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🌌🚀 Exciting News ! Introducing the #EuBEST Project: Simplifying Access to Space in Europe We're thrilled to announce that the "European Bench for Engine and Stage Testing" project, funded by #HorizonEurope, has officially launched! Eu-BEST is a collaborative initiative dedicated to revolutionizing space infrastructure testing, making space more accessible and affordable. Our consortium is a powerhouse of expertise, featuring 7 european partners: Clemessy, SpaceDreamS, OHB Digital Connect GmbH, Pangea Aerospace, Institut d'Estudis Espacials de Catalunya - IEEC , SUAS Aerospace, and Aeroports Públics de Catalunya. Together, we're set to develop and operate a modular and mobile test bench for rocket engines and stages, serving multiple launchers across various locations, promoting #interoperability and #efficiency. With a vision of conducting up to 200 tests per year at competitive prices, our goal is to support Europe’s space ambitions by creating a European network of ground facilities dedicated to launchers, supporting both new and established players in the space industry. The first hot-fire test is scheduled for the 3rd quarter of 2026 with Pangea Aerospace's #ARCOS aerospike engine at the Lleida-Alguaire Aeroport. Stay tuned for updates as we embark on this groundbreaking journey. Check out our website for more information: www.eu-best.space Join us as we take European space testing to new heights! 🚀✨ #EuBEST #HorizonEurope #TestBench #RocketEngineTesting #StageTesting #NewSpace #Innovation #GroundSegment #Europe Feel free to engage, share, and follow us for more updates on this exciting journey! 🌟

🚀 Dive into the Future with ESA's Space for Inspiration 2024 Join European Space Agency - ESA at the Space for Inspiration 2024 conference, a pivotal event dedicated to the commercialisation of space exploration. This gathering is a beacon for those intrigued by the potential of the #NewSpace sector. Conference Details: 📅 Date:18-19th January 2024 📍 Location: Keplerlaan 1, Noordwijk, Netherlands 🌍 Key topics: the future of commercial stations, crew and cargo transportation to LEO and the Moon, and the post-ISS era. Discussion Areas: 🛰️ Delve into the nuances of commercial missions, exploring innovative approaches and strategies. 🌑 Visualize the challenges and opportunities in the lunar exploration and LEO domains. Broadening Horizons: 🌠 The conference aims to spark discussions that transcend beyond space, offering insights into the broader impact on technology and innovation. 💡 Emphasising commercial aspects, the event bridges the gap between space exploration and market viability. Be Part of the Change: 🤝 ESA invites space enthusiasts, startups and investors to engage in this transformative event. Your participation could shape the trajectory of space commercialisation. 🔗 Don't miss your chance to be at the forefront of space innovation. For more details and to secure your spot, visit the event website: https://smpl.is/8dncu Are you a #startup, #investor, or industry player passionate about #NewSpace? Follow Einstein Industries Ventures to stay updated on the latest innovations and breakthroughs in our #space! #EinsteinIV #SpaceForInspiration2024 #ESA #LEO #MoonExploration #CommercialSpace #SpaceInnovation #Noordwijk #SpaceConference #space #spacetech #innovation #technology #venturecapital #funds #investors #VC #lp

Latitudo 40 is ready for launch at the IAC2024 in Milan! 🚀 From 14 to 18 October, we’ll be joining the 75th International Astronautical Congress (IAC), thanks to AIPAS – Associazione delle Imprese per le Attività Spaziali, with our very own stand. This year’s theme, “Responsible Space for Sustainability”, resonates deeply with our mission to use Earth Observation and geospatial insights to drive sustainability across urban and environmental landscapes. At IAC 2024, we’ll be showcasing how our solutions help cities and industries monitor, plan, and act for a greener future—leveraging space technologies to tackle some of the most pressing challenges like urban heat islands, climate resilience, and green infrastructure management🌱🏙️ As more countries and private players enter the space economy, the need for sustainable and peaceful exploration has never been more important. At Latitudo 40, we’re committed to playing our part in ensuring that space remains an environment open for exploration and cooperation, benefitting all nations, regardless of their development level🌍 We can’t wait to engage with like-minded innovators, explore new collaborations, and show how space-based data can be the foundation of smarter, more sustainable cities. Come visit us at the stand MN-A03 and discover how we’re turning satellite data into actionable insights for a better planet! #IAC2024 #AIPAS #SpaceForSustainability #EarthObservation #SmartCities #Sustainability

