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We are proud to reflect on the remarkable INSPIRESat-1 (IS-1) journey, launched by ISRO - Indian Space Research Organisation on February 14, 2022, as part of the International Satellite Program In Research and Education (INSPIRE) and as of today it completes 2.5 years of operation in-orbit exceeding initial mission timeline of 6 months by over 5 times marking a phenomenal step in terms of reliability and consistency. Developed collaboratively by the Small-Spacecraft Systems and Payload Centre | SSPACE - IIST-ISRO at Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, India, and the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics at the University of Colorado Boulder, USA, with key contributions from National Central University, Taiwan, and Nanyang Technological University Singapore. This mission exemplifies global cooperation in space science. INSPIRESat-1 continues to operate well beyond its expected mission duration, now 2.5 years post-launch, consistently delivering valuable data. The satellite carries two critical instruments: the Compact Ionospheric Probe (CIP), which studies the Earth's ionosphere, and the Dual-zone Aperture X-ray Solar Spectrometer (DAXSS), funded by NASA, focusing on solar X-ray radiation. These instruments have been pivotal in advancing our understanding of ionospheric dynamics and solar phenomena. The launch vehicle #PSLV-C52 not only deployed INSPIRESat-1 but also successfully carried the Technology Demonstrator (INS-2TD) from ISRO, a precursor to the India-Bhutan Joint Satellite (INS-2B). Both satellites are designed to provide crucial information on the Sun’s corona and its impact on Earth’s ionosphere. Additionally, PSLV-C52 injected the Earth Observation Satellite EOS-04, which delivers high-quality images under all weather conditions for applications in forestry, agriculture, flood mapping, and soil moisture and hydrology. Built with Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) electronic components, INSPIRESat-1 demonstrates cost-effective engineering with reliable performance in its unique dawn-dusk orbit. The mission’s success also lies in the collaborative operations managed by universities worldwide, offering a rich educational experience. As INSPIRESat-1 continues its mission, we look forward to the ongoing contributions it will make to space science. This success story embodies the power of international collaboration and innovation in space exploration. #SpaceScience #INSPIRESat1 #SSPACE #IIST #SpaceExploration #GlobalCollaboration #STEM #SpaceTechnology #LASP #UniversityOfColorado #NCU #NTU #SatelliteScience #Ionosphere #SolarPhysics #SpaceResearch #InternationalPartnership #SpaceMission #ISRO #INS2TD #EOS04 #EarthObservation #TechnologyDemonstrator

🚀📚 Exciting news for space researchers and enthusiasts! Last week, we had an incredible opportunity to fly stories from Mission 02 on one of the flights, bringing the dreams and aspirations of storytellers to the forefront of scientific exploration. Our partners at Zero-G are opening up new horizons in microgravity research with their Weightless Lab program! With unparalleled access to space environments, Zero-G is paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in various fields, including biomedical research, materials science, and aerospace engineering. Their research flights provide a crucial first step for suborbital, orbital, or even deep space exploration experiments. 🛰️✨ Did you know that over a dozen technologies tested on Zero-G parabolic flights have reached the International Space Station? Now, researchers from universities, corporations, and government agencies can embark on a journey of discovery, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in Martian, Lunar, zero, and hypergravity environments. 🌠 Join us in celebrating Zero-G's pioneering work and commitment to advancing scientific exploration on Earth and beyond! 🚀🔬 #ZeroG #SpaceResearch #Microgravity #WeightlessLab #STORIESofSpace Gregory Melon 💡

