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There's still time to register for this month's Webinar: "China and India’s Beyond Earth Human Spaceflight Programs: A Space Race By Any Other Name?" Moderated by Beyond Earth’s Executive Vice President, Courtney Stadd, this panel features a cadre of subject matter experts who will discuss the aggressive human spaceflight initiatives of China and India. What’s the reality? What are the facts? What does this mean for the future of human spaceflight? Are we ushering the same Earthly geopolitical fault lines into outer space?

Final Dragon 2.0 Crew #5 build completed! Each Dragon capsule, Crew or Cargo is capable of multiple reuses, so there should be enough to carry on missions well into the end of the decade. The Dragon is still the only means to bring science back from the International space station since the other Cargo spacecraft burn up on entry. As for Crew, Soyuz has not been updated in decades and the fate of Starliner is in a limbo. Future missions will use Starship by the time Dragon retires. It is remarkable that SpaceX is busy disrupting its own product lines before competition catches up with even Dragon 1.0. #spacex #rockets #space

Today marks the International Day of Human Space Flight, honoring the first human space flight by Yuri Gagarin and celebrating the contribution of space science and technology. #HumanSpaceFlight #SpaceExploration #SpaceTravel #SpaceMission #SpaceAdventure #InternationalDay Learn more here ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/e5VrMjps

Exciting times in the world of space exploration as we celebrate 60 years of spaceflight patches! Our latest blog post delves into the rich history and significance of these unique emblems that represent missions, teams, and milestones in space travel. Discover some of our favorite designs that not only capture the spirit of exploration but also tell fascinating stories of human ingenuity. Read the full article here: https://ift.tt/XQlqEaD

Sierra Space collaborates with Oak Ridge National Laboratory for new thermal protection system tiles to offer shielding that matches the current spaceflight missions' pace. Learn more about the new technology from Sierra Space CEO Tom Vice: https://lnkd.in/eJaPHmik ___ #Space #Technology #GovernmentContracting

ISRO Signs Agreement with Australian Space Agency for Gaganyaan Mission The ISRO - Indian Space Research Organization has announced that is signed an Implementation Agreement with the Australian Space Agency to bolster cooperation on space activities, with a focus on the #Gaganyann Mission: India's first crewed spaceflight programme. Read the full story on The Times Of India: https://lnkd.in/ekWSxAmN

Today we're celebrating a legacy of innovation. On this day in 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to make the perilous journey to space. Immediately, this moment became a symbol of human achievement and continues to inspire technological advancement in space and on Earth. At Reflex, we don't just observe the day; we embrace the values behind it. The early days of space exploration were full of challenges, but every challenge opened a door to creative solutions that pushed our understanding of science and technology further. We’re reminded of how far we’ve come, and how much there is left to accomplish. We see the legacy of human spaceflight as a call to ensure that the spirit of innovation stays alive in our company and our actions. #InternationalDayOfHumanSpaceFlight #SpaceInnovation #NextSpace

Changing Perspectives: The Future of Commercial Spaceflight Neil Armstrong and Gene Cernan's critiques of commercial spaceflight weigh heavily on fans of the industry. Our innovative developments may reshape their views. Join us as we explore this critical dialogue and the advancements that could alter perceptions in aerospace. #CommercialSpaceflight #AerospaceInnovation #NeilArmstrong #GeneCernan #FutureOfFlight #SpaceExploration #IndustryInsights #SpaceTechnology #HeroesOfSpace #ChangingPerceptions #spacex

Commercial Human Spaceflight Market References 1997 to Present * This article is a compendium of market references related to commercial human spaceflight, including regulations, characteristics, size, and forecasts.

A groundbreaking new technology will enable the development of exterior spacecraft tiles that can withstand the high temperatures of re-entering Earth’s atmosphere over multiple, frequent missions. The process is the result of a collaboration between the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Sierra Space. This new Thermal Protection System (TPS) was created to meet the needs of a commercial space industry that is moving at a faster pace than previous generations of spaceflight and now requires more missions over shorter periods of time...https://lnkd.in/g6U4wcCu