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History was made on 9th July 2024 when the Ariane 6 rocket launched into orbit for the first time. Developed and built by ArianeGroup on behalf of the European Space Agency (ESA), Ariane 6 represents a leap forward in independent space access for European member states, and incorporates the innovative Vinci engine and several improvements on existing launch technology. Element is very proud to have contributed to this success as a testing partner of both ArianeGroup and Airbus Defence and Space, delivering both materials testing and product testing to support decision making and ensure the safe and successful development and launch of this project. Element's testing programmes included the qualification of composite and metallic materials, production controls and specific mechanical properties determination. Our expert teams used our state of the art capabilities across the Element Toulouse and Element Seville facilities to support our partners on this incredible and exciting project for the ESA. Learn more about Element's Aerospace capabilities here: https://lnkd.in/eWEnFHm9 The video of the launch is available to watch here: https://lnkd.in/g99v6-zH Everyone at Element would like to congratulate all the people around Europe who made Ariane 6's first flight possible, and wish the programme all the best for the future. #ElementMaterialsTechnology #MakingTomorrowSaferThanToday #Ariane6 #Space #EuropeanSpaceAgency #MaterialsTesting #ProductTesting

🔦 Ariane 6 update In order to optimise the #Ariane6 testing schedule, the test sequence has been inverted. This allows us to anticipate the launch rehearsal test, followed by the long-duration firing test of the main stage Vulcain 2.1 engine, and ultimately reduces any impact on the overall schedule. *Next milestones* October: Combined test, launch rehearsal with ignition of the main stage, Kourou, French Guiana November: Combined test, long-duration firing of the main stage with Vulcain 2.1 engine, Kourou, French Guiana December: Upper stage firing test, Lampoldshausen, Germany Centre National d'Études Spatiales ArianeGroup ARIANESPACE European Space Agency - ESA Read the full update here: https://lnkd.in/dBijiwvR

Successful ArianeGroup 6 core stage long-duration hot-fire test ArianeGroup European Space Agency - ESA CNES On November 23, 2023, teams from ArianeGroup, the French Space Agency (CNES), and the European Space Agency (ESA) successfully carried out the long-duration hot-fire test of the Ariane 6 core stage on its launch pad at Europe’s Spaceport, French Guiana. This new complete hot-fire test of Ariane 6’s core stage is a key step in the combined tests campaign. It follows on from the initial integration of the Ariane 6 launcher on its launch pad, electrical and fluids functional qualification tests, and the first launch sequence tests. These tests were successfully carried out on July 18, 2023 with the very first countdown sequence rehearsal, covering preparation, fueling, and draining operations, on September 5, 2023 with the ignition and four-second stabilized operation of the core stage Vulcain 2.1 engine, and on October 23, at night, with a 30-hour-long launch sequence plus multiple qualification tests on several launch system functions. #France #SpaceEnablers #WorkInSpace #SpaceIndustry #Space #Launch #CNES #ESA #Europe https://lnkd.in/ex7WWKJR

China's new export restrictions on aviation and space equipment (effective July 1st) could impact US companies reliant on Chinese imports. The restrictions cover: - Aircraft & spacecraft parts (engines, structures, etc.) - Specific manufacturing tools - Certain bulletproof materials - Software & designs for the above US importers, take note! Review your shipments and assess potential disruptions. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gFDVm-6A #Aerospace #SupplyChain #GlobalTrade #ExportControls

PLANUM BOREUM. The terrain surrounding #Mars’s north pole, known as Planum Boreum, is fascinating. The pole itself is covered in layers and layers of fine dust and #water ice; these stack several kilometres thick and stretch out for around 1000 km (approximately the width of France). You can see the beginnings of Planum Boreum to the right of the frame, with some subtle wrinkling showing where layers of material are starting to build up. These layers formed as a mix of dust, #water ice and frost settled on the martian ground over time. Each layer holds valuable information about #Mars’s history, telling the story of how the planet’s climate has changed over the past few million years. In martian winter, the layers are topped by a thin cap of #dry ice (#carbon #dioxide ice) a couple of metres thick. This cap completely disappears to the atmosphere each martian summer.

