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SpaceX Polaris makes history with first civilian spacewalk
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11m ago
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SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission achieved a historic milestone by completing the first-ever commercial spacewalk. Led by Jared Isaacman, the crew of the Dragon spacecraft performed the extravehicular activity (EVA) at an orbit height of 700 kilometers. Isaacman opened the hatch and experienced the breathtaking view of Earth from the structure called 'Skywalker'. This achievement marks a significant advancement for the commercial space industry and aligns with NASA's goal of building a vibrant US space economy. The Polaris programme, a collaboration between Isaacman and SpaceX, aims to culminate in the first crewed flight of SpaceX's Starship.
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Polaris Dawn mission to Earth's orbit will test SpaceX's capabilities for a commercial space programme
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11m ago
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SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission, set to launch on August 27, 2024, aims to make history by orbiting Earth at a higher altitude than any astronauts have in the past 50 years. The mission will also include the first private spacewalk, testing out SpaceX's new EVA suits. The crew of four, led by commander Jared Isaacman, will spend time in space testing communications and conducting experiments. Polaris Dawn is part of SpaceX's broader efforts to develop commercial spaceflight capabilities and pave the way for future missions to the Moon and Mars.
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SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn: Spacewalk mission to astronauts, all you need to know
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11m ago
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Elon Musk's SpaceX is preparing for a groundbreaking mission that aims to achieve the first privately managed spacewalk. Scheduled for August 27, 2024, the Polaris Dawn mission will see four SpaceX astronauts, including billionaire Jared Isaacman, venture into Earth's orbit aboard a modified Crew Dragon capsule. The mission will involve a risky maneuver, as the entire capsule will be depressurized, pushing the limits of current space technology. This mission represents a significant step toward the privatization of space exploration and could provide valuable data for future missions to the moon or Mars.
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Elon Musk's SpaceX testing breakthrough tech in risky spacewalk
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11m ago
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SpaceX is preparing for its first private spacewalk, a risky mission featuring innovative equipment. Scheduled for next week, the five-day mission called Polaris Dawn will involve a billionaire entrepreneur, a retired military pilot, and two SpaceX employees. They will use slim spacesuits and a modified Crew Dragon craft with no airlock to venture 434 miles into space. This mission will surpass the altitude reached by government astronauts on the International Space Station and will test new technologies for potential use on the moon and Mars. Safety measures include dealing with the Van Allen belt's charged particles and monitoring bubble formation in astronauts' bloodstreams.
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SpaceX launches rocket from Florida, booster lands in Bahamas
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5m ago
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SpaceX made history after launching a rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida, with its booster landing in the Bahamas. Taking to X, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk posted, "This is the first time that a rocket has taken off from one country, gone to space and landed in another country!" This mission marks SpaceX's ongoing efforts to revolutionise space explorations.
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SpaceX says it plans to sell satellite laser links commercially
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1y ago
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SpaceX has announced that it will be selling satellite lasers, which are used for fast in-space communications, to other satellite companies. The inter-satellite laser links, currently being used by SpaceX's Starlink satellites, enable data transfer at the speed of light, providing global internet coverage with fewer ground stations. Gwynne Shotwell, President of SpaceX, confirmed the company's plan to offer this technology as a supplier during a panel discussion at the Satellite Show conference. The technology will be introduced in the upcoming Polaris Dawn mission scheduled for this summer.
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SpaceX rocket falls into fire during landing, grounded by US FAA
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11m ago
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A Falcon 9 rocket of Elon Musk-led SpaceX fell into flames during landing in US on Wednesday. After the incident, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grounded the company's Falcon 9 rockets and ordered an investigation into the accident. No injuries or public damage were reported. The grounding however can reportedly postpone SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission.
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Musk buys bankrupt parachute company for $2.2 million
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1y ago
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Elon Musk's SpaceX has purchased parachute maker Pioneer Aerospace for $2.2 million, The Information reported. The company was reportedly acquired by SpaceX after the former's parent firm filed for bankruptcy in Florida. Pioneer, which makes parachutes to assist space vehicles in returning to the Earth, has been a supplier for NASA and SpaceX missions.
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Moon landing puts new space race startups in spotlight
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1y ago
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Intuitive Machines, SpaceX, Rocket Lab, Blue Origin, and Firefly Aerospace are among the space startups that are making waves in the private space industry. Intuitive Machines recently made history as the first private company to successfully land a spacecraft on the moon. SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, is known for its reusable rockets and is aiming to land on Mars. Rocket Lab is a frequent private launcher of rockets after SpaceX and is working on a reusable Neutron rocket. Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, is developing a human landing system for NASA's Artemis mission. Firefly Aerospace is working on a lander called Blue Ghost and has been selected as a launch provider by the National Reconnaissance Office.
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Edtech Startup Classplus Opens College To Provide Offline BTech Courses
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1y ago
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Classplus, an edtech startup, has opened its first college called Polaris School of Technology (PST) in Bengaluru. PST will offer a four-year BTech programme that provides students with classroom learning and hands-on industry experience. The move marks Classplus' expansion into offline tech education, providing an opportunity for students to learn in a traditional classroom setting.
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Shubhanshu Shukla Rockets into History as India’s First Space Traveler in 40 Years
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1m ago
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Shubhanshu Shukla, an Indian Air Force Group Captain and ISRO astronaut, made history by becoming India's first space traveler in 40 years. He piloted the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft for the Axiom 4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). This marked India's return to space exploration after Rakesh Sharma's journey in 1984. Shukla hopes to inspire future generations of space enthusiasts, highlighting his joy in being part of such a significant mission.
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