Keywords: Satellites


Morocco Reaches for the Stars: University-Built Nanosatellites Launched into Orbit

In a groundbreaking achievement for Moroccan academia and space technology, two nanosatellites developed by university researchers were successfully launched into orbit aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The launch, which took place on August 16 at 7:56 p.m. local time from Vandenberg Air Force Base in......

Blue Skies Space: Pioneering the Commercialization of Astronomical Data

In a groundbreaking move, UK-based start-up Blue Skies Space is set to transform the way scientists access astronomical data. By leveraging their unique satellites, the company plans to collect and sell scientific data as a service, unlocking new opportunities for research. Astronomical Data as a Service Founded......

The Looming Threat: How Starlink Satellites Could Be Damaging the Ozone Layer

Scientists Warn About the Impact of Starlink Satellite Disintegration on the Ozone Layer The recovery of the ozone layer, which has been steadily improving since the global ban on CFC gases, could be under threat from an unexpected source: the disintegration of thousands of Starlink satellites. This......

Illuminating the Skies: The Ambitious Quest for Space-Based Solar Power

In the relentless pursuit of clean energy solutions, a bold vision has taken shape: harnessing the boundless potential of solar power from the vast expanse of space itself. This ambitious endeavor, spearheaded by Virtus Solis, a Michigan-based startup founded by former SpaceX engineer John Bucknell,......