NASA Invites Media, Public to Attend Deep Space Food Challenge Finale

https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-invites-media-public-to-attend-deep-space-food-challenge-finale/

NASA invites you to the Deep Space Food Challenge symposium hosted by The Methuselah Foundation. Celebrate the Phase 3 winners of this international challenge to develop sustainable food systems for space habitation. Free. Columbus, OH. August 16, 2024.

International Space Elevator Consortium Conference 2024

https://www.isec.org/events/isec2024

The ISEC conference will feature presentations on space elevator topics such as design, dynamics, applications, scientific value, and economic impact. In-person in Chicago, IL. September 7-8, 2024.

Space-Comm Expo Scotland

https://space-comm-scotland.co.uk/

Space-Comm Expo Scotland will focus on the growing space ecosystem, particularly small satellites, spaceports, and increasing space sector commercialization. Glasgow, Scotland. September 7-8, 2024.

Defence in Space 2024

https://defenceinspace.com/

Government, industry, and academic space stakeholders gather for talks around MilSat, Space ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance), Multi-orbits, PNT (Positioning, Navigation, and Timing), space security, and more. Key speakers include David Moody, Head of Space Capability at UK Space Command. Free. Kings Place, London. September 10-11, 2024.

World Space Business Week 27th Edition

https://wsbw.com/

Join decision makers for discussions around the future of the industry. The week will include the Space Defense & Security Summit, where global leaders in defense, security, and space industries converge. Paris, France. September 16-20, 2024.

ION GNSS+ 2024

https://www.ion.org/gnss/

Technical meeting and showcase of GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) technology, products and services. Sessions focus on research and commercial policy. $499-1,380. Baltimore, MD. September 16-20, 2024.

SPAICE: AI in and for Space

https://spaice.esa.int/

This first joint European Space Agency and International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) multi-domain conference will gather AI and aerospace scientists and practitioners to discuss the impact of emerging AI-driven technologies on space missions. Didcot, UK. September 17-19, 2024.

Satcoms Training Course

https://satcoms.theiet.org/

Join early-career professionals for this 6-day comprehensive training around the key concepts of satellite communication technology and applications. £2,629-2,399. Stevenage, UK. September 18-20 and 23-24, Live Virtual. September 26, Hybrid.

The Space Logistics Conference

https://www.smgconferences.com/defence/northamerica/Space-Logistics

The Space Logistics Conference will bring together speakers such as UK Space Agency Chief Engineer Andrew Ratcliffe and NASA STMD (Space Technology Mission Directorate) Principal Technologist Angela Krenn to discuss government policy and regulation around charting the future of the orbital ecosystem. Arlington VA. September 26-27, 2024.

56th Annual Division for Planetary Sciences (DPS) Meeting | American Astronomical Society

https://aas.org/meetings/dps56

DPS 2024 features workshops, splinter sessions, interactive oral sessions from scheduled panelists, and other professional development and social events. Plenary speakers include Cédric Gillmann from ETH Zurich and exoplanetary science and planetary habitability specialist Stephen Kane. Boise, ID. October 6-10, 2024.

75th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2024 | International Astronautical Federation

https://www.iafastro.org/events/iac/international-astronautical-congress-2024/

IAC 2024 will highlight efforts to keep the space environment secure and open to exploration through international cooperation. Over 8,000 are expected to attend the event, which will feature the theme “Responsible Space for Sustainability.” Milan, Italy. October 14-18, 2024.

Space Passive Component Days (SPCD) 2024 Symposium

https://www.spcd.space/

European Space Agency organized conference to exchange technical expertise about the latest advances in EEE (Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical) passive components for space applications. Noordwijk, The Netherlands. October 15-18, 2024.

Satellite Innovation

https://satelliteinnovation.com/

Part of Silicon Valley Space Week (SVSW), the Satellite Innovation conference brings together industry leaders to discuss “Pushing Boundaries, Bridging Worlds: The Satellite Ecosystem Connected.” $300-1,595. Mountain View, CA. October 21-22, 2024.

