03 February 2020
“Breakthrough” 3D-printed rocket engine tests completed in Fife
... to launch satellites into space from Scotland. He said: “These tests have been a crucial way for us to demonstrate the real scientific... capture vital telemetry. Friday witnessed the first UK tests of its Ecosene fuel, allowing Skyrora to compare its...
12 January 2021
Skyrora reveal new UK-built vehicle in live test
...the readiness of the operations team in full-scale test operations, the manufacturing teams in their ability to produce...checkpoint prior to flight readiness of the stage. Passing this test puts Skyrora one step closer to the completion of their ...
05 January 2018
Gilmour Space completes successful test of hybrid rocket engine
... looking to enter the small satellite launch market, it’s notable that only a handful have progressed to actually building, testing and launching a rocket that demonstrates their technology. “Gilmour Space is doing it; and if all goes well, I believe...
28 March 2019
India carries out first-ever anti-satellite weapon test
... “because of the risk of space debris affecting other satellites.” China received widespread global criticism for its test in 2007 when it shot down a satellite in LEO at an altitude of 800 kilometres, as the fallout of the explosion produced more...
29 March 2019
NASA's Mars helicopter completes flight tests
... up the flight model (actual vehicle going to the Red Planet) of NASA's Mars Helicopter were put to the test. Weighing in at no more than 1.8 kilograms (4 pounds), the helicopter currently going through the rigorous verification process certifying...
15 May 2017
Electron rocket gets ready for first flight test
...the company value is now in excess of $1 billion (USD). Speaking about the intended launch, which is imaginatively entitled `It’s a Test,’ Peter Beck said in a statement; “this is a significant milestone for Rocket Lab and the space industry globally...
