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"On July 7, 2024, NOAA’s GOES-U executed its final engine burn, placing the satellite in geostationary orbit 22,236 miles above Earth’s equator. Upon reaching this milestone, GOES-U was renamed GOES-19. GOES satellites are designated with a letter prior to launch and a number once they achieve geostationary orbit." #satellitedata #remotesensing #earthobservation

Two weeks have now passed since the launch of Ovzon 3, and we are pleased to report that all is well with our satellite. Spacecraft separation from the second stage of the Falcon 9 rocket was followed by flawless deployments of both solar arrays and thrusters. Signal from the satellite was established as planned, which means we track the health of the satellite in real-time. The all-electric propulsion system is working as designed and Ovzon 3 is making its way towards geostationary orbit. The first week was dedicated to raising perigee above 1200 km altitude where atmospheric drag is not an issue. During the second week the Ovzon 3 reached above 1200km, and preliminary satellite platform In-Orbit-Test was successfully completed. It is now on track towards its GEO orbit position of 59.7E which it is planned to reach during the second quarter of this year. Follow Ovzon 3 in real time here: https://lnkd.in/duSGiAZn https://lnkd.in/df-Mzmae #Ovzon #SwedishSpace #satellite #spacetechnology #spaceinnovation #satcom #satellitecommunications #satcomasaservice #ovzon3launch

Starship consists of the Super Heavy booster and the Starship spacecraft. Both stages are powered by Raptor engines, which burn liquid methane and liquid oxygen. Both stages are constructed primarily of stainless steel, instead of the carbon composite used in a series of prior designs. The Starship spacecraft is designed to be protected during atmospheric reentry by its thermal protection system, and it is able to land using its engines, following a 'belly flop' maneuver, where the spacecraft turns from a horizontal to a vertical orientation.🚀 #astronomylover #spacex #starship SpaceX

#NewSpaceEconomy -"Is In-Space Maneuvering Tech on the Cusp of a Breakthrough?" - satellitetoday #refueling #servicing #technology #space #spacetech #satellites #spaceoperations #future #spaceexploration #lifesupport #lunar #habitats #spaceeconomy #microgravity #manufacturing #OSAM #minerals #spacetourism

🛰 Making the most out of space assets 🛰 How? Faster to orbit = Faster to generate revenue That's what's waiting for your satellite with the GATE Jetpack - a chemical, easy-to-integrate propulsion system. 🔥 #space #newspace #propulsion #technology

New article from #Constellations about the VLEO market! Read now --> https://lnkd.in/exZG5MUD Juniper Research, Blue Canyon Technologies and LeoLabs are examining the satellite propulsion and power generation advancements—tech that is enabling a satellite presence in very low Earth orbit, or #VLEO. According to a new market report, VLEO is poised to become a $220B industry by 2030. #satellite #space

SpaceX's Falcon 9 has successfully launched the Earth Cloud Aerosol and Radiation Explorer (EarthCARE) satellite into low-Earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. Developed collaboratively by the European Space Agency and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, EarthCARE's mission is to study the impact of clouds and aerosols on Earth’s atmosphere. This research is crucial for understanding climate change and improving weather prediction models. Notably, this launch marked the seventh flight for the Falcon 9 first stage booster used in this mission, highlighting SpaceX's continued success in reusability. #SpaceX #EarthCARE #ESA #JAXA #ClimateChange #Aerospace #SatelliteLaunch ---------------------- Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eJsivuSp

We are literally living in science fiction!! SpaceX successfully caught a 19-story Super Heavy booster rocket mid-air, showcasing the pinnacle of engineering and precision. Reverse docking is an engineering marvel—significantly more complex than simply launching a rocket. It involves managing intense heat while maintaining precise control in the same direction of travel, all while balancing against gravitational forces. Even the slightest error could lead to catastrophic failure. The precision with which SpaceX’s team accomplishes this is truly remarkable. As humanity stands on the threshold of becoming a multi-planetary species, this kind of focus and dedication is crucial. The progress being made in this area is not just impressive; it’s a pivotal step toward our future in space exploration. 🌌 #SpaceX #Engineering #SpaceExploration #Innovation #FutureTech #ScienceFiction #MultiPlanetary

𝐀 '𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞' 𝐠𝐞𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 10𝐭𝐡 This is the first alert of its kind in nearly two decades, promising not only a dazzling display of the Northern Lights across much of the U.S. — but also significant risks for our technological infrastructure. That is the second-strongest kind of geomagnetic storm that is triggered by several high energy plasma bursts from the sun. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡: 🔺 Satellite operators might face difficulties in tracking their spacecraft due to the intense solar activity. 🔺  Electric power grids may experience induced currents, potentially affecting operations. #spaceweather #spacetech #innovation #space

Watch SpaceX Launch Earth-Observing Satellite Today 🚀🌍 Today at 6:20 p.m. ET, SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket will launch the EarthCARE satellite, a mission to study clouds, aerosols, and their effects on Earth's climate. 🌦️🌫️ Catch the live stream on Space.com or via ESA starting at 5:30 p.m. ET. This marks SpaceX’s second launch of the day! 📡🛰️ EarthCARE, a collaboration between ESA and JAXA, will help us understand solar radiation balance—crucial for addressing climate issues. 🌞🌧️ The satellite’s data will improve climate models and weather predictions. 🌎📊 Don’t miss this doubleheader! Are you excited about space missions? 🚀✨ #SpaceX #EarthCARE #ClimateChange #SpaceExploration #SatelliteLaunch