MilSat Symposium 

https://milsatshow.com/

Part of Silicon Valley Space Week (SVSW), join commercial industry leaders and defense decision-makers in dialogue and collaboration on cutting-edge solutions. $50-1,595. Mountain View, CA. October 23-24, 2024.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2024

https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/20/announcing-the-agenda-for-the-space-stage-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2024/

Explore the challenges and possibilities for stakeholders in space at this year’s conference, which includes a dedicated Space Stage and "The Space Challenge" pitch competition. $125-$3500. San Francisco, CA. October 28, 2024.

The Future of PanAmerican Space Exploration

https://www.panamspace.org/

Workshop to encourage global coordination among key space agencies, research institutions, and industry players to explore artificial intelligence and machine learning opportunities for the future of space exploration. $250 (estimated). Mendoza, Argentina. October 28-31, 2024.

International Conference on Space Science and Communication

https://www.pagesconferences.org/2024/space-science

Multi-disciplinary international group of scientists, engineers, researchers and industry stakeholders share cutting-edge ideas around planetary science, aerospace, astronomy and satellite networking. Vancouver, CA. November 4-6, 2024.

APSCC Satellite Conference & Exhibition 2024

https://apsccsat.com/

This year’s event aims to bring satellite and space industry professionals together for market insight, partnerships and deals under the theme “Navigating an Unchartered Future: Facing Disruptions and Opportunities in the Space Industry”. $630-1,500. Bangkok, Thailand. November 5-7, 2024.

Robotic Assembly and Outfitting for NASA Space Missions 

https://grabcad.com/challenges/robotic-assembly-and-outfitting-for-nasa-space-missions

NASA is actively researching robotic assembly of orbital and lunar surface structures and seeks 3D modeling experts to submit ideas and designs to improve current modular robotic construction techniques. Close Date: September 9, 2024.

NASA Space ROS Sim Summer Sprint Challenge

https://www.freelancer.com/contest/NASA-Space-ROS-Sim-Summer-Sprint-Challenge-2417552/details

Join the challenge to improve the Space Robot Operating System (ROS) for a chance to win a $10,000 prize. Deadline: September 11, 2024.

Low Leakage Cryogenic Disconnects for Fuel Transfer and Long-Term Storage

https://grabcad.com/challenges/low-leakage-cryogenic-disconnects-for-fuel-transfer-and-long-term-storage

NASA is tapping the GrabCAD community for testable designs for low or zero leakage cryogenic fuel transfer disconnect seals that are compatible with robotic connection and disconnection and use materials that can withstand the wide range of temperatures in deep space. Deadline: September 25, 2024.

Tycho crater's central peak complex casting a long, dark shadow. Image Credit: NASA / GSFC / Arizona State Univ. / Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter

Lunar Living

https://www.herox.com/LunarLiving

Help NASA solve the challenges of establishing safe and sustainable lunar living. First Place prize: $5,000. Submit an idea before September 30, 2024.

Space Regulatory Calculator

https://aegis.law/calculator/

Aegis' Space Law calculator helps US commercial space startups understand federal regulations to get required regulatory approvals and avoid penalties as they begin designing space systems and raising money, by simply answering yes/no questions about their mission. 

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Accelerate your space career with email alerts for key space industry insights and over 4000 space company jobs.

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Satellite startup Muon Space raises $56.7 million

https://spacenews.com/satellite-startup-muon-space-raises-56-7-million/

Silicon Valley-based Earth monitoring satellite developer Muon Space secured $56.7 million in Series B funding led by Activate Capital for its Halo low-Earth orbit satellite platform and to scale operations. Acme Capital and existing investors Costanoa Ventures, Radical Ventures and Congruent Ventures participated. Muon Space also agreed to build three satellites for Sierra Nevada Corporation’s Vindlér commercial radio-frequency remote sensing system.

Interstellar raises $21 million for rocket and satellite development

https://spacenews.com/interstellar-raises-21-million-for-rocket-and-satellite-development/

Japanese startup Interstellar Technologies raised 3.1 billion yen ($21 million) in a Series E investment round from SBI Group, NTT Docomo, and Resona Bank to develop rocket and communications satellites, following SpaceX’s vertical-integration model. The Japanese government wants its own emergency communications constellation, rather than relying on Starlink.

