How a spaceplane is trying to make access to space more routine—and more flexible

Why small and mid-sized companies are playing a growing role in national security space

As space becomes increasingly central to national security, the challenge is no longer just putting assets in orbit—it's connecting information, systems, and operators across the entire battlespace. For a discussion on how the space sector is evolving, the role of innovative companies in supporting military and intelligence missions, and why breaking down technology silos is critical to the future of space operations I spoke with Damian DiPippa, CEO of Auria Space. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Most objects that enter Earth's atmosphere are small asteroids. What are they made of?

Not all asteroids are created equal. New research suggests that the smallest asteroids near Earth may come from different sources than their larger counterparts, offering new clues about where meteorites come from and how potentially hazardous space rocks behave. I had the chance to discuss the findings with the man in charge of that research, Dr. Nick Moskovitz of Lowell Observatory. https://lowell.edu/press-release-new-study-reveals-big-compositional-shift-in-small-near-earth-asteroids/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

How a spaceplane is trying to make access to space more routine—and more flexible

A new competition is aiming to rethink how researchers access space, using a runway-launched spaceplane designed for rapid, repeatable missions instead of traditional one-off rocket launches. To explore how this “runway-to-space” model could accelerate microgravity research and lower barriers to space testing, I talked to Stefan Powell, CEO of Dawn Aerospace, the company behind the challenge. https://www.dawnaerospace.com/suborbital-spaceplane-challenge See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Connecting devices out in remote regions

