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Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) vs. Customised In-House Development – which is the best approach for the space industry?🚀 Today, we see that access to space has expanded dramatically. Where once a few launch operators dominated, now companies like SpaceX, RocketLab, Orbex, Skyrora Ltd, and Firefly Aerospace are offering cheaper, faster access, enabling frequent trials of new technologies. 🌟 While traditional manufacturers have favoured in-house development for control and risk mitigation, COTS components are now revolutionising space tech by offering agility, speed, and performance guarantees. 🔍 Piers Olsen CEng, CEO of Olsen Actuators & Drives, shares his expert insights on this ongoing debate. Explore his perspective here: https://lnkd.in/ei66vNBw

Pale Blue , co-founded by Jun Asakawa , a Japanese small satellite thruster developer, secures an additional $8.5 million in venture capital to ramp up production of its water vapor propulsion systems. This funding, combined with previous investments, will fuel the establishment of a production facility and further technological advancements. Pale Blue's Resistojet thrusters, already demonstrated in orbit, are set to revolutionize propulsion for satellites under 10 kilograms. With plans to expand into larger spacecraft propulsion, the company aims for in-orbit demonstrations in the coming years. Led by a consortium of investors, including Astart and Global Brain Corporation , Pale Blue is poised to advance its eco-friendly propulsion technology and broaden its commercial applications. #PaleBlue #SpaceTechnology #ThrusterDevelopment #VentureCapital #SatellitePropulsion #Innovation #SustainableSpace #JapaneseStartups #WaterPropulsion #SpaceIndustry #fundsfever

European Consortium Receives euro 15M for Inflatable Heat Shield Development. by Hugo Ritmico - Madrid, Spain (SPX) Illustration of the Inflatable Heat Shield during re-entry from space (c) Deimos 2024 A European consortium, led by Spanish mission and system integrator Elecnor Deimos ("Deimos"), is working to develop an inflatable heat shield (IHS) for recovering rocket stages from space. This system could also protect cargo during re-entry and may be used for Mars missions. ICARUS ("Inflatable Concept Aeroshell for the Recovery of a re-Usable launcher Stage") has received euro 10 million in funding from the European Commission (EC) under the Horizon Europe programme (grant nr. 101134997). This project follows EFESTO-1 ( euro 3 million) and EFESTO-2 ( euro 2 million), funded by Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe, respectively. ICARUS consists of three phases. In the first phase, the consortium will complete the mission and system design and mature key technologies on the ground. The second phase involves a flight test on a sounding rocket with an IHS demonstrator in hypersonic conditions. The IHS will be approximately 50 cm in diameter inside the rocket and will inflate to about 3 m. A commercial full-scale version could inflate to a diameter of 10 m. The third phase involves post-flight analysis of data and information to understand spacecraft behavior, evaluate technology performance, and verify simulation models. The ICARUS project, estimated to take about four years, is set to kick off in June 2024, with a demonstrator test expected in 2028. The consortium, led by Deimos, includes: - German Aerospace Centre (DLR-MORABA and DLR AS-HYP): Flight test, launch campaign execution, and vehicle health monitoring - Italian Aerospace Research Centre (CIRA): Vehicle thermal protection system https://lnkd.in/dBZs_SmE

✦ BLUE ORIGIN aims for the inaugural launch of its NEW GLENN rocket before the end of 2024. ✦ The mission will carry the BLUE RING PATHFINDER to test critical technologies for the BLUE RING ORBITAL TRANSFER VEHICLE. ✦ Tanking tests are conducted at CAPE CANAVERAL, with payload installation awaiting REGULATORY APPROVALS. #BlueOrigin #NewGlenn #SpaceTech

What year was QUUB founded? .. .. .. .. .. In an earlier post we throw back to our first satellites. In the description, we mention that our company was founded by our CEO in 2018! Did you get it right? Share with friends and family to see if they can get the right answer! #SpaceTech #SpaceInnovation #Aerospace #quubspace #quubdata