🚀 Exciting News: Portugal's Return to Space with AEROS! 🛰️   Thales Edisoft Portugal and CEiiA // Centre of Engineering and Product Development proudly share historic moment for Portugal 🇵🇹 as we, as a nation, embark on a new chapter in Space exploration with the AEROS satellite. This initiative stages our nation’s technological prowess in satellite development, from design to full integration and operation, showcasing Portugal's commitment to advancing scientific research on a global scale through space technologies.   The AEROS is the result of a groundbreaking collaboration effort lead by Thales Edisoft Portugal and CEiiA // Centre of Engineering and Product Development, with Portuguese companies Spin.Works and dstelecom, as well as relevant research institutes and universities, namely Universidade do Minho, FCUP Faculdade de Ciências UP, Universidade do Algarve, Instituto Superior Técnico/ IN+ Center for Innovation, Technology and Policy Research, +ATLANTIC CoLAB , Instituto Do Mar /Okeanos-UAc, AIR Centre - Atlantic International Research Centre, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and MIT Portugal Program.   On March 2024 we are going to Space! 🚀 #AEROS #AEROSConstellation #SpaceExploration #Sustainability #OceanConservation #PortugalInSpace #connectingspace #Thales #Ceiia

🌌 ✈ The reusable 'spaceplane' that could replace rockets and fly humans to space and back. Radian Aerospace is developing a reusable spaceplane, "Radian One," which could replace traditional rockets and transform space travel by offering a more economical, efficient, and comfortable method of launching humans and payloads into space. 🔷 Radian One's Mission:    Aims to replace traditional vertical rocket launches with a reusable spaceplane and rocket-powered sled system, potentially revolutionizing space travel. 🔷 Spaceplane Design:    Radian One is designed to take off and land horizontally, much like a jet, using a rocket-powered sled to accelerate before its engines take over for space travel. 🔷 Efficiency and Cost Reduction:    The spaceplane requires less fuel than rockets and is fully reusable, allowing for rapid turnaround (48 hours between missions) and up to 100 missions per vehicle. 🔷 Operational Capabilities:    Can carry up to five crew members, remain in orbit for up to five days, and conduct various missions, such as scientific research and satellite deployment. 🔷 Technological Innovations:    Combines three technologies: a sled launch system, a specialized landing gear, and wings that provide lift, making it a Single-Stage-To-Orbit (#SSTO) vehicle that doesn't shed parts during ascent. 🔷 Future Plans:    A full-size version of Radian One is expected by 2028, though it may take additional time to reach orbit. Radian One could reshape space travel by offering a reusable, efficient, and cost-effective alternative to traditional rockets, potentially making space travel as accessible as air travel and enabling a range of new space missions. 🌌 ✈ For further details on this inspiring innovation, go to https://lnkd.in/dvwgcgnZ #technology #innovation #spacetech #space #spaceplane #plane #spacetravel #mobility #innovators #futurism #reusable #economic #fuel #efficient #comfort #crew #spacemissions #humans #researcher #scientist #research #entrepreneurship

🚀Starlab Space: Mitsubishi Partnership Boosts Space Commerce 🔭👨🏻🚀 Starlab Space, the dynamic collaboration between Voyager Space and Airbus, has just welcomed Mitsubishi Corporation onboard as a strategic partner and equity owner. This significant partnership, announced on April 4, marks a pivotal step in expanding access to the Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) marketplace, utilizing Starlab’s cutting-edge technologies and capabilities. 🛰️ Mikito Nakaniwa, division COO of Mitsubishi, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, emphasizing the shared goal of unlocking the commercial potential of LEO. With Mitsubishi's vast experience and Starlab's innovation, they aim to create enduring value for global industries. 🌏 Leveraging Mitsubishi's space research capabilities, the partnership seeks to enhance terrestrial product development and democratize access to space-based technologies worldwide through Starlab. 💡 Mike Schoellhorn, CEO of Airbus Defence and Space, highlighted the transformative impact of Mitsubishi's involvement, propelling Starlab to new heights in innovation and market expansion, particularly in Japan. Mitsubishi's rich history in space endeavors aligns seamlessly with Starlab's vision for the future. 🛰️ Starlab's mission is clear: to design, build, and operate a commercial space station, catering to the needs of space agencies, researchers, and businesses worldwide. With the combined expertise of Voyager Space, Airbus, and now Mitsubishi Corporation, the journey to establish a presence in Low-Earth Orbit gains momentum. Stay tuned for more updates on space economy world. #SpaceEconomyMaster #SpaceEconomy #NewSpace #NewSpaceEconomy #SpaceEconomyInstitute #Space

