Space

Space 3 Jul 2023

ÉireComposites, mBryonics to develop advanced optics solutions for space

The FreeForm-OPTIX project will produce affordable, high-specification, low-mass, composite freeform mirrors to increase communication speed and security from orbit.

Trends 23 Jun 2023

Beyond Gravity wins contract for Ariane 6 payload fairings

Extended partnership for the 20-meter-high carbon fiber payload fairing variant manufactured at Beyond Gravity’s Emmen facility builds on decades of composite space component manufacture.

Nanomaterials 16 Jun 2023

Nanomaterials optimize performance of space-ready carbon fiber composite panels

A recent ESA project led by Adamant Composites aimed to mature nanomaterial-enhanced CFRP for lighter weight, more thermally and electrically conductive materials for manufacturing satellite structures.

Space 6 Jun 2023

ULA Vulcan rocket progresses closer to launch

The company’s first Vulcan Cert-1 rocket is complete and is headed to its launch site for flight readiness verification tests.

Space 30 May 2023

NASA pursues lunar terrain vehicle services for Artemis missions

NASA is seeking industry proposals before July 10, 2023, for the development and demonstration of a next-gen LTV for crewed and uncrewed exploration of the moon during Artemis missions.

Space 22 May 2023

NASA selects Blue Origin as second Artemis lunar lander provider

Blue Origin joins SpaceX in design, development, testing and verification of its lander concept to enable recurring astronaut expedients to the moon per the NASA Artemis program.

Aerospace 9 May 2023

Virgin Galactic completes 24th VSS Unity glide flight

The company is to prepare for rocket-powered spaceflight pending data analysis, following the successful glide flight in New Mexico.

Automation 5 May 2023

Airborne delivers composite upper stage tank for EU ENVOL project

Nine-member consortium targets development of low-cost, green vertical orbital launcher with manufacture of an ultra-lightweight composite tank design in an automated manufacturing environment.