We at Origin Antares® Incorp are thrilled to announce our partnership with Prime Toolings a leading force in precision engineering and manufacturing. This partnership marks a significant step forward as we combine our expertise in space technology with Prime Toolings cutting-edge production capabilities. Together, we aim to revolutionize the space industry by crafting innovative, high-quality solutions for aerospace and defence. This partnership exemplifies how two companies, rooted in different sectors, can lift each other by leveraging their unique strengths. Prime Toolings brings invaluable experience in precision tooling and component manufacturing, which will play a critical role in the development of our satellites and space systems. Their dedication to quality and innovation aligns perfectly with our vision at Origin Antares® Incorp. By joining forces, we are not only streamlining our production processes but also enhancing the reliability and performance of our space technologies. This ensures that every component we launch meets the highest industry standards, bringing us one step closer to realizing groundbreaking achievements in space exploration and defence. Together, Origin Antares® Incorp and Prime Toolings are setting new benchmarks in the aerospace industry, demonstrating the importance of partnerships in driving forward innovation and success. #originantares #partnership #engineering #satellite #propulsion #spacetechnology #space #learning #opportunity #growth #student #orbitalmechanics #spaceandbeyond #propulsion #rocket #opportunity #trending #beyondmars #technology #rocketry #satellitetechnology #defence #learning #growth #student #students #team #spaceresearch #research #payload

In a historic moment, Omnidea Group unveiled its cutting-edge qualified Manual Ball Valve (MBV), reinforcing Portugal’s presence into the global aerospace market. The spotlight falls on the MBV—the first recurrent commercial supply contract with one of the largest Space OEM's in the world. Our client is Thales Alenia Space France, a global player which in this moment stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Omnidea.  This partnership transcends borders, unlocking new possibilities in space exploration. For all these reasons we shall say that MBV isn’t just a valve: it’s a quantum leap toward a brighter future as well as a symbol of economic growth and community pride. Omnidea Group’s multidisciplinary team of visionaries is rewriting the rules of space exploration. From renewable energy to aerospace, we’re on a mission to democratize access to the cosmos. European Space Agency - ESA, Portugal Space | Agência Espacial Portuguesa, Fercorte Indústria Metalúrgica, and Carlos Alves, Arruda dos Vinhos Municipal Council President, join the celebration. It’s about more than valves: it’s about jobs, resilience, and technological prowess! #Omnidea #OmnideaRTG #space #technology #OEM #ESA #Thales #MBVvalves #spaceexploration

More great stuff happening in the field of space tethers! Take a look at what's happened this past year in the 2024 Aerospace America magazine (AIAA) Year in Review! #AIAA #spacetethers #spacetech #yearinreview

ESA awards €44.2 million in additional Boost! funding to HyImpulse, Isar Aerospace, Orbex, and Rocket Factory Augsburg - RFA. Orbex will receive €5.6 million, Isar Aerospace €15 million, and both Rocket Factory Augsburg and HyImpulse €11.8 million each. https://lnkd.in/dU4a6kfC

We at Origin Antares® Incorp are thrilled to announce our partnership with Prime Toolings a leading force in precision engineering and manufacturing. This partnership marks a significant step forward as we combine our expertise in space technology with Prime Toolings cutting-edge production capabilities. Together, we aim to revolutionize the space industry by crafting innovative, high-quality solutions for aerospace and defence. This partnership exemplifies how two companies, rooted in different sectors, can lift each other by leveraging their unique strengths. Prime Toolings brings invaluable experience in precision tooling and component manufacturing, which will play a critical role in the development of our satellites and space systems. Their dedication to quality and innovation aligns perfectly with our vision at Origin Antares® Incorp. By joining forces, we are not only streamlining our production processes but also enhancing the reliability and performance of our space technologies. This ensures that every component we launch meets the highest industry standards, bringing us one step closer to realizing groundbreaking achievements in space exploration and defence. Together, Origin Antares® Incorp and Prime Toolings are setting new benchmarks in the aerospace industry, demonstrating the importance of partnerships in driving forward innovation and success. #originantares #partnership #engineering #satellite #propulsion #spacetechnology #space #learning #opportunity #growth #student #orbitalmechanics #spaceandbeyond #propulsion #rocket #opportunity #trending #beyondmars #technology #rocketry #satellitetechnology #defence #learning #growth #student #students #team #spaceresearch #research #payload