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Astroscale aced the world’s first rendezvous with a piece of space junk

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 10m ago

Astroscale aced the world’s first rendezvous with a piece of space junk

Astroscale successfully performed the world's first rendezvous with space junk using its ADRAS-J satellite, approaching a defunct Japanese H-IIA rocket stage. This achievement marks significant progress in space debris removal, demonstrating the potential for future missions to dock and de-orbit non-cooperative objects. Despite the high costs of such operations, Astroscale's technology may extend into commercial satellite servicing. The company has garnered significant venture capital and government contracts, underscoring its role in orbital maintenance and defense applications.

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Satellite servicing tech startup, led by former head of Ukraine's space agency, lands $4M

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Satellite servicing tech startup, led by former head of Ukraine's space agency, lands $4M

Ukrainian startup Kurs Orbital has secured additional funding to advance its satellite servicing technology. The two-year-old company aims to provide capabilities such as satellite relocation, inspection, de-orbiting, and space debris removal. Rather than offering these services directly, Kurs plans to become the main supplier of rendezvous and docking technology via its "ARCap" module. Based on the Soviet-era Kurs rendezvous system, the ARCap module can attach to "non-cooperative" targets without any hardware pre-installed. Kurs aims to have its first module ready for space in late 2025. The €3.7m seed round was led by OTB Ventures, with other participants including Credo Ventures and In-Q-Tel.

PROBA-3 Mission successfully achieved its launch objectives: ISRO

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

PROBA-3 Mission successfully achieved its launch objectives: ISRO

The PSLV-C59/PROBA-3 mission successfully launched ESA's satellites into their designated orbit, showcasing India's role in global space innovation. The joint initiative between ISRO and NSIL involved the Proba-3 spacecraft, which will demonstrate formation-flying and rendezvous technologies. This mission will pave the way for innovative approaches to mission control and enable scientific study of the Sun's corona. The PSLV, India's first launch vehicle with liquid stages, carried a payload mass of approximately 320 tonnes.

Anand Mahindra reveals investment in space startup Agnikul Cosmos

Internet

Internet · 1y ago

Anand Mahindra reveals investment in space startup Agnikul Cosmos

Anand Mahindra, Mahindra Group Chairman, revealed his investment in Agnikul Cosmos, a space startup. Agnikul recently launched Agnibaan SOrTeD, the world’s first rocket with a fully 3D-printed engine, from Sriharikota. This semi-cryogenic engine-powered rocket can carry up to 300 kg. Mahindra expressed his excitement, praising the talent of young Indians and calling it his Monday motivation.

Deep-tech startup Aule Space raises $2 Mn in pre-seed round led by pi Ventures

Entrackr

Entrackr · 11h ago

Deep-tech startup Aule Space raises $2 Mn in pre-seed round led by pi Ventures

Deep-tech startup Aule Space has raised $2 million in a pre-seed funding round led by pi Ventures, with participation from angel investors including Eash Sundaram and Arvind Lakshmikumar. The startup has been part of the Entrepreneurs First accelerator programme and is backed by the Transpose Platform. The proceeds will be used to expand the engineering team, build ground infrastructure for docking tests, and advance the development of its first demonstration satellites, set to launch next year. Co-founded in 2024 by Jay Panchal, Nithyaa Giri, and Hrishit Tambi, Aule Space is developing satellites capable of approaching and attaching to other satellites in orbit. This technology aims to extend the life of high-value satellites, inspect space assets, and safely retire non-functional satellites, enhancing sustainable and cost-effective space operations. Aule Space addresses satellite fuel scarcity with its autonomous jetpack satellite, docking with existing GEO satellites to extend operational life by up to six years. The Bengaluru-based startup's upcoming satellites will validate Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Docking (RPOD) capabilities. Their technology includes a satellite-agnostic docking mechanism combined with AI-driven algorithms, creating lightweight and cost-efficient RPOD-enabled satellite fleets. Aule Space plans demonstration RPOD satellite launches next year to validate its technology and prepare for commercial deployment. Long-term aspirations include operating a robotic workforce for the space economy. Similar Indian companies include Orbitaid, Inspecity, and Cosmoserve, with global competition from Northrop Grumman, which has completed non-cooperative docking at a cost.

