China launches first satellites for Thousand Sails megaconstellation

PRESTON, United Kingdom — China successfully launched the first batch of 18 satellites Tuesday for the Thousand Sails low Earth orbit communications megaconstellation. A Long March 6A rocket lifted off […] The post China launches first satellites for Thousand Sails megaconstellation appeared first on SpaceNews.

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Space Force explores ‘small GEO’ options for resilient communications

In search for agile, cost-effective ways to enhanced military communications, the U.S. Space Force is zooming in on a new class of ‘small GEO’ satellites that have entered the market. […] The post Space Force explores ‘small GEO’ options for resilient communications appeared first on SpaceNews.

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Interstellar raises $21 million for rocket and satellite development

LOGAN, Utah — Japanese startup Interstellar Technologies raised 3.1 billion yen ($21 million) to fund rocket and communications satellite development. Investors contributing to the Series E investment round, announced Aug. […] The post Interstellar raises $21 million for rocket and satellite development appeared first on SpaceNews.

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