Stephen Clark
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China orbits first Guowang internet satellites, with thousands more to come
While there are open questions about how China will use its satellite megaconstellations, their deployment will require a significant increase…
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Nearly three years since launch, Webb is a hit among astronomers
This composite image of Arp 107, created with data from two of the James Webb Space Telescope’s infrared instruments, reveals…
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For some reason, NASA is treating Orion’s heat shield problems as a secret
“I’m not going to share right now. When it comes out, it’ll all come out together.” A photo from the…
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Astronaut hospitalized after returning from 235-day space mission
NASA said Friday one its astronauts is in a hospital in Florida for medical observation after a “normal” predawn splashdown…
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After seeing hundreds of launches, SpaceX’s rocket catch was a new thrill
For a few moments, my viewing angle made it look like the rocket was coming right at me. Coming in…
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SpaceX prevails over ULA, wins military launch contracts worth $733 million
These missions require medium-lift rockets, or smaller rockets capable of a high-rate launch cadence to match the capability of a…
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Google backs privately funded satellite constellation for wildfire detection
Eyes in the sky — “Authorities will have high-resolution imagery that is updated globally every 20 minutes.” Stephen Clark –…
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The Vega rocket never found its commercial niche. After tonight, it’s gone.
Enlarge / The final Vega rocket on its launch pad in Kourou, French Guiana. The final flight of Europe’s Vega…
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NASA’s Starliner decision was the right one, but it’s a crushing blow for Boeing
Falling short — It’s unlikely Boeing can fly all six of its Starliner missions before retirement of the ISS in…
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After months of mulling, NASA will decide on Starliner return this weekend
Standby for news — “The agency flight readiness review is where any formal dissents are presented and reconciled.” Stephen Clark…
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