Launches Europe made it! https://lnkd.in/dkgZazfn Regarding accessible Launches for Arianespace, it is very interesting that one Satcom and one commercial EO were launched by Space x in Q2/24, because the 3 DoD and 3 Gov missions would not have been an option for non US Launch provider . As for the reusability of the first stage, it has been shown that with about 15 launches/year this really makes economic sense. So the design of Ariane 6 with approx. 10 launches per year makes perfect sense. https://lnkd.in/deRvZdvy

The countdown starts - the first take-off of Ariane 6 is scheduled for 9 July 🚀 The countdown is on! 🌌 Today is finally the day - the first launch of Ariane 6. 🛰️ At the ILA Berlin Air Show in June, ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher announced the exciting news: the launch of Ariane 6 will take place from the European space centre in French Guiana. Today at exactly 19:30 it will be time! 💫 With pride, we look back on this gigantic project and remember the extensive structural tests we carried out for it. Our experts developed a monumental test rig to validate the inter-tank structures of the Ariane 6 rocket. 💪🏼 This allowed us to test the strength, stiffness and reliability of these critical structures thoroughly and successfully. Now it's time to say goodbye. We are excited and are looking forward to the successful launch, which we will follow live on YouTube https://lnkd.in/e-jiCj_2 Safe journey, Ariane 6! The test mission was carried out and financed as part of an ESA programme, with the Ariane Group acting as the main contractor. The static tests were tasked to Applus+ IMA Dresden by MT-Aerospace. Applus+ Laboratories #Ariane6 #Space #Countdown #Structuraltests #Success #launch #ESA

Europe's aerospace clusters are as diverse as the regions they call home, let's get to know them - today we are looking at NAE (Normandie AeroEspace)!🚀✨ Unlocking the potential of Normandy's aerospace, defence, and security sectors, Normandie AeroEspace (NAE) has stood as a centre of excellence since its establishment in 1998. The cluster is comprised of 175 members (companies, start-ups, research institutes, educational establishments) fostering innovation and expertise. Home to industry giants such as Safran (Nacelles, Spacecraft Engines, Data Systems, Aerosystems), ArianeGroup, Naval Group, and Thales, NAE envisions a pivotal role for aerospace and defence with its members shaping projects at the heart of innovation. With a robust ecosystem of 21,500 employees contributing to cutting-edge technologies, including engines, nacelles, electronics, and maintenance, NAE ensures a comprehensive spectrum of expertise. NAE's services for its members span across five different strategic development areas. These being: Research, Technology & Innovation, Business & International, Employment & Training, Competitiveness, and Communication. Going beyond this, the cluster offers international modes of collaboration, boasting the "NAE EXPORT CLUB" since 2014 and fostering partnerships within the EACP. If you want to find out more about NAE (Normandie AeroEspace) and the other EACP member clusters feel free to check out our website. https://lnkd.in/eMmnnzxR 🌐✈️ #ClusterSpotlight #EACP #Cluster #Aerospace #Innovation #NAE #Aviation #Normandie Cutullic Samuel Marion Morel Fabienne Folliot Photo credit: ESA- NASA – Thomas Pesquet

#snsinstitutions #snsdesignthinkers #designthinking AEROSPACE * Aerospace is a term used to collectively refer to the atmosphere and outer space. Aerospace activity is very diverse, with a multitude of commercial, industrial, and military applications. Aerospace engineering consists of aeronautics and astronautics. Aerospace organizations research, design, manufacture, operate, or maintain both aircraft and spacecraft. * In most industrial countries, the aerospace industry is a cooperation of the public and private sectors. For example, several states have a civilian space program funded by the government, such as National Aeronautics and Space Administration in the United States, European Space Agency in Europe, the Canadian Space Agency in Canada, Indian Space Research Organisation in India, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency in Japan, Roscosmos State Corporation for Space Activities in Russia, China National Space Administration in China, SUPARCO in Pakistan, Iranian Space Agency in Iran, and Korea Aerospace Research Institute in South Korea. * Along with these public space programs, many companies produce technical tools and components such as spacecraft and satellites. Some known companies involved in space programs include Boeing, Cobham, Airbus, SpaceX, Lockheed Martin, United Technologies, MDA and Northrop Grumman.

Small but mighty companies working on ESA’s planetary defence mission, There are 28 small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) working on ESA’s Hera planetary defence mission, which involves about 100 companies in total. These SMEs are building European cutting-edge technologies for the spacecraft, its instruments and two CubeSats., : There are 28 small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) working on ESA’s Hera planetary defence mission, which involves about 100 companies in total. These SMEs are building