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Date: October 24, 2023
 
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Scientific Systems Awarded $1.5 Million SpaceWERX Orbital Prime Contract

Scientific Systems

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Virgin Galactic Announces Flight Window for ‘Galactic 05’ Research Mission

Virgin Galactic

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Neuraspace Partners with Arcsec to Use Star Trackers for Space Debris Detection

ARCSEC

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Rocket Lab to Integrate Twin Spacecraft for NASA's ESCAPADE Mars Mission

Rocket Lab

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PLD Space Strengthens its Position at the Forefront of European Space Race

PLD Space

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L3Harris Secures Contracts to Update DoD's Space Domain Awareness Mission

L3Harris Technologies

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Axiom Mission 3 Aims to Expand Government-Funded Research in Low-Earth Orbit

SpaceX

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ESA’s Proba-3 Mission Led by Sener Reaches the Final Test Phase Before Launch

ESA

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Momentus Signs Contract with SatRev to Provide Orbital Delivery Services in 2024

Momentus

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Blue Origin Unveils Multi-Orbit Space Mobility Platform for In-Space Logistics and Delivery

Blue Origin

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AnySignal Closes $5M Oversubscribed Seed Round to Build Multi-Domain Radio Platform

AnySignal

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Scientific Systems and SAIC to Deliver Space Battle Management Control Solution for SDA

SAIC

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Telespazio and Reflex Aerospace Sign Agreement to Deliver Comprehensive Satellite Solutions

Reflex Aerospace

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NASA Successfully Conducts First Hot Fire of New RS-25 Certification Test Series for SLS Rocket

NASA

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BlackSky Wins AFRL Direct to Phase 2 Contract to Track Vehicles in Real Time from Space

BlackSky Technology

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Bright Ascension Secures Additional Funding to Support the Launch of Helix Software Products

Bright Ascension

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Latest Space and Satellite Whitepapers
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Featured Space and Satellite Products
Space Qualified Atomic Clock
Space-Qualified Rubidium Atomic Frequency Standard Clock
Space Qualified Atomic Clock  from Excelitas Technologies

The Rubidium Atomic Frequency Standard (RAFS) from Excelitas Technologies is a Space-Qualified Atomic Clock with an output frequency of 13.4 MHz and a maximum frequency stability of 2x10-12 (at 1 sec). It has a phase noise of -95 dBc and a return loss of greater than 20 dB. This atomic clock has harmonics of 50 dBc and a spurious signal range of -85 to -50 dBc. It is ideal for Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) applications.
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VSAT Terminal
13.75-14.50 GHz VSAT Terminal
VSAT Terminal  from Cobham Satcom

The Sailor 1000 XTR KU from Cobham Satcom is a VSAT Terminal with a receiver frequency range of 13.75 - 14.50 GHz and a transmitter frequency range of 10.70 - 12.75 GHz. It has a transmit gain of 41.6 dBi and a receive gain of 40.6 dBi. It offers linear X-Pol and Co-Po polarizations and is integrated with two multi-band LNB converters. It weighs 120 kg and is suitable for GNSS, Gyro, GPS, GLONASS, and Beidou applications.
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Space Qualified Diode
200 V Radiation-Hardened Fast Recovery Rectifier
Space Qualified Diode  from STMicroelectronics

The STTH40200CHR from STMicroelectronics is a Space Qualified Diode with a forward current of 2 x 20 A and a repetitive peak reverse voltage of 200 V. The diode is assembled in a TO-254AA hermetic package and is screened to comply with the ESCC5000 specification. It has a radiation tolerance TID of up to 3 Mrad(Si) and is Single Event Effect tested up to 62.5 MeV.cm/mg (LET). The diode has a package mass of 9.4 g and is ideal for aerospace applications.
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Launch Vehicle Actuator
Launch Vehicle Electromechanical Linear Actuator
Launch Vehicle Actuator  from Moog

The TVC Upper Stage Redundant (0.4 hp) from Moog is a Launch Vehicle Actuator with a horsepower of 0.4 hp and a stall load capacity of 3190 lbf. This actuator has a powerpoint of 2.18 in/sec (at 1100 lbf) and requires a supply voltage of 28 V. It has a null length of 23.25 inches (centered). The actuator is used to provide thrust vector control for launch vehicles and has been used in several launch vehicles such as Antares, Delta IV, Centaur, and Vega.
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Power Conditioning and Distribution Unit (PCDU)
SmallSat Power Conditioning and Distribution Unit
Power Conditioning and Distribution Unit (PCDU)  from Bradford Space

The SuperNova PCDU from Bradford Space is a Power Conditioning and Distribution Unit (PCDU) with a capacity of up to 1.5 kW. This PCDU is capable of interfacing between 28V nominal Li-Ion batteries, up to 80 V solar array sections, and a set of regulated and/or unregulated loads. It has a solar array power conversion efficiency of up to 95 % and a trickle charge current of 2 A. It is ideal for LEO and deep space applications.
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GaN Power Transistor
100V, 60A Enhancement Mode GaN Power Transistor
GaN Power Transistor  from Renesas Electronics

The ISL73023SEH from Renesas is a GaN Power Transistor with a drain-source voltage of 100 V and a gate threshold voltage of 0.7-3 V. It has a continuous drain current of up to 60 A with a low drain-source on-resistance of 5-12 mO, a total gate charge of 14-25 nC and an input capacitance of 1500 pF. It is ideal for high-reliability applications such as switching regulation, motor drives, relay drives, inrush protection, and downhole drilling.
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Magnetometer
Three-Axis Magnetometer for Satellites
Magnetometer  from NewSpace Systems

