ATK (NYSE: ATK) propulsion, composite and spacecraft technologies supported today’s successful launch of a United Launch Alliance (ULA) Delta IV rocket from Space Launch Complex 37 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla. This rocket carried a Wideband Global SATCOM satellite (WGS-6) into orbit for the U.S. Air Force. WGS-6 is the sixth satellite delivered … Dowiedz się więcej
With today’s launch of the sixth Wideband Global SATCOM satellite, Boeing [NYSE: BA] and the U.S. Air Force continue to expand the advanced WGS communications network that serves the U.S. Department of Defense and its international partners, including the Australian Defence Force. “The demand for wideband satellite communications continues to increase,” said Craig Cooning, vice … Dowiedz się więcej
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has selected Rockwell Collins to develop new software analysis tools for verifying the safety of flight critical systems for future commercial aircraft. Under the terms of the one-year contract, Rockwell Collins will develop a set of software analysis tools, conduct demonstrations, and make recommendations to NASA. Avionics systems … Dowiedz się więcej
The first Boeing [NYSE: BA] electric-powered satellite, the 702 Small Platform (702SP), has passed its Critical Design Review, allowing the new program to move two satellites into assembly, integration and testing. Boeing introduced the 3- to 8-kilowatt 702SP to its 702 product line in March 2012 as a simpler design that can be built more … Dowiedz się więcej
As part of Project Biarri in collaboration with DSTO, the receivers will be integrated into three small CubeSats that will be launched into low earth orbit. The CubeSat bodies are just 300x100x100mm and are fitted with small deployable solar panels. Their tiny size and miniaturised sensors make them a more cost-effective and innovative option for … Dowiedz się więcej
A third Boeing GPS IIF satellite has completed on-orbit checkout and is now part of the active 31-satellite GPS constellation, providing improved performance for both military and civilian users. GPS IIF-3, now designated SVN-65, is being operated by the 50th Space Wing’s 2nd Space Operations Squadron at Schriever Air Force Base, Colo., following an Oct. … Dowiedz się więcej