heart of SpaceX’s operations in Florida, there are visible signs of activity that signal a return to the ambitious plans laid out back in 2021. While the massive structure designed to […]

In a week filled with anticipation and excitement within the space exploration community, the launch schedule stands out as a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless drive to push boundaries beyond our planet. The ZhuQue-2E rocket from Landspace is poised for its maiden flight, marking a significant milestone in China’s burgeoning space program. Meanwhile, […]

The SM-64 Navajo was an ambitious project that began in the late 1940s, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of cruise missile technology. Designed by Lockheed, this long-range cruise missile was conceived during a period of intense geopolitical tension, as the United States sought to bolster its military capabilities in the wake of World […]

Physical characteristics of the new Shepard Blue Origin’s New Shepard spacecraft has become somewhat of a sensation not just for its technical prowess and aspirations to democratize space travel, but also for its unmistakable physical resemblance to, well, let’s just say, a rather risqué object. The shape of a rocket is a complex confluence of […]

SpaceX Starship Launch Highlights The recent launch of SpaceX’s Starship In-Flight Test 5 (IF5) has sent ripples of excitement through the aerospace community, proving once again that SpaceX is at the frontier of state-of-the-art space exploration. This test marked a pinnacle in rocket recovery technology and showcased the impressive robustness of the Starship and its […]

Mechazilla, a marvel of engineering and robotics, is the cornerstone of SpaceX’s ambitions to revolutionize space travel with its Starship program. This enormous launch tower, specifically designed for the Starship system, serves as both a launch platform and a recovery solution, showcasing SpaceX’s innovative approach to reusability in space vehicles. At its core, Mechazilla is […]