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European Space Agency - ESA awarded Liftero a contract for propulsion development. 🔥 As the prime contractor under the ARTES programme, we're teaming up with OHB Sweden to develop a solution for large, next-generation navigation and telecommunication satellites! 🛰️ Want to know more? Check out our blog (link in comment) 👇 #newspace #space #spacebusiness #spacetechnologies

🚀 In April 2024, the Japanese company Astroscale's satellite, ADRAS-J, captured an old rocket body in orbit! This critical milestone paves the way for a cleaner and safer space environment for future missions.🔥 Here's why this matters: 📑Collision Hazard: Space junk poses a serious threat to operational satellites and spacecraft. ✨Kessler Syndrome: Unchecked debris could create a cascading effect, generating even more dangerous fragments. ⌛Sustainable Space: Debris removal is crucial for long-term space exploration and resource utilization. 🌃This achievement is a major step towards a sustainable future in space! 💥 #SpaceTech #SpaceDebris #Sustainability #FutureofSpace

The first ‘Ariane 6’ launch created by the European Space Agency - ESA DID NOT have a successful mission… This is after YEARS of delays. Regardless of the successful launch, your rocket is still floating out in space with an “Anomaly” and unable to perform reignitions or carry out the most basic tasks. This was a $4 billion project! This is not a celebratory moment when you have no idea why your rocket couldn’t complete its mission and might be a threat to people on Earth upon reentry. The mission plan was to reignite the engine that powers the upper part of the rocket twice, practicing its ability to make multiple stops in orbit. The engine relit just once before the anomaly… Next, the rocket’s upper stage was expected to intentionally dive back toward Point Nemo (spot in Pacific Ocean farther from land than any place on Earth). At the same time, two experimental capsules were supposed to be jettisoned and attempt to survive the trip home. The mission ended before any of this happened, and they still have NO IDEA what is going on. Would you trust your satellites with them? I’ll let you be the judge of that… SpaceX will undoubtedly lead the way moving forward anyways. $67 million per launch with SpaceX or $100 million per launch with Ariane 6. SpaceX has a larger payload capacity as well. American rockets clearly still leading the charge in every way, shape, and form 🚀🇺🇸 #ESA #Ariane6 #NotSuccessful #WayBehind #SpaceX #NASA #AspiringAstronaut #DST

Ariane 6 Successfully Launched! Ariane 6, ESA's newest Rocket has successfully launched from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana just minutes ago! 🇪🇺 This milestone ensures Europe’s autonomous access to space, opening new scientific, technological, and commercial possibilities. Why is this important for India? 🇮🇳 Notably, this mission highlights significant collaboration with India. The rocket's journey is being tracked by several stations, including one in India by ISTRAC in Lucknow. Earlier this year, a MoU was signed between France and India during President Macron's visit, fostering cooperation on global satellite launches using India's LMV 3 and Ariane 6. The mission planned ahead includes three phases: Ground to Orbit : Ariane 6 lifts off with the Vulcain 2.1 engine and two P120C boosters, reaching an elliptical orbit. Upper Stage Reignition and Satellite Deployment : The Vinci engine reignites, transitioning to a circular orbit and deploying multiple satellites. Tech Demos and Deorbiting : The upper stage re-ignites, deorbits, and two reentry capsules descends to Earth. This launch marks a strong statement from the European Space Agency. Congratulations to everyone involved! 🎊 #Ariane6 #SpaceExploration #ESA #Space #Innovation

Embark on an interstellar journey as 2024 gears up for a celestial spectacle with the launch of cutting-edge rockets. From Europe's eagerly awaited Ariane 6, signaling a quest for space autonomy, to Vega C's anticipated return after a setback-induced hiatus, and ULA's Vulcan Centaur ushering in a transformative era of reusability, the cosmos is set for unprecedented missions. SpaceX's Starship, despite early fiery tests, stands as a beacon of innovation, while Blue Origin's towering New Glenn promises to redefine payload capacities. These launches don't just mark trips to space; they signify a seismic shift in the affordability and sustainability of space exploration. Hold on tight as we propel into a future where the stars are within our grasp. Read more https://lnkd.in/gSuiVH-u #Reachtheworld #Interstellarjourney #PioneeringRockets #maidenflights #satelliteconstellations #Upcominglaunches #eagerlyanticipate #TowardsAutonomy #versatility #MartinSion #productionmethods #costeffective #newsupdate

