Russia blames Progress leak on ‘external influences’ as new Soyuz preps for launch – Spaceflight Now
Original Publication Date: 2023-02-21 00:00
NASA manager says data suggests coolant leak was caused by “external influences” The Progress MS-21 cargo ship undocked from the space station Friday. It was the second time in two months that a Russian spacecraft docked at the space station suddenly leaked coolant fluid. The new Soyuz MS-23 spacecraft is scheduled to launch Thursday.
Vast acquires Launcher to accelerate manufacturing, development and spacecraft technologies – SatNews
Original Publication Date: 2023-02-21 00:00
Vast is building an artificial gravity station with many times the volume of the International Space Station in low Earth orbit. Vast will be partnering with a global array of customers, including from the commercial sector and U.S. And international governments and organizations. Vast will continue the Orbiter space tug and hosted payload products as well as its staged combustion rocket engine E-2.
Gilat enables TIM Brasil to be the 1st network operator with 100% coverage of Brazilian cities – SatNews
Original Publication Date: 2023-02-21 00:00
TIM Brasil is the first MNO to provide mobile coverage to all 5,570 cities in Brazil. TIM Brasil’s coverage of 12 million hectares for the agrobusiness is largely possible due to Gilat’s cellular backhaul over satellite solution.
NOVELSAT + Guident partner to boost autonomous systems safety with space connectivity – SatNews
Original Publication Date: 2023-02-21 00:00
NOVELSAT and Guident are partnering together to develop an innovative, always-on, ubiquitous remote monitor and control solution for autonomous vehicles and devices. The solution combines space communications and augmented intelligence technologies to ensure optimal safety and security for autonomous vehicles. The cooperation between the companies opens the door for new markets and revenue opportunities.