All articles by Zach Rosenberg – Page 7
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NewsUnited Launch Alliance completes major human-rating milestones
United Launch Alliance (ULA) has completed major milestones for the Orion-capable Delta IV launch pad ahead of a planned launch in September 2014.
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US Space Command under budget pressure, re-examines future
US Air Force Space Command is establishing its priorities ahead of the pending sequestration that will cut $580 million from its budget - including shutting down surveillance sites and re-examining future satellite constellations.
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NewsOrbital Sciences’ Antares ready for lift-off
The first launch of Orbital Sciences’ Antares is due shortly, the last in a series of new American launch vehicles (LV) for some time to come. Others that are due shortly, notably SpaceX’s Falcon v1.1 and Falcon Heavy, are modifications (significant ones) of existing LVs.
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NewsBoeing progressing on CST-100 space capsule
Boeing is making progress on the CST-100 capsule, intended to fly astronauts to the International Space Station. "Our next milestone we've got planned...
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NewsNASA announces $17.7 billion 2014 budget request
NASA's $17.7 billion budget request for financial year 2014 (FY14) would fully fund crucial spaceflight programmes, says Elizabeth Robinson, NASA's chief...
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NewsMAVEN spacecraft in final assembly
The Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution (MAVEN) spacecraft is entering the final phase of construction in advance of delivery, says builder Lockheed Martin.
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Next series of GPS satellites reaches design milestone
Lockheed Martin's new GPS satellite, the newest iteration of the company's GPS III design, has reached preliminary design review (PDR).
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NewsBoeing reveals prototype small satellites
Boeing has announced development of a series of small prototype satellites capable of rideshare on United Launch Alliance's (ULA) launch vehicles.
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NewsOrion capsule set for static load testing
The Lockheed Martin Orion capsule is scheduled for intensive load tests beginning on 22 April, one of the last major test series in preparation for its 2014 first flight.
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Orion capsule nears load testing
The Lockheed Martin Orion capsule is scheduled for intensive load tests beginning 22 April, one of the last major test series in preparation for its 2014...
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NewsUS arrest of Chinese national raises questions over information disclosure
NASA has taken down the NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), a publically-available resource for technical data written by the space organisation, following the FBI's arrest of a Chinese national accused of lying to investigators.
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NewsNASA selects small businesses to build nanosatellite launchers
NASA has selected small businesses to receive up to $38.7 million in grants for innovative technology developments, including a number of technologies relating...
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NewsNew Mexico spaceflight liability bill signed into law
The Governor of New Mexico has signed a bill extending liability waivers for spaceflight companies in the state. The bill allows commercial spaceflight...
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NewsUS Army solicits nano-UAV concepts
The US Army is soliciting technology concepts for a "cargo pocket" unmanned air vehicle (UAV), capable of providing "around the corner" tactical intelligence. The...
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NewsWorldwide space economy grew in 2011
The worldwide space economy grew to $304.3 billion from 2011 to 2012, says a report from industry consultancy The Space Foundation. According to The...
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SpaceX reusability trials coming soon
SpaceX CEO and chief technologist Elon Musk, speaking at a NASA press conference, says the company will start efforts to recover the used Falcon 9 core stage...
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NewsCastor 30XL fires for first time
ATK has static-fired the first Castor 30XL solid rocket motor at the US Air Force's Arnold Engineering Development Complex in Tullahoma, Tennessee. The...
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NewsIN FOCUS: The ISS - Earth's outpost at the edge of space
Founded after the Cold War, the International Space Station brought former fierce rivals the USA and Russia together in the quest for joint triumph in a new arena
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NewsAvcorp reports profitable year
Components manufacturer Avcorp reported a net profit of $20 million for the fiscal year, following a $27 million award from Cessna to settle a dispute. The...
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NewsStratolaunch marches forward
Stratolaunch is making steady progress on its satellite-launching aircraft design, and intends to reach major milestones "in the summer timeframe," according...