Agnikul test launches world’s first rocket with 3D printed engine

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Agnikul test launches world’s first rocket with 3D printed engine

IIT Madras-incubated startup Agnikul Cosmos successfully test-launched the world's first rocket with a single-piece 3D printed engine from Sriharikota on May 30. The rocket, named Agnibaan - SOrTeD, was launched from India's first private launchpad, Dhanush, established by Agnikul. The mission aimed to gather flight data and ensure optimal functioning of systems for Agnikul's orbital launch vehicle. The successful launch marks a significant moment for private players contributing to India's growing space sector with cutting-edge technology. Agnikul plans to fly an orbital mission by 2025.

GTA 6 sparks controversy with rumours of massive 320GB file size

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

GTA 6 sparks controversy with rumours of massive 320GB file size

Despite some junk lines, here's a summary focusing on the main points: The rumored file size of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) has sparked controversy among gamers. One post on social media hinted at a massive 320GB file size, while a previous leak suggested 750GB. This has drawn mixed reactions, with some excited for a groundbreaking game and others concerned about the practicality, especially for console users with limited storage space. The debate continues as players weigh the excitement of GTA 6 against the potential need for hardware upgrades.

Hertz Starts $750 Million Debt Sale to Bolster Balance Sheet

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Hertz Starts $750 Million Debt Sale to Bolster Balance Sheet

Hertz Global Holdings is seeking to raise $750 million through a two-part junk bond offering. The car rental company plans to use the proceeds to strengthen its balance sheet, following issues with its electric vehicle fleet. The offering includes $500 million of first-lien secured notes and $250 million of second-lien exchangeable notes. JP Morgan is leading the deal, and Hertz has already received anchor orders from investors. The company's credit rating has been downgraded as a result of the planned offering.

Google’s AI charge: How Sergey Brin is taking on the might of OpenAI

Livemint

Livemint · 6m ago

Google’s AI charge: How Sergey Brin is taking on the might of OpenAI

Google co-founder Sergey Brin has rejoined the company to spearhead efforts in developing a leading foundational AI model, known as Gemini. This project involves a team of over 300 engineers, tasked with creating a competitive alternative to OpenAI’s GPT models. With Google CEO Sundar Pichai occupied with various responsibilities, Brin’s primary focus has shifted to achieving Google's AI ambitions, with an aim to establish Gemini as the world’s first artificial general intelligence by 2030.

America’s Biggest Bitcoin Miners Are Pivoting to AI

Wired · 1m ago

America’s Biggest Bitcoin Miners Are Pivoting to AI

Faced with declining profitability, major bitcoin miners in the U.S. are repurposing their data centers into facilities for artificial intelligence (AI) applications. Riot Platforms, a significant player in this space, is constructing the world’s largest bitcoin mine in Corsicana, Texas, while simultaneously shifting focus towards becoming an AI hub. This transition highlights a broader trend in the industry, as firms seek to leverage their existing infrastructure to tap into the burgeoning demand for AI services.

‘War on Crypto Is Over’: Donald Trump Pardons Binance Founder CZ

Wired · 2m ago

‘War on Crypto Is Over’: Donald Trump Pardons Binance Founder CZ

Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, who had been serving a federal prison sentence for violating anti-money-laundering laws and US sanctions, has been pardoned by US President Donald Trump. This move signals an end to the perceived "war on crypto," reflecting changing attitudes towards cryptocurrency. Zhao, founder of the world’s largest crypto exchange, had been a significant figure in the digital currency space, and his pardon marks a pivotal moment in the crypto industry.

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