US Space Disruptors Day 2024 Accelerating Tomorrow's Space Technologies, Today Ecosystemic Futures is honored to collaborate with The US Space Economy Interagency Group - interagency and private sector colleagues across all areas of space technology. Virtual event recording hosted by NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Convergent Aeronautic Solutions Project in collaboration with Shoshin Works.     Join us at the forefront of space innovation. The space economy is projected at $2 trillion by the mid-2030s and is expected to provide advantages and solutions in areas such as semiconductors, biotech/pharma, energy, communications, and more.   The 2024 Space Disruptors Day is Wednesday, December 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. Space is limited – register to reserve your seat.    Register:  https://lnkd.in/eXgrbwaW   We will witness state-of-the-art and breakthroughs that most consider decades from reality. The US Space Economy Interagency Group's rapid-fire showcase of innovations redefining what's possible in space—not in fifty years, but today. Includes diverse technologies, companies, and experts funded and supported across the interagency (awards publicly visible), including NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, National Science Foundation (NSF), United States Department of Defense (United States Space Force, SpaceWERX, United States Air Force/AFWERX, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), ISS, DHHS, NIH, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), U.S. Small Business Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Department of the Treasury, and others.   Accelerating the Future State-of-the-art symposium showcasing technologies that lead the day and those that some experts place 50-100 years out. These innovators aren't waiting—they're building these revolutionary capabilities now, dramatically advancing our space frontier.   Details Date:                  December 18, 2024  Format:              Virtual Symposium  Duration:           Full Day  Format:              Dynamic 5-minute briefings    Anticipated order (fluid timing): 1)      Welcome 2)      In-Space Advanced Materials and Semiconductors 3)      In-Space Biotechnology 4)      Extended Electrodynamics, Advanced Physics and APs 5)      Digital Assets, AI & NHI, Exceptional Human Capabilities 6)      “Moonfra,” Infrastructure, Energy and Resources 7)      Launch and platforms 8)      Communications 9)      Quantum & APs   *Shape the space revolution—the future is now.*   Ad Astra, The Space Disruptors Anna Brady-Estevez Co-Chair; The US Space Economy Interagency Group  Sr. Investment Advisor and Partner; U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Program Director Space Technology; National Science Foundation (NSF)   Curtis Hill Co-Chair; In-Space Semiconductors NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration and Space Administration Vikram Shyam | #spacewerx

US Space Disruptors Day 2024 Accelerating Tomorrow's Space Technologies, Today Ecosystemic Futures is honored to collaborate with The US Space Economy Interagency Group - interagency and private sector colleagues across all areas of space technology. Virtual event recording hosted by NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Convergent Aeronautic Solutions Project in collaboration with Shoshin Works.     Join us at the forefront of space innovation. The space economy is projected at $2 trillion by the mid-2030s and is expected to provide advantages and solutions in areas such as semiconductors, biotech/pharma, energy, communications, and more.   The 2024 Space Disruptors Day is Wednesday, December 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. Space is limited – register to reserve your seat.    Register:  https://lnkd.in/eXgrbwaW   On December 18th, we witness state-of-the-art and breakthroughs that most consider decades from reality. The US Space Economy Interagency Group's rapid-fire showcase of innovations redefining what's possible in space—not in fifty years, but today. Includes diverse technologies, companies, and experts funded and supported across the interagency (awards publicly visible), including NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, National Science Foundation (NSF), United States Department of Defense (United States Space Force, SpaceWERX, United States Air Force/AFWERX, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), ISS, DHHS, NIH, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), U.S. Small Business Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Department of the Treasury, and others.   Accelerating the Future State-of-the-art symposium showcasing technologies that lead the day and those that some experts place 50-100 years out. These innovators aren't waiting—they're building these revolutionary capabilities now, dramatically advancing our space frontier.   Details Date:                  December 18, 2024  Format:              Virtual Symposium  Duration:           Full Day  Format:              Dynamic 5-minute briefings    Anticipated order (fluid timing): 1)      Welcome 2)      In-Space Advanced Materials and Semiconductors 3)      In-Space Biotechnology 4)      Extended Electrodynamics, Advanced Physics and APs 5)      Digital Assets, AI & NHI, Exceptional Human Capabilities 6)      “Moonfra,” Infrastructure, Energy and Resources 7)      Launch and platforms 8)      Communications 9)      Quantum & APs   *Shape the space revolution—the future is now.*   Ad Astra, The Space Disruptors Anna Brady-Estevez Co-Chair; The US Space Economy Interagency Group  Sr. Investment Advisor and Partner; U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Program Director Space Technology; National Science Foundation (NSF)   Curtis Hill Co-Chair; In-Space Semiconductors NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration and Space Administration Vikram Shyam | #spacewerx

