Новости за 10.02.2024

London (AFP) Feb 8, 2024
Scientists in Britain announced Thursday they had smashed a record for generating fusion energy in the final experiment using the Joint European Torus (JET) machines. Nuclear fusion is the same process that the sun uses to generate heat. Proponents believe it could one day help tackle climate change by providing an abundant, safe and clean source of energy. A team at the JET facility nea

Clark, Philippines Feb 9, 2024
NASA has kicked off a series of marathon flights in Asia with the world's biggest flying laboratory, in an ambitious mission to improve the models that help to forecast and fight air pollution. Millions of deaths each year are linked to air pollution, and improving the ability to identify its sources and behaviour can lead to more accurate warning systems for the public. Starting this we

Paris (AFP) Feb 8, 2024
Earth has endured 12 consecutive months of temperatures 1.5C hotter than the pre-industrial era for the first time on record, Europe's climate monitor said Thursday, in what scientists called a "warning to humanity". Storms, drought and fire have lashed the planet as climate change - supercharged by the naturally-occurring El Nino weather phenomenon - stoked record warming in 2023, making

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
The annual Space Conference of the Americas, hosted by the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), has emerged as a pivotal platform for discussing the future of space cooperation and interoperability among nations in the Western Hemisphere. Army Gen. Laura J. Richardson, commander of U.S. Southern Command, emphasized the critical need for expansive thinking and swift action to stay ahead of adversari

Lisbon, Portugal (SPX) Feb 08, 2024
In a groundbreaking study published in *The Astrophysical Journal*, researchers have unveiled unexpected findings regarding the Sun's gamma-ray emissions, particularly during periods of heightened solar activity known as the solar maximum. This research, spearheaded by Bruno Arsioli from the Institute of Astrophysics and Space Sciences (IA) and the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
BlackSky Technology Inc. (NYSE: BKSY), a leader in real-time geospatial intelligence, has secured a landmark contract with Thales Alenia Space to bolster the Republic of Indonesia's Ministry of Defense (MoD) with cutting-edge Gen-3 Earth observation satellites. This innovative partnership, valued at approximately $50 million, marks a significant leap forward in the deployment of sovereign

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTS), a trailblazer in space-based cellular broadband technology, recently disclosed its latest achievement-a revenue-generating contract awarded by a prime contractor on behalf of the United States Government. This pivotal development underscores AST SpaceMobile's expanding role in enhancing global communication systems through its advanced satellite network.

Delft, Netherlands (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
In an essential upgrade to its power distribution network, the European Space Agency's (ESA) European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) in the Netherlands has undertaken a significant infrastructure enhancement. Over four kilometers of heavy-duty 10 kilovolt (kV) cables have been installed beneath the site, marking a pivotal step in ensuring the robustness and reliability of power sup

Bangkok, Thailand (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
In the vast expanse of space, the region lying between the Earth and the Moon, known as cislunar space, has become a focal point for cutting-edge exploration, research, and technological innovation. Cislunar satellites, orbiting within this dynamic space, are ushering in a new era of space exploration and telecommunications, offering fresh perspectives and capabilities far beyond traditional Ear

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
SpaceX has once again expanded its Starlink satellite constellation, launching 22 more satellites into orbit from the West Coast. This recent deployment underscores SpaceX's continued efforts to enhance global internet connectivity through its advanced network of orbitals. On a clear evening from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket ascended into the sky at a

Vienna VA (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE: SPIR) and Signal Ocean have announced a strategic partnership aimed at propelling the digitization of the maritime economy. This collaboration marks a significant step towards integrating cutting-edge technologies with maritime operations to enhance global security and transparency. Under the terms of the partnership, Spire Global, a leading provider of space-base

London, UK (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
In a significant stride towards enhancing Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity in remote and challenging environments, CSL, a leading provider of Critical IoT Connectivity solutions, has announced the launch of CSL Satellite. This new service aims to deliver resilient, secure connectivity by leveraging the Starlink constellation of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, coupled with CSL's comprehens

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 09, 2024
The formation of the Mobile Satellite Services Association (MSSA) marks a significant stride towards enhancing global connectivity through the emerging Direct-to-Device (D2D) and Internet of Things (IoT) services. Leading entities in the satellite communications sector, including Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), Terrestar Solutions, Ligado Networks, Omnispace, and Al Yah Satellite Communications Com