Meet #Hyplane: a single-stage suborbital aerospace plane Provided by Distretto Aerospaziale della Campania - DAC and OMI - Officine Meccaniche Irpine the Hyplane is one of the use cases featured in REPOXYBLE. HYPLANE is a horizontal take-off and landing Mach 4.5 bizjet-size aerospace plane conceived by Trans-Tech and University Federico II of Naples and under study within the industrial-academic ecosystem of the Campania Aerospace District (DAC). HYPLANE has the aim to offer very fast suborbital flight for space tourism, microgravity experimentation and training, and also shortening time to connect two distant airports within a door-to-door scenario. The concept is based on the access to stratospheric altitudes (30 km) for point-to-point stratospheric flights and on suborbital trajectories up to 100 km (Karman line) for space tourism flights, both as safe as today's commercial air transportation, by integrating enhanced state-of-the-art aeronautical and space technologies. Thanks to its technical features, it may operate from/to more than 5000 airports all over the world needing short runways to take-off and land, which for point-to-point business aviation is paramount. Furthermore, characteristics such as small dimension, configuration and high cruising altitude determine reduced noise in the surrounding airports and low sonic boom impact on the ground. These conditions will further facilitate not only the development of the commercial use of such kind of transportation but also its social acceptability. Because of the high speed, the surface temperature of the aircraft during the flight reaches mean levels as high as 350°C. Wing and fuselage panels subject to lower temperature have been identified as REPOXYBLE end-user tests. #HorizonEurope #Composites #AdvancedMaterials Avanzare Innovación Tecnológica | GAIKER Centro Tecnológico | ONYRIQ | University of Patras | University of Ljubljana | Distretto Aerospaziale della Campania - DAC | OMI - Officine Meccaniche Irpine | Universität für Bodenkultur Wien | Airi - Associazione Italiana per la Ricerca Industriale | SATURNTECH | Universitat de Girona | TEMAS Solutions | Riversimple | Gurit | University of Southampton | Aerogel Core Ltd

🚀 Starlab Space LLC: Paving the Way for Commercial Space Stations... Exciting news from Voyager Space and Airbus Defence and Space! They have established Starlab LLC, a venture set to develop and operate the Starlab commercial space station. This marks a significant milestone in the commercial space revolution. Key Highlights: ▪️ Joint Venture: Voyager Space and Airbus collaborate to create Starlab Space LLC. ▪️ Strategic Alliance: Aimed at advancing commercial space opportunities. ▪️ System Definition Review Completion: Ensuring technical and programmatic alignment with project goals. ▪️ Global Reach: Operations in the US and plans for a European affiliate to serve the European Space Agency - ESA. 🗣️ Jean-Marc Nasr of Airbus underlines their commitment to shaping the future of commercial space, aligning with European and American ambitions. What impacts do you foresee this venture having on the future of space exploration and commercialization? Join the conversation below! https://lnkd.in/ezt8jkue #SpaceInnovation #CommercialSpace #Airbus #VoyagerSpace

During his participation at the Paris Air Forum, MaiaSpace CEO Yohann Leroy discussed the mini-launcher market alongside Jörn Spurmann, Chief Commercial Officer at Rocket Factory Augsburg - RFA, Raúl Verdú, Chief Business Development Officer at PLD Space and Toni Tolker-Nielsen, Director of Space Transportation at European Space Agency - ESA. This discussion allowed us to outline the competitive landscape of the mini-launcher market and to highlight the benefits reusability brings in the economics of a mini launcher developed with private money, namely competitive access to a wider market. This wider access leads to higher cadence, hence easier amortization of non-recurring costs, faster recurring costs reduction, more launch opportunities, and better resilience. To be successful, we need also to go fast, foster a more offensive risk culture, accepting failures as opportunities to learn, accelerate, and ultimately reduce costs. This is what MaiaSpace does, bringing together the best of both worlds: the expertise of the European space sector, and the agility, speed and risk-taking culture of a start-up. #ParisAirForum #MaiaSpace #Space #Innovation

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