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science-and-technology1 year ago•3 min saved

NASA Invests $11.5M in Future Aircraft Design

NASA has awarded $11.5 million to five organizations, including Boeing's Aurora Flight Sciences and Electra, to develop low-emission commercial aircraft as part of the Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability (AACES) 2050 initiative. The studies will explore alternative fuels, propulsion technologies, and aerodynamic designs to enhance aircraft efficiency and reduce environmental impact, aiming to support the U.S. goal of net-zero aviation emissions by 2050.

via Space.com|

#aaces-2050 #aerospace-innovation #low-emission-aircraft

technology1 year ago•11 min saved

Kent Company Pioneers Reusable Rocket Technology

Stoke Space, a Washington-based aerospace company, is developing fully reusable rockets aimed at revolutionizing space travel with aircraft-like schedules. The company, founded by former Blue Origin engineers, is working on a novel rocket design featuring a "ring-of-fire" engine for the second stage, which integrates a heat shield with thrusters to enable vertical descent. Stoke's approach promises significant cost savings and increased access to space, potentially facilitating commercial ventures like asteroid mining and space junk cleanup. The company plans its first expendable launch next year, with full reusability expected a year later.

via The Seattle Times|

#aerospace-innovation #reusable-rockets #rocket-design