Spanish Firm Takes Over US Space Balloon Pioneer Once Seen as Tourism Gamechanger Space Perspective was once hailed as a pioneer of affordable space tourism. The company, founded by Taber MacCallum and Jane Poynter, aimed to offer tourists a unique experience of floating at the edge of space in a giant balloon, providing breathtaking views […]
China hits hypersonic jackpot with rare zirconium discovery in ancient lakebeds
China Hits Hypersonic Jackpot with Rare Zirconium Discovery in Ancient Lakebeds Zirconium, the metal extracted from the mineral zircon, is a high-demand product across the globe due to its versatile applications in various industries such as aerospace, nuclear reactors, and jewelry. Recently, China made a groundbreaking discovery of rare zirconium deposits in ancient lakebeds, propelling […]
China’s low-altitude aviation gets major boost with new wind tunnel testing facility
China’s low-altitude aviation gets major boost with new wind tunnel testing facility China has reportedly started operations on its first compounded wind tunnel dedicated to low-altitude aircraft. This state-of-the-art facility is set to revolutionize the country’s aviation industry by providing a crucial testing ground for drones, general aviation aircraft, and urban air mobility vehicles. With […]
World’s fastest supercomputer supercharges high-speed vertical landing aircraft design
World’s Fastest Supercomputer Supercharges High-Speed Vertical Landing Aircraft Design XTI Aerospace, a company developing vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft, announced it is accelerating its aircraft design process with the help of the world’s fastest supercomputer. This groundbreaking collaboration is set to revolutionize the aerospace industry by streamlining the development of high-speed vertical landing aircraft. […]
Wind turbine blade-gobbling world’s largest plane may join US military’s cargo fleet
Windrunner: The World’s Largest Plane Ready to Join US Military’s Cargo Fleet Windrunner, the world’s largest plane that is currently being built in Colorado, is being eyed for potential integration into the US military’s cargo fleet. This massive aircraft, designed to transport wind turbine blades, could soon be repurposed for strategic military operations, showcasing the […]
China develops new fibre-optic gyroscope that can withstand a range of temperatures
China Develops New Fibre-Optic Gyroscope That Can Withstand a Range of Temperatures A team of Chinese scientists has reportedly developed a new fibre-optic gyroscope that is stable across a wide range of temperatures. This groundbreaking innovation is set to revolutionize the field of navigation systems and bring about significant advancements in various industries that rely […]
US awards $244M to Northrop for most advanced global missile tracking stations yet
US Space Force Awards Northrop Grumman $244M Contract for Advanced Global Missile Tracking Stations The US Space Force (USSF) has awarded Northrop Grumman a $244 million contract to develop the most advanced global missile tracking stations to date. This significant investment underscores the nation’s commitment to strengthening its defense capabilities and staying ahead in an […]
Amazon-Starlink space race heats up as Kuiper gears up for first launch on April 9
Amazon-Starlink space race heats up as Kuiper gears up for first launch on April 9 Elon Musk’s Starlink has already made a dominant mark in the satellite internet industry. With thousands of satellites orbiting the Earth, providing high-speed internet access to even the most remote locations, Starlink has set the bar high for its competitors. […]
US’ new copper alloy resists 1,472°F heat for 10,000 hours, matches superalloy power
US’ New Copper Alloy Resists 1,472°F Heat for 10,000 Hours, Matches Superalloy Power A collaborative effort from researchers at the Arizona State University, the US Army Research Laboratory, and other institutions has resulted in a groundbreaking development in the field of materials science. The team has successfully created a new copper alloy that can withstand […]