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South Korea's Space Technology Industry: A Rising Powerhouse 🚀 Hanwha's Ambitious Moon Mission: Hanwha Corporation is spearheading South Korea's next-generation space launch vehicle project, aiming for a moon landing by 2032. This project underscores the nation's commitment to space exploration and technological advancement.  https://lnkd.in/gv3vu8DK New Space Agency: South Korea has launched a new space agency to coordinate and advance its space-related activities, reflecting its aspirations to join the ranks of global space powers.  https://lnkd.in/ey8w2xVv Record Budget and Legislative Support: The government is expanding the budget and authority for space initiatives, supported by legislative advancements and technological improvements.  https://lnkd.in/gMMf7BPh Key Players: Major contributors include Hanwha Corporation, DSME Co. Ltd., Korean Air Lines Co. Ltd., Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI), Lockheed Martin Corporation, The Boeing Company, Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd. (KAI), and Victek Co. Ltd. These entities are driving innovation and growth in the industry.  https://lnkd.in/ev8jx6EW Recent Advancements: South Korea has achieved significant milestones, such as the successful launch of the Nuri rocket and the deployment of its first satellite into orbit. The collaboration with SpaceX to launch a military surveillance satellite further highlights the nation's progress.  https://lnkd.in/ewq8A3KU #SpaceTechnology #SouthKorea #Innovation #Aerospace #Hanwha #KARI #SpaceExploration #TechAdvancement

Space is an industry with the most diverse range of applications. 🛰️ Spacemanic is a part of this community and ecosystem. 🌐🚀 (Also, you can try finding our CEO Jakub Kapuš in the picture below, because we know you guys like a good challenge! 🤩) #newspace #spacetechnology #spaceindustry #spacetech 📡

On April 7, 2024, India celebrated a major milestone for the private space industry. SpaceX Falcon 9 during the Bandwagon-1 Mission, launched from Launch Complex 39A, Kennedy Space Center, Florida (USA), successfully launched and deployed the Made-in-India Earth-Imaging military satellite TSAT-1A at 23:16 UTC by TATA Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) for Earth Observation (EO). The TSAT-1A, weighing 50 kg, has been meticulously crafted, assembled, and tested at the Tata Vemgal Facility, Karnataka. Positioned in low-earth orbit, this satellite boasts remarkable capabilities, including sub-metre-resolution and rapid data transfer properties, facilitating highly detailed image production. These features render it immensely valuable for defence and strategic applications. TASL, a subsidiary of Tata Sons, stands as a key contender in aerospace and defence solutions in collaboration with the leader in sub-metre-resolution EO data collection, Satellogic Inc. The collaboration signed in November 2023 encompasses a focus on the development and integration of an advanced earth observation satellite, underscoring India’s growing prowess in space technology. Authored by Jaypal Kalra for the Covering ISRO. #isro #tata #tsat #space #aerospace #spacex #elonmusk #elon #falcon9 #rocket #military #satellite #earth #science

Last night, SpaceX launched Hisdesat Servicios Estratégicos’s SpainSat New Generation (NG) I communication satellite from Space Launch Complex 39A (LC-39A) at Kennedy Space Center, FL. The SpainSat NG program aims to develop, launch and operate the European most advanced next-gen military telecommunications satellites. It represents Spain’s most ambitious program and Hisdesat’s most significant project up to now. The project comprises two satellites built by Airbus Defence and Space – SpainSat NG I and SpainSat NG II – which will operate in X-band, military Ka band, and UHF. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dTw63QxM #Airbus #SpaceX #Falcon9 #Spainsat #Spain #launch

This is probably the next frontier in human space endeavors - threat response from armed satellites and from surface to space missiles. Seems like step 1 of 2000 towards a Star Wars type retaliation around a planet. We will have to wait and see if this will sustain or pan out. Not sure how much risk is involved in insuring commercial satellites if such threat response becomes frequent in the future. #space #satellites #starwars #insurance

