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space2 years ago•2 min saved

Europe's Space Ambitions Soar with Airbus, Voyager, and ESA Partnership

Airbus and Voyager Space have signed an agreement with the European Space Agency (ESA) to study the potential use of their Starlab commercial space station as a successor to the International Space Station (ISS). The agreement involves studying how Starlab can provide continued access to space for Europe after the retirement of the ISS, including ESA astronaut missions and research. ESA may also provide cargo and crew transportation for Starlab. This collaboration aims to extend Europe's footprint in space and ensure its leadership in the new generation of commercial space exploration.

via SpaceNews|

#airbus #european-space-agency-esa #international-space-station-iss

space-technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Europe's Ariane 6 Rocket Prepares for First Flight with Nighttime Rehearsal"

The development of a low-cost, reusable engine for European rockets, called Prometheus, has made significant progress with successful tests including full ignition and a 30-second burn with re-ignition. The engine, which burns liquid oxygen-liquid methane fuel, aims to enable reusability and reduce ground operation costs. Further testing will be conducted with two additional prototypes, and a modified test bed for liquid methane fuel will be installed in Germany. The engine is being developed in parallel with a reusable rocket stage called Themis, which is also undergoing testing.

via European Space Agency|

#arianegroup #european-space-agency-esa #prometheus

space-technology2 years ago•2 min saved

SpaceX to Launch ESA Navigation Satellites Amid EU Rocket Delays

SpaceX has reached an agreement with the European Space Agency (ESA) to launch four Galileo navigation satellites into orbit using its Falcon 9 rocket, marking the first time EU satellites with classified equipment will be launched by Elon Musk's company. The deal comes as the ESA faces delays with its own Ariane 6 rocket, which is not expected to launch until 2024. The agreement is subject to final approval by the EU Commission and member states. The Galileo system is crucial for Europe's independence from GPS and other satnav systems, and the additional satellites are needed to strengthen the existing network.

via Engadget|

#ariane-6-rocket #european-space-agency-esa #falcon-9-rocket

space2 years ago•4 min saved

JUICE Spacecraft's Engineers Successfully Resolve Antenna Issue and Collect First UV Data

The European Space Agency's Juice spacecraft encountered a problem during deployment when its Radar for Icy Moons Exploration (RIME) antenna failed to deploy properly. After weeks of attempts and troubleshooting, the team discovered a solution: warming up the pin in the sun and firing a nearby actuator to release it. The antenna successfully deployed, allowing Juice to continue its mission to investigate the icy moons of Jupiter.

via Digital Trends|

#antenna-deployment #engineering-fix #european-space-agency-esa

technology2 years ago•5 min saved

Europe's Ambitious Plans for Space Exploration: Solar and Nuclear Power

The European Space Agency is exploring the possibility of setting up solar arrays in space to overcome issues of energy intermittency on Earth. The Solaris programme is investigating whether space-based solar power (SBSP) could meet Europe's clean energy needs as early as the 2030s to help the continent reach its net-zero targets. SBSP would work by capturing solar radiation in space, where the intensity of sunlight is much higher than on the Earth's surface and available 24 hours a day, with no disruptions from nightfall or cloud cover.

via Dezeen|

#european-space-agency-esa #renewable-energy #solar-power