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Help us advance life on Earth and in space through research aboard the Haven-1 Lab, Dragon spacecraft, and/or private astronaut missions to the ISS. Vast and SpaceX's joint call for research proposals is live.
Vast and SpaceX are seeking groundbreaking research proposals to advance life on Earth and in space. Approved projects will be able to leverage the Haven-1 Lab, Dragon spacecraft, and/or private astronaut missions to the ISS. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gVme7d7R
SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft has proven it can give the International Space Station (ISS) an altitude boost, opening up new options for maintaining the station’s orbit. In a recent demonstration, the Dragon used its Draco thrusters in a 12-minute burn to adjust the ISS’s orbit, similar to the role historically played by other vehicles like Russia’s Progress and Northrop Grumman's Cygnus. This successful reboost not only adds flexibility for future ISS upkeep but also contributes valuable data as NASA and SpaceX prepare for the station’s eventual deorbit. SpaceX’s involvement here marks a significant step toward taking on an essential role in the ISS's future and end-of-life operations.
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Today at the Keystone Space Collaborative 2024 Annual Meeting, former NASA astronaut Bob Behnken gave an excellent keynote talk on some innovative space programs at Lockheed Martin as well as his time as an astronaut on STS-123 and -130, which were Space Shuttle flights, and DM-2 and Expedition 63, which was a SpaceX Dragon flight. A question from the audience asked him to describe the differences flying on these two spacecraft. His answer was very insightful regarding systems engineering (I paraphrase here).
Dragon is very sleek and modern, but it was built with a singular purpose: to deliver and return astronauts to the ISS. This mission allows a less complex system. The Shuttle, however, was designed and built to support many different missions, so it was more flexible, but this required a much more complex system.
The take-away is to design the system for the mission and don't add unnecessary complexity, but versatile systems require more complexity. This is an axiom I impart to my students every semester in my systems design course.
#space#spacetech#keystonespace2024#spaceshuttle#dragon#systems#systemsengineering
NASA has selected SpaceX to develop a vehicle to deorbit the International Space Station (ISS) in a controlled manner after its operational life ends in 2030. The contract is worth up to $843 million, excluding launch costs.
The ISS has been a blueprint for science, exploration, and partnerships in space, and its deorbiting will pave the way for planned commercial space stations. Several major ISS partners are committed to operations through 2030, while Russian space officials have confirmed support through 2028.
Several commercial space stations are in development, including Axiom Station, Orbital Reef, Starlab, and Haven-1. These stations will support crews when the ISS is decommissioned. NASA eyes possible ISS extension for astronaut missions until commercial stations are ready.
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Falcon 9 launch of Polaris Dawn is planned for Tuesday, 10 September.
The Polaris Dawn mission, part of the Polaris Program, aims to achieve several milestones in human space exploration:
1. Conduct the first commercial spacewalk: Crew members will attempt the first-ever private extravehicular activity (EVA) outside a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft.
2. Test new space technology: The mission will demonstrate and test Starlink laser-based communications in space, advancing technologies for long-duration missions.
3. Study human health in space: Extensive biomedical research will be conducted to understand the effects of space travel on human health, with a focus on radiation and pressure-related challenges during spacewalks.
4. Reach a higher Earth orbit: The mission plans to fly to a record-setting altitude for a crewed orbit since the Apollo era, expanding knowledge on Earth's atmosphere and radiation belts.
These achievements will help pave the way for future deep-space missions, including those to the Moon and Mars.
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Major Milestone: Panama and Austria Sign the Artemis Accords!
1⃣ On December 11, 2024, a landmark event was marked as Panama and Austria joined the Artemis Accords, pushing the total to 50 signatory countries. The momentous signing took place at NASA HQ in Washington, underscoring a growing commitment to #SpaceExploration. #ArtemisAccords#NASA
2⃣ Established in October 2020, the Artemis Accords lay out principles crucial for cooperative exploration, such as transparency, interoperability, and the prevention of orbital debris. Rooted in guidelines from the 1967 Outer Space Treaty, these are vital tenets. #SpaceCooperation#OuterSpace
3⃣ This year has seen an unprecedented 17 countries join the Accords. Austria, part of the ESA and EU, and Panama, a newcomer via COPUOS, each bring unique perspectives to the table, advocating peace and collaboration in space endeavors. #InternationalSpace#PeacefulExploration
Source: Payload Space
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Space is amazing isn't it the exploration and navigation of outer space using advanced technologies and spacecraft. It allows humanity to study celestial bodies, uncover the mysteries of the universe, and develop technologies that benefit life on Earth.
Space travel began with unmanned missions, such as the launch of satellites and probes, and progressed to manned missions, including milestones like Yuri Gagarin's orbit in 1961 and the Apollo 11 Moon landing in 1969. Today, space exploration includes the use of space stations like the International Space Station (ISS), robotic missions to planets like Mars, and advancements in commercial spaceflight.
Modern efforts focus on deeper exploration, such as crewed missions to Mars and lunar bases. They also emphasize sustainability and collaboration between governmental agencies like NASA, ESA, and private companies like SpaceX. Space travel represents a fusion of science, innovation, and humanity’s desire to explore the unknown. #StayCurious#StayTuned#Stayalert#Stayinthenow 🤗🤭🤫🤔
The RS-25 has a rich operational history, having powered the Space Shuttle fleet through 135 missions over three decades. It is one of the most tested large rocket engines, with more than 3,000 starts and over 1 million seconds of total ground test and flight firing time. -NASA
#AerojetRocketdyne, now a part of L3Harris Technologies, has been actively involved in producing and testing RS-25 engines for upcoming #Artemis missions. In 2024, NASA and Aerojet Rocketdyne concluded a series of tests aimed at certifying the engines for future SLS flights, marking a significant milestone in the Artemis program.
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Houston, we've gone vertical. Standing tall and ready for the stars, the core stage of #NASA’s Space Launch System rocket is now vertically positioned at Kennedy Space Center. Our RS-25 engines are the powerhouse behind this giant, prepping to send astronauts on a lunar journey for #Artemis II. 🌕🚀 https://bit.ly/3BFs9s5
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