OH NO! 🤯 Falcon 9: SpaceX's record-breaking booster suffered an unfortunate incident as it toppled over the sea and broke apart. This setback is a significant blow to the company's ambitions in space exploration. The Falcon 9 rocket, known for its impressive capabilities and reliability, has been the backbone of SpaceX's missions. However, this incident serves as a reminder of the challenges and risks associated with space travel. Despite this setback, SpaceX has demonstrated resilience in the face of adversity in the past and is likely to bounce back stronger than ever. The company's commitment to pushing the boundaries of space exploration remains unwavering, and they will undoubtedly learn from this incident to improve their future endeavours. SLA keeping you updated with all things STEM based! @interestingengineering #Falcon9 #SpaceX #recordbreaking #booster #topplesover #sea #breaksapart #spaceexploration #rocketlaunch #spaceinnovation #spaceindustry #spaceengineering #spacetechnology #spaceadventure #spaceachievements

🚀 The analysis of the inaugural Ariane 6 flight, which took place in July 2024, has recently concluded. The investigation followed an issue during the mission, specifically the failure to reignite the rocket’s Vinci second stage to deorbit it. Despite this, the launch successfully delivered several small satellites into orbit. However, the secondary objective of deorbiting the second stage—crucial for the European Space Agency’s (ESA) efforts to reduce space debris—was not achieved, prompting an independent investigation. 🔧 The issue was traced to a malfunction in the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU), which powers the Vinci engine’s restart. A temperature sensor detected readings above preset limits, triggering an automatic shutdown of the APU, preventing the third ignition of the Vinci engine. 🛠️ ESA has since identified the root cause and implemented a software update to address the issue. The updated software is now undergoing certification and will be used in the next Ariane 6 mission, although the launch date is still pending. This restart capability marks a significant improvement over the Ariane V and is essential for future missions. Stay tuned for more updates on Ariane 6 and its contributions to sustainable space exploration. #SpaceEconomyMaster #SpaceEconomy #NewSpace #NewSpaceEconomy #SpaceEconomyInstitute #Space

MERIT team has #successfully invested in #SpaceX, an innovative aerospace company led by #ElonMusk. SpaceX has recently completed a milestone fourth test flight of its #Starship, which not only successfully entered space and returned to the atmosphere but also set a #NewRecord in the history of #HumanSpaceflight. During this test flight, despite facing challenges, the Starship demonstrated its exceptional performance and reliability. SpaceX's Starship is the #largest and most #powerful launch vehicle in the world to date, and its successful launch is of revolutionary significance to the history of human spaceflight. The Starship is designed to be fully reusable, which will significantly reduce the cost of space activities and pave the way for future deep space exploration missions. In addition, #SpaceX'sStarlink project is also #progressing steadily. Recently, SpaceX successfully launched two rockets in just four hours, adding 44 more satellites to the Starlink constellation, securing an #unrivaled position in satellite networking in space. Our investment in SpaceX is based on our confidence in its technological strength and market prospects. We believe that SpaceX will continue to make breakthroughs in the commercial space sector and make greater #contributions to human exploration of the universe. Merit will continue to adhere to the barbell investment philosophy of #GlobalAssetAllocation and #DisruptiveInnovativeInvestment, laying a solid and robust foundation while also seizing technological trends with capital, contributing to the continuation of humanity's light.

"With the placement of satellites into orbit, Ariane 6 has demonstrated that it can successfully launch its payloads into space, but ground control has more in store for its inaugural flight. Over the next hour, Ariane 6's upper stage will show again that it can restart its Vinci engine using the novel auxiliary propulsion unit. This restart capability will allow Ariane 6 to drop off multiple passengers into different orbits on future flights and deorbit itself through Earth’s atmosphere at the end of its mission, to ensure it does not become space debris." https://lnkd.in/e7TGC5g6

[SpaceX Launches Türkiye's 1st Homegrown Communications Satellite to Orbit] SpaceX sent Türkiye's first domestically produced communications satellite to orbit today (July 8). A Falcon 9 rocket launched the Turksat 6A spacecraft from Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station today at 7:30 p.m. EDT (2330 GMT). The Falcon 9's first stage came back to Earth shortly thereafter as planned. It touched down about 8.5 minutes after liftoff on SpaceX's Just Read the Instructions droneship, which was stationed in the Atlantic Ocean. It was the 15th launch and landing for this particular booster, according to a SpaceX mission description. The rocket's upper stage, meanwhile, continued hauling Turksat 6A toward geosynchronous transfer orbit, deploying the spacecraft there 35.5 minutes after liftoff as planned. Turksat 6A will then make its own way to its final orbit, where it will undergo a roughly month-long series of checkouts before entering service, Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, Türkiye's transport and infrastructure minister, told the Hürriyet Daily News. Turksat 6A is Türkiye's first fully homegrown communications satellite, the English-language Turkish newspaper reported. Source: https://lnkd.in/e_-HWSFD #galaxyaerosgh #space #spaceexploration #SpaceNews