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UAS Makes First Proliferated Low Earth Orbit Flights

Contracted by the US Army, GA-ASI's Gray Eagle Extended Range UAS has completed its first flight using a Proliferated Low Earth Orbit satellite constellation for aircraft communications

Mar 17, 2025
Funding Secured for High-Shock INS for Rocket Launches

Advanced Navigation has received an Australian Space Agency Grant to support the development of a space-grade inertial navigation system for Gilmour Space Technologies

Feb 04, 2025
Redwire Acquires Edge Autonomy Expanding Multi-Domain Autonomous Technology Portfolio

Redwire Corporation has acquired Edge Autonomy adding combat-proven autonomous airborne platforms to the tech company’s multi-domain space and defense technology portfolio

Jan 28, 2025
Miniature Gyros to be Deployed for the Martian Moons eXploration Mission

Silicon Sensing will supply the DLR with two miniature Pinpoint gyros for the MMX mission, enabling the detection of unintended movement of the rover on the unknown surface of Mars

Nov 18, 2024
DMU41 IMU Undergoes Testing for LEO Applications

Silicon Sensing has partnered with Science Tokyo to test the capabilities of the DMU41 inertial measurement unit (IMU) for platform guidance and attitude control in low earth orbit (LEO) applications

Nov 01, 2024
Parylene Coatings for Infrared Applications Research Article Published

HZO’s new research article details using Parylene-C as a critical AR coating to enhance the performance of filters used in far-infrared spectrophotometric imaging observatories

Oct 31, 2024
Advanced MEMS IMU Enhances Japanese SAR Satellite Control

Silicon Sensing Systems’ DMU30 IMU is providing crucial performance control within Japan’s first X-band SAR satellite, continuously stabilizing the advanced platform for four years

Oct 28, 2024
Inter-Satellite Link Technology Supports Planetary Defense Mission

TEKEVER’s cutting-edge Inter-Satellite Link supported HERA, a European Space Agency mission which has the potential to alter the trajectory of asteroids threatening Earth

Oct 09, 2024
Successful HAPS Mission Supported with Advanced Earth Observation Software

UAVOS has provided software development and sustainment of an advanced Earth Observation payload on the Mira Aerospace High Altitude Platform Station

Sep 30, 2024
Honeywell to Display Innovative Unmanned Solutions at Farnborough Airshow

Discover how Honeywell is innovating technology in automation, cybersecurity, and sustainability at the Farnborough International Airshow on chalet C134, 22nd-26th July, 2024

Jul 16, 2024
Supersonic Flight Authorization for Unmanned Spaceplane

The Mk-II Aurora spaceplane from Dawn Aerospace has been authorized for supersonic flight at up to 80,000 feet, and is now permitted for BVLOS operations outside of restricted airspace

Jul 15, 2024
Embention Joins Haps Alliance

As a member of the HAPS Alliance, Embention will collaborate with leading companies to accelerate commercial adoption and build a cooperative HAPS ecosystem

Jul 05, 2024
Miniature Accelerometer to Measure Microgravity on In-Orbit Satellite

Space Forges’ ForgeStar-1 will use the CAS291 miniature accelerometer from Silicon Sensing to measure the level of microgravity inside the satellite, which is now set for launch

May 10, 2024
Collaboration to Bring Cutting-Edge HAPS Solutions to India

Mira Aerospace and VEDA Aeronautics’ collaboration aims to develop a HAPS solution able to carry a minimum 35kg payload and sustain operations at 18,000m altitude for 30-45 days

Mar 27, 2024
Amprius Delivers High-Volume Silicon Anode Cell Shipment to KARI

Amprius' partnership with the Korean Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) strengthens its position as the premier solution for High-Altitude Psuedo-Satellite (HAPS) applications

Mar 08, 2024
3D Printing Solutions to be Showcased at Space-Comm Expo

A substantial part of the innovation proposed by CRP Technology lies in the impressiveness of Windform materials, five of which have passed the outgassing tests led by NASA and ESA

Feb 27, 2024
Honeywell Tech Helps Bring Asteroid Sample to Earth

The Honeywell MIMU uses digital ring laser gyroscopes, highly accurate accelerometers and radiation hardened microelectronics to determine the spacecraft’s rotational rate and velocity

Jan 12, 2024
Sapphire Windows Suited for Aerospace Applications Introduced by Meller Optics

Ideal for aerospace applications Sapphire Windows by Meller Optics are suitable for providing front surface optics protection in guidance and vision systems

Dec 14, 2023
TEKEVER Secures First French Space Agency Contract

TEKEVER, with the Centre National D’Etudes Spatiales (CNES), will enhance inter-satellite communication and expand capabilities in Earth Observation

Nov 29, 2023
Rugged Antennas Play a Part in NASA’s Stratospheric Research Balloon Performance

Southwest Antennas supports NASA partner Louisiana State University’s High Altitude Student Platform, with rugged antennas designed to withstand the rigors of high altitudes, and temperatures ranging from -55 to +55 degrees Celsius

Nov 16, 2023
Iridium Awarded DISA and U.S. Space Force Contract

The Iridium® network provides satellite communications that aim to keep users connected even in high-risk combat zones or during inclement weather events

Sep 18, 2023
Anzen Engineering Selected for ARIEL Programme

Anzen's engineering team will work under the supervision of Airbus Defence and Space on the design and reliability analysis of the spacecraft's main systems for the ARIEL mission

Aug 16, 2023
Completed Flight Test of Next-Gen HAPS UAS Sub-Scale Model

In addition to verifying whether the aircraft could fly with stability as designed, following the actual flight test, SoftBank collected and analyzed various data, including data on the aircraft's structural characteristics

Aug 11, 2023
Successful ApusDuo HAPS Solar Aircraft Test Flight

Mira Aerospace, a joint venture between UAVOS and Bayanat, has completed a successful test flight of the ApusDuo solar-powered high-altitude pseudo satellite (HAPS) reaching altitudes of 16,686m HMSL

Jul 25, 2023
Drone’s First Stratospheric Flight Powered by Amprius Batteries

BAE Systems’ PHASA-35, designed to operate above weather and conventional air traffic, has used Amprius Technologies’ high-density batteries to complete its first successful stratospheric flight trial

Jul 20, 2023
Successful Stratospheric Flight Trial of High Altitude Pseudo Satellite UAS

BAE Systems’ PHASA-35 which has a 35-meter wingspan and carries a 15kg payload, climbed more than 66,000 feet to reach the stratosphere before landing safely after 24 hours

Jul 19, 2023
Advancing Unmanned Systems Through Strategic Collaboration UST works with major OEMs to foster collaboration and increase engagement with SMEs, to accelerate innovation and drive unmanned systems capabilities forward.