Spanish defense contractor buys small satellite mission specialist Deimos

https://spacenews.com/spanish-defense-contractor-buys-small-satellite-mission-specialist-deimos/

Spanish defense contractor Indra acquired Deimos Space, a small satellite mission specialist, from its parent company Elecnor. Deimos specializes in small satellite development, with expertise in Earth observation, telecommunications, and navigation. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.

Dcubed raises 4.4 million euros for in-space manufacturing

https://spacenews.com/dcubed-raises-4-4-million-euros-for-in-space-manufacturing/

German startup Dcubed raised 4.4 million euros ($4.8 million) to expand production, demonstrate in-space manufacturing and open a US sales and distribution hub. The Series A funding round was led by Expansion Aerospace Ventures and BayBG Venture Capital with participation from HTGF, Aurelia Foundry, Ventis, Rymdkapital and Decisive Point Europe. Dcubed is buying SpaceX rideshare launches for its in-space demonstrator by 2026.

'Razor Crust Mk-1' reusable space launch system. Image Credit: EtherealX via Twitter

India’s EtherealX puts $5M seed toward fully reusable launch vehicles

https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/05/indias-etherealx-puts-5m-seed-toward-fully-reusable-launch-vehicles/

Indian space startup EtherealX raised $5 million in seed funding to develop fully reusable medium-lift launch vehicles to improve satellite launch speed and cost. EtherealX designs aim to reuse both the upper stage and booster.

Perceptive Space raises $2.8 million for space weather platform

https://spacenews.com/perceptive-space-raises-2-8-million-for-space-weather-platform/

Space weather startup Perceptive Space raised $2.8 million in a pre-seed investment round to release its platform to US and allied space and defense organizations in 2025. Investors include Panache Ventures, Metaplanet, 7Percent Ventures, Mythos Ventures and AIN Ventures.

UK satellite startup Blue Skies Space wants to sell astronomy data ‘as a service’

https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/07/uk-satellite-startup-blue-skies-space-wants-to-sell-astronomy-data-as-a-service/

Blue Skies Space wants to be the first to sell stellar spectroscopy data, the spectrum of light emitted by stars, gathered from space through a subscription-based membership model. Its first Mauve satellite is scheduled to launch on SpaceX’s Transporter 15 mission in October 2025. Boston University and National Astronomical Observatory of Japan researchers are providing guidance on science program design. 

Polaris Dawn crew. Image Credit: Polaris Dawn via Twitter

SpaceX targeting Aug. 26 for historic Polaris Dawn astronaut mission

https://www.space.com/spacex-polaris-dawn-astronaut-mission-launch-august-26

SpaceX firmed up its Crew Dragon launch date to August 26 for Polaris Dawn, which aims to achieve several milestones, including the first commercial spacewalk, testing Starlink laser-based communications in space, and reaching the highest Earth orbit ever flown by a crewed mission. Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman will command the mission with Scott "Kidd" Poteet as pilot and SpaceX engineers Sarah Gillis and Anna Menon as mission specialists.

Space-junk scout captures amazing fly-around footage of discarded rocket in orbit (video)

https://www.space.com/astroscale-debris-removal-adras-j-video

Tokyo-based Astroscale's ADRAS-J (Active Debris Removal by Astroscale-Japan) orbital inspection mission took 360-degree footage of a discarded 15-year-old, 36-foot-long (11 meters) rocket stage from just 164 feet (50 m) away. It shows no significant damage, meaning Astroscale can attempt removal of the rocket debris later this decade.

How To Detect Faster Than Light Travel

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hvzF5oQe1g

If warp travel is possible, a recent study says we might be able to observe the gravitational waves produced by advanced civilizations. The hypothetical collapse of an Alcubierre warp bubble, a theoretical construct allowing faster-than-light travel, should generate unique gravitational waves distinguishable from natural sources, though current detectors like LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory) cannot detect these higher frequency signals.