**Join us Today** US Space Disruptors Day 2024 Accelerating Tomorrow's Space Technologies, Today Ecosystemic Futures is honored to collaborate with The US Space Economy Interagency Group - interagency and private sector colleagues across all areas of space technology. Virtual event recording hosted by NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Convergent Aeronautic Solutions Project in collaboration with Shoshin Works.     Join us at the forefront of space innovation. The space economy is projected at $2 trillion by the mid-2030s and is expected to provide advantages and solutions in areas such as semiconductors, biotech/pharma, energy, communications, and more.   The 2024 Space Disruptors Day is Wednesday, December 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. Space is limited – register to reserve your seat.    Register:  https://lnkd.in/eXgrbwaW   We will witness state-of-the-art and breakthroughs that most consider decades from reality. The US Space Economy Interagency Group's rapid-fire showcase of innovations redefining what's possible in space—not in fifty years, but today. Includes diverse technologies, companies, and experts funded and supported across the interagency (awards publicly visible), including NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, National Science Foundation (NSF), United States Department of Defense (United States Space Force, SpaceWERX, United States Air Force/AFWERX, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), ISS, DHHS, NIH, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), U.S. Small Business Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Department of the Treasury, and others.   Accelerating the Future State-of-the-art symposium showcasing technologies that lead the day and those that some experts place 50-100 years out. These innovators aren't waiting—they're building these revolutionary capabilities now, dramatically advancing our space frontier.   Details Date:                  December 18, 2024  Format:              Virtual Symposium  Duration:           Full Day  Format:              Dynamic 5-minute briefings    Anticipated order (fluid timing): 1)      Welcome 2)      In-Space Advanced Materials and Semiconductors 3)      In-Space Biotechnology 4)      Extended Electrodynamics, Advanced Physics and APs 5)      Digital Assets, AI & NHI, Exceptional Human Capabilities 6)      “Moonfra,” Infrastructure, Energy and Resources 7)      Launch and platforms 8)      Communications 9)      Quantum & APs   *Shape the space revolution—the future is now.*   Ad Astra, The Space Disruptors Anna Brady-Estevez Co-Chair; The US Space Economy Interagency Group  Sr. Investment Advisor and Partner; U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Program Director Space Technology; National Science Foundation (NSF)   Curtis Hill Co-Chair; In-Space Semiconductors NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration and Space Administration Vikram Shyam | #spacewerx

Kicksky presents a new series on India's space tech history, launching today on National Space Day! 🚀 Join us every Friday for an in-depth journey through the pioneers, milestones, and advancements that shaped India's space story: Let's begin! In the bustling streets of 1920s Kolkata, a visionary scientist named S. K. Mitra was quietly laying the groundwork for what would become India's journey into space. Armed with little more than a radio and an unyielding curiosity, Mitra began experimenting with the ionosphere, marking the first steps of India’s exploration beyond the Earth's atmosphere. His groundbreaking work might have seemed modest at the time, but it was the spark that would ignite decades of scientific discovery. As the years rolled on, India’s scientific landscape was shaped by pioneers like C.V. Raman and Meghnad Saha, whose contributions to physics would become cornerstones of space science. But it wasn’t until after 1945 that India’s space research began to take coordinated form, led by two remarkable minds: Vikram Sarabhai and Homi Bhabha. Sarabhai, with his keen foresight, founded the Physical Research Laboratory in Ahmedabad, while Bhabha, a stalwart of Indian science, established the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research. Together, they propelled India into the era of modern space exploration. The 1950s marked a turning point. The Indian government, recognizing the potential of space research, established the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) with Homi Bhabha at the helm. This new department became the lifeline for space research across the country, enabling the creation of institutions like the Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) and the Rangpur Observatory. Then came the event that changed the world: the Soviet Union's launch of Sputnik 1 in 1957. This historic moment didn’t just send the first human-made object into space; it sent a clear message to India that the space race was on. Inspired and driven, Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, with the guidance of Vikram Sarabhai, established the Indian National Committee for Space Research (INCOSPAR) in 1962. Operating initially under the Department of Atomic Energy, INCOSPAR set about building the foundation of India’s space program. Early successes included the development of indigenous sounding rockets, like the Rohini series, and the establishment of the Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station. These achievements marked the beginning of India's upper atmospheric research and laid the groundwork for future space exploration. Stay tuned for more! #Indianspacehistory #spacetech #ISRO #space

