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How Tomorrow io Uses AI & Satellites

How Tomorrow.io Uses AI & Satellites to Predict Weather Better Than Anyone

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Tomorrow.io is a weather technology company (not climate!) that combines proprietary satellite data with artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver hyper-accurate, real-time weather forecasts. Their approach addresses the limitations of traditional forecasting methods by enhancing data collection and predictive modeling. 🛰️ Proprietary Satellite Constellation Tomorrow.io has developed and launched its own constellation of weather satellites, including […]

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Starship Flight 9

Starship Flight 9: Reaching Space, Losing Control

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As the ninth integrated test of the Starship launch system, the mission was designed as a data-rich experiment, combining ambitious objectives with a high tolerance for risk—hallmarks of the program’s iterative approach. Flight 9: Testing the Next Evolution of Starship Vehicle Configuration and Objectives Flight 9 launched using Booster 14-2 (its second and final flight)

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Starship Flight 9: Pioneering Rapid Reusability and Deepening Space Capabilities

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On May 27, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. Central Time, SpaceX is scheduled to conduct the ninth flight test of its Starship system from Starbase, Texas. This mission represents a major milestone in the company’s pursuit of scalable, routine access to space and the long-term goal of making life multiplanetary. First Reflight of a Super Heavy

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Kosmos 482 A Soviet Venus Probe

The Long Journey of Kosmos 482: A Soviet Venus Probe’s 53-Year Odyssey Ends in the Indian Ocean

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On March 31, 1972, the Soviet Union launched a spacecraft with a bold mission: to explore Venus, Earth’s enigmatic sister planet. Named Kosmos 482, this spacecraft was part of the USSR’s ambitious Venera program, designed to send probes to Venus’s hostile environment. However, a malfunction during launch transformed this scientific mission into a decades-long orbital

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P160C solid rocket motor firing test at European Spaceport

Successful Firing of P160C Marks a New Era for Ariane 6 and Vega Launch Systems

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On April 24, at the European Spaceport in French Guiana, a major milestone in European spaceflight was achieved with the successful qualification firing of the P160C solid rocket motor. Conducted at the BEAP (Banc d’Essai des Accélérateurs à Poudre) facility operated by the French space agency CNES, this test paves the way for significant performance

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Blue Origin’s NS-31 Mission Makes History with All-Female Crew

Blue Origin’s NS-31 Mission Makes History with All-Female Crew

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April 14, 2025 – West Texas Blue Origin has successfully completed its 31st New Shepard mission, NS-31, marking a significant milestone in both commercial spaceflight and cultural representation. The mission, which launched at 8:30 a.m. CDT from Launch Site One in West Texas, was notable for being the company’s 11th human flight—and the first to

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China’s Space Program in 2025

China’s Space Program in 2025: A Rising Power Shaping the Future of Space Exploration

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As of 2025, China has emerged as a formidable force in global space technology, achieving significant milestones across human spaceflight, lunar and planetary exploration, satellite development, and international cooperation. With a robust government-led space agenda and a rapidly growing commercial sector, China is reshaping the landscape of space exploration and directly challenging the dominance of

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USA vs China - Space and Tariffs

U.S. Space Dominance at a Crossroads: The Intersection of Geopolitics, Tariffs, and the New Space Race with China

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As the global balance of power increasingly pivots beyond Earth’s atmosphere, the intersection of geopolitics and space exploration has never been more consequential. Under President Donald Trump’s renewed administration, sweeping economic reforms—including broad-based tariffs and nationalist industrial policies—are being paired with ambitious declarations of space supremacy. At the same time, China is asserting itself as

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Spacewear Astronaut Equipment

Spacewear Astronaut Equipment: Pioneering the Future of Wearable Space Technology

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The Italian aerospace industry has long been at the forefront of innovation, with its expertise spanning satellite technology, propulsion systems, and astronaut gear. Among the rising stars in this sector is Spacewear Astronaut Equipment, an innovative Italian startup specializing in wearable technology for space exploration. With a focus on advanced textiles, ergonomic design, and integrated health-monitoring

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