The NMRM-Bn25o485 from NewSpace Systems is a Magnetometer with a measurement range of +/- 60 µT and a resolution of less than 8 nT. This magnetometer has a noise density of less than 16 nT rms/Hz. It is suitable for the calculation of magnetorquer rods control torque levels, attitude determination sensors when used with an IGRF reference model, and angular rate determination sensor by comparing successive measurements.
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SATCOM Block Up Converter
Ka-Band SATCOM BUC
SATCOM Block Up Converter  from Wavestream Corporation

The WBAN-050G01-0005 from Wavestream Corporation is a SATCOM block-up converter with an IF frequency range of 950 - 1950 MHz. It has a frequency reference of up to 5 dB and a small gain signal of 62.5 dB. This Ka wideband BUC has an output saturated power of 47 dBm and a linear power of 25 W. It requires a DC power supply of 20 - 56 V, supports RS- 482 and ethernet interface and operates on LEO, GEO, and MEO Ka-band satellites.
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Space Qualified Solid State Relay
100 V Rad-Hard Solid-State Relay
Space Qualified Solid State Relay  from Infineon Technologies

The RDHA701FP10A8QK from Infineon Technologies is a Space Qualified Solid State Relay with a maximum output voltage of 100 V and an output current of 1.3 A.  This relay requires an input supply voltage of 10 V and has a power dissipation of up to 5.5 W. It has an output capacitance of 145 pF and a thermal resistance of up to 18 Degrees C/W. This relay is available in a 64-pin flatpack and comes in a hermetically sealed package.
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Space Qualified Oscillator
80-125 MHz OCXO for Space Applications
Space Qualified Oscillator  from AXTAL GmbH & Co. KG

The AXIOM6060 from AXTAL GmbH & Co. KG is a Space Qualified Oscillator with a frequency range of 80-125 MHz. It has a spurious value of -80 dBc and harmonics of -35 dBc. It has a frequency stability of ±50 ppb (vs. operating temperature range), a current consumption of up to 600 mA. a low phase noise of up to -170 dBc/Hz. The oscillator has a mass of 130-200 g and measures 60 x 60 x 30. It is suitable for GEO and LEO missions.
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Test Loop Translator
6.725-7.025 GHz Test Loop Translator for SATCOM Applications
Test Loop Translator  from GeoSync Microwave

The TRE-6.8-4.6 from GeoSync Microwave is a Test Loop Translator with an input frequency range of 6.725-7.025 GHz and an output frequency range of 4.5-4.8 GHz. This test loop translator has an LO frequency of 2.225 GHz and an impedance of 50 Ohms. It has a return loss of 18 dB and a noise figure of up to 25 dB. The test loop translator has a phase noise of up to -110 dBc/Hz and supports RS485 and RS422 serial interfaces.
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Spacecraft Thruster
Gridded Ion Thruster for SmallSats
Spacecraft Thruster  from ThrustMe

The NPT30-I2 from ThrustMe is a Gridded Ion Thruster that has a thrust of 0.0003 to 0.0011 N. This spacecraft thruster has a mass of 1.2-1.7 Kg and a specific impulse of up to 2400 sec. It has a power consumption of up to 35-65 W and requires a supply voltage of 12-28 V. This thruster is designed for SmallSats and supports I2C, and CAN interfaces. It is available in two dimensions: 1U (96 x 96 x 113 mm) and 1.5U (93 x 93 x 155 mm).
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Space Qualified Variable Attenuator
DC - 50 GHz Wideband Analog Attenuator
Space Qualified Variable Attenuator  from Qorvo

The TGL4203 from Qorvo is a Space-Qualified Variable Attenuator with a variable attenuation range of 17 dB. It has a typical insertion loss of 2 dB and a return loss of 15 dB. This analog attenuator has a broadband response of greater than DC to 50 GHz and an attenuation control voltage range of -5 to +0.5 V. This wideband attenuator is ideal for applications such as point-to-point radio, fiber optic, and wideband military and space.
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Satellite On-Board Computer (OBC)
Onboard Computer for Microsat Missions
Satellite On-Board Computer (OBC)  from GomSpace

The NanoMind A3200 from GomSpace is a Satellite On-Board Computer (OBC) that is based on a high-performance AVR32 MCU with a clock frequency of 8-64 MHz. This OBC board carries a 128 MB NOR serial flash and a 512 KB built-in flash. It has a 32 MB SDRAM and 32 kB FRAM for persistent configuration storage. It supports the CAN and I2C interface. This OBC is ideal for mission-critical space applications and CubeSat or nano-satellite missions.
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SATCOM Transceiver
C-Band Transceiver for VSAT Networks
SATCOM Transceiver  from Amplus Communication

The AM-9444 from Amplus Communication is a SATCOM Transceiver with a transmit frequency range of 5850-7025 MHz and a receive frequency range of 3625-4800 MHz. This transceiver has a Tx gain of 80-83 dB and an Rx gain of 45 dB. It has a phase noise of up to -93 dBc/Hz and a maximum spurious of -55 dBc. It has a mass of 23 Kg and measures 495 x 265 x 215 mm. The transceiver is ideal for crucial VSAT networks.
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