22 November 2017
JWST completes crucial cryogenic test
The Harris Corporation – a leading technology innovator in avionics, space and intelligence – has partnered with NASA’s Johnson Space Center to successfully complete thermal vacuum testing for the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST); confirming that ...
04 December 2017
After 37 years, Voyager 1 fires up dormant thrusters
... involved, the test was a success. "The Voyager team got more excited each time with each milestone in the thruster test. The mood was one of relief, joy and incredulity after witnessing these well...
08 December 2017
Second test launch window for trailblazing Electron rocket
... of the cost of traditional launch services. The debut flight of the Electron therefore marked a significant milestone in the company’s mission to usher in a new era of unprecedented access to space by eliminating commercial barriers. “Electron...
12 February 2018
Dream Chaser's first mission to ISS gets NASA go-ahead
... payloads being returned from the station,” added Sirangelo. “SNC has been successfully completing critical design milestones as approved by NASA, and having a timetable for the first launch is another important step achieved for us,” said...
12 March 2018
Satellite-servicing space drones set for launch in 2020
.... With that in mind, the announcement of this launch, utilizing the performance of the Proton Breeze M vehicle, is an important milestone for a rapidly developing market,” added Halsband. The SPACE DRONE™ spacecraft will reach its destination with...
25 June 2018
Head of first space nation says citizens will be in space within 25 years
... cabinet of ministers and elect heads of parliamentary committees and members of the quorum,” said Ashhurbeyli. “Other important milestones will be the establishment of the nation’s bank and production of the nations currency. All of this needs...