What a milestone for Hisdesat Servicios Estratégicos! Just a few days ago, the first of two SpainSat New Generation sats - Europe's most advanced secure communications satellites - reached orbit via SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket. Expected to enter into service in geostationary (GEO) orbit from the second half of 2025, it will support government and military communications needs with cutting-edge technology. Discover more about it in my latest article. Just click below! 🚀

You've heard of taking the high ground but what about the high ground in #space 🚀 ? After the announcement of Russia's launch of a #counterspace weapon in May, many started to ask why. In my latest piece on #gotech, I explore this issue and answer what the strategic high ground in space is and what it means for #criticalinfrastructure. ⬇ ⬇ ⬇ https://lnkd.in/e8v7JGA8

🌌 Falcon 9: Driving Innovation and Strengthening U.S. Leadership in Space 🚀 The recent advancements with SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket are not just milestones in space exploration—they're game-changers for the United States. Here's why: 🔑 Key Outcomes: 🌍 Enhanced global connectivity with O3b mPOWER satellites, enabling high-performance broadband for underserved regions. 🛰️ Strengthened national security with Starshield satellites and advanced surveillance systems for defense and intelligence. 📡 Upgraded GPS capabilities for precise navigation critical to military, aviation, and civilian use. 💼 Why It Matters to the U.S.: Economic Growth: Falcon 9 missions create jobs, foster private investments, and expand the U.S. space economy. Military Superiority: Enhanced GPS and secure communication systems ensure unmatched global strategic advantage. Scientific Progress: Satellites launched on Falcon 9 enable groundbreaking research, better weather forecasting, and environmental monitoring. With reusable launch systems and streamlined FAA licensing, the U.S. continues to lead the global space economy—driving innovation, connecting communities, and shaping the future. Let’s celebrate the power of collaboration between cutting-edge technology and visionary goals! with Elon Musk 🌟 #SpaceExploration #Falcon9 #Innovation #USLeadership #Aerospace #Connectivity #SpaceX #US #ElonMusk

The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) selected Virginia-based The Spaceport Company to demonstrate using a sea-based launch platform to quickly send cargo or satellites to orbit. Spaceport builds floating launch pads that could allow commercial companies or the Defense Department to fly payloads offshore. The concept is particularly relevant amid unprecedented launch rates, which are increasingly causing congestion at U.S. ranges. The award is part of a DIU effort called Novel Responsive Space Delivery, which aims to prototype commercial solutions that support responsive and precise space launch capabilities. That could include using a rocket to send cargo from one point on Earth to another, between two satellites in orbit, or from one location in space to another. For more information, go to: https://buff.ly/3RbDHb1

According to Alexey Varochko, director general of the Khrunichev’s Center Russia producing the Proton missiles, Russia has suggested continuing launches of Proton from #Kazakhstan after 2025. Russia should stop launching Proton from Kazakhstan’s territory in two years to meet bilateral arrangements reached earlier. «Khrunichev’s Center and the Roskosmos State Corporation have prepared and sent their proposal to our #Kazakhstani counterparts. Currently, we are looking for a way to address the issue. This process is also going within the Intergovernmental Commission on the #Baikonur complex,» Varochko said. According to the Russian official, there are ten extra Proton-M carrier vehicles in Russia. Some of them are meant to be used within the Russian space program, some for commercial purposes, but some are idle due to geopolitical tensions. Russia now wants to find use for them. «With this regard, Khrunichev’s Center in conjunction with Roskosmos are working over the possible options of payload for carrier vehicles both inside and outside the country,» Varochko added. In 2015, Kazakhstan and Russia reached an agreement that launches of Proton should stop after 2025 because the missile was powered by a very toxic fuel called heptyl. At the time, Russia said it would stop production of Proton, replacing it with more Earth-friendly Angara. According to some media reports, Proton is the most powerful Russian missile, first going to space on July 16, 1965. It was designed as a carrier vehicle for various spacecraft within national and commercial space programs. Overall, more than 400 Proton missiles were launched into space. Russia has been leasing the #Baikonur space complex in the #Kyzylorda region of Kazakhstan since 1994. The leasing agreement expires in 2050. Every year, Russia pays $115 million to Kazakhstan for the space complex.  https://lnkd.in/dy_cTKMC