US Space Disruptors Day 2024 Accelerating Tomorrow's Space Technologies, Today Ecosystemic Futures is honored to collaborate with The US Space Economy Interagency Group - interagency and private sector colleagues across all areas of space technology. Virtual event recording hosted by NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Convergent Aeronautic Solutions Project in collaboration with Shoshin Works.     Join us at the forefront of space innovation. The space economy is projected at $2 trillion by the mid-2030s and is expected to provide advantages and solutions in areas such as semiconductors, biotech/pharma, energy, communications, and more.   The 2024 Space Disruptors Day is Wednesday, December 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. Space is limited – register to reserve your seat.    Register:  https://lnkd.in/eXgrbwaW   We will witness state-of-the-art and breakthroughs that most consider decades from reality. The US Space Economy Interagency Group's rapid-fire showcase of innovations redefining what's possible in space—not in fifty years, but today. Includes diverse technologies, companies, and experts funded and supported across the interagency (awards publicly visible), including NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, National Science Foundation (NSF), United States Department of Defense (United States Space Force, SpaceWERX, United States Air Force/AFWERX, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), ISS, DHHS, NIH, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), U.S. Small Business Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Department of the Treasury, and others.   Accelerating the Future State-of-the-art symposium showcasing technologies that lead the day and those that some experts place 50-100 years out. These innovators aren't waiting—they're building these revolutionary capabilities now, dramatically advancing our space frontier.   Details Date:                  December 18, 2024  Format:              Virtual Symposium  Duration:           Full Day  Format:              Dynamic 5-minute briefings    Anticipated order (fluid timing): 1)      Welcome 2)      In-Space Advanced Materials and Semiconductors 3)      In-Space Biotechnology 4)      Extended Electrodynamics, Advanced Physics and APs 5)      Digital Assets, AI & NHI, Exceptional Human Capabilities 6)      “Moonfra,” Infrastructure, Energy and Resources 7)      Launch and platforms 8)      Communications 9)      Quantum & APs   *Shape the space revolution—the future is now.*   Ad Astra, The Space Disruptors Anna Brady-Estevez Co-Chair; The US Space Economy Interagency Group  Sr. Investment Advisor and Partner; U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Program Director Space Technology; National Science Foundation (NSF)   Curtis Hill Co-Chair; In-Space Semiconductors NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration and Space Administration Vikram Shyam | #spacewerx

China-European Space Agency Science Mission: Einstein Probe’s First X-ray Images FriendsofNASA.org: The first images captured by the Einstein Probe (爱因斯坦探针) were revealed during the 7th Joint Workshop of the Einstein Probe Consortium, held in Beijing, China, from April 24-26, 2024. The Einstein Probe is a collaboration led by the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) with the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Max Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics (MPE), Germany. The Einstein Probe is equipped with a new generation of X-ray instruments with high sensitivity and a very wide view, designed to observe powerful blasts of X-ray light coming from neutron stars and black holes. China's newly launched X-ray satellite Einstein Probe (EP) will help scientists further unlock valuable information about the universe by observing distant flashes from cosmic events. "The Einstein Probe can capture sudden cosmic burst events, or violent activities of celestial bodies. This kind of celestial body that suddenly appears in the universe, lasts for a few moments, and then disappears quickly is called a transient," said Yuan Weimin, chief scientist of the Einstein Probe. There are many spectacular transients and bursts in the universe from stellar activities near the solar system to gamma ray bursts from the distant early universe. They can generate huge radioactive energy in a very short period of time, concentrated in the X-ray band, producing complex and changing brightness levels like sparkling fireworks. Such transients and bursts originate from the critical stages of the formation and evolution of celestial bodies, and carry key information for studying the universe. However, due to absorption by the Earth's atmosphere, X-rays containing valuable information cannot reach the ground. "These transients are relatively far away, and their signals are relatively dim. They appear randomly in space. We don't know when and in what direction they appear. So it is difficult for current satellites to detect them, and we need a monitor with very high sensitivity and large field-of-view. That's why we developed the Einstein Probe—to capture these more remote and dimmer transients and bursts," Yuan said. International Einstein Probe X-ray Mission: https://lnkd.in/gt2PaR-R Credit: EPSC, NAO/CAS; DSS; ESO/CCTV Thanks to SciNews Duration: 1 min, 47 s Release Date: April 28, 2024 The International Astronomical Union United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) Chinese Academy of Sciences European Space Agency - ESA Centre National d'Études Spatiales German Aerospace Center (DLR) Max Planck Institute for Physics European Astronomical Society Royal Astronomical Society American Astronomical Society (AAS) National Academy of Sciences National Science Foundation (NSF) #NASA #ESA #CAS #Space #Astronomy #Science #Earth #Satellite #EinsteinProbe #爱因斯坦探针 #China #中国 #Universe #Xray #Transients #MPE #Germany #Deutschland #Europe #STEM #Education #HD #Video

China-European Space Agency Science Mission: Einstein Probe’s First X-ray Images FriendsofNASA.org: The first images captured by the Einstein Probe (爱因斯坦探针) were revealed during the 7th Joint Workshop of the Einstein Probe Consortium, held in Beijing, China, from April 24-26, 2024. The Einstein Probe is a collaboration led by the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) with the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Max Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics (MPE), Germany. The Einstein Probe is equipped with a new generation of X-ray instruments with high sensitivity and a very wide view, designed to observe powerful blasts of X-ray light coming from neutron stars and black holes. China's newly launched X-ray satellite Einstein Probe (EP) will help scientists further unlock valuable information about the universe by observing distant flashes from cosmic events. "The Einstein Probe can capture sudden cosmic burst events, or violent activities of celestial bodies. This kind of celestial body that suddenly appears in the universe, lasts for a few moments, and then disappears quickly is called a transient," said Yuan Weimin, chief scientist of the Einstein Probe. There are many spectacular transients and bursts in the universe from stellar activities near the solar system to gamma ray bursts from the distant early universe. They can generate huge radioactive energy in a very short period of time, concentrated in the X-ray band, producing complex and changing brightness levels like sparkling fireworks. Such transients and bursts originate from the critical stages of the formation and evolution of celestial bodies, and carry key information for studying the universe. However, due to absorption by the Earth's atmosphere, X-rays containing valuable information cannot reach the ground. "These transients are relatively far away, and their signals are relatively dim. They appear randomly in space. We don't know when and in what direction they appear. So it is difficult for current satellites to detect them, and we need a monitor with very high sensitivity and large field-of-view. That's why we developed the Einstein Probe—to capture these more remote and dimmer transients and bursts," Yuan said. Learn more about the international Einstein Probe X-ray Mission: https://lnkd.in/gt2PaR-R Credit: EPSC, NAO/CAS; DSS; ESO/China Central Television (CCTV) Acknowledgement: SciNews Duration: 1 minute, 47 seconds Release Date: April 28, 2024 Mårten Riesbeck Nicole R. Zahra T. Daniel S. #NASA #ESA #CAS #Space #Astronomy #Science #Earth #Satellite #EinsteinProbe #爱因斯坦探针 #China #中国 #Cosmos #Universe #Xray #Transients #MPE #Germany #Deutschland #Europe #STEM #Education #HD #Video

November 4th: Honoring Charles Kuen Kao, the “Father of Fiber Optics” and His Impact on Communication and Space Exploration On this day, November 4th, 2009, Charles Kuen Kao was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his groundbreaking research in the field of fiber optics. Kao’s pioneering work on the transmission of light in fibers for optical communication revolutionized the way we share information, laying the foundation for the global internet and modern telecommunications. His discoveries continue to impact technology and even space exploration in remarkable ways. In the 1960s, Charles Kuen Kao demonstrated how to transmit light signals over long distances using ultra-pure glass fibers, transforming optical communication from a theoretical concept to a practical reality. His research has led to advancements that are now crucial to our digital world, enabling high-speed internet, data transmission, and global connectivity. The technology that Kao’s work inspired also plays a significant role in space science and exploration. Fiber optics have become indispensable in space missions, improving communication between spacecraft and Earth and facilitating the high-speed transfer of scientific data collected from deep space. They also enable robust imaging systems and advanced sensors used in satellites, telescopes, and space exploration equipment, contributing to our understanding of the universe. Charles Kuen Kao’s legacy transcends terrestrial communication, influencing technologies that have expanded humanity’s reach into space. His achievements remind us that innovation in one field can have far-reaching impacts across multiple domains, pushing the boundaries of what we thought was possible. Today, we celebrate the visionary work of Charles Kuen Kao, whose contributions continue to transform our world and beyond. #OnThisDay #CharlesKuenKao #FiberOptics #NobelPrize #SpaceExploration #Innovation #CommunicationTechnology #SpaceScience #DigitalRevolution