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 ...
22 November 2017
JWST completes crucial cryogenic test
... Johnson Space Center to successfully complete thermal vacuum testing for the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST); confirming... telescope, as well as designed and installed the cryogenic test equipment, including a simulator to mimic the temperature of ...
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...
03 January 2020
China tests mini solar sail in space
... has successfully completed its objectives so far, which included tests on the micro-satellite deployment system, and flexible sail...erecting its masts and gradually spreading the sail. More tests to verify the de-orbiting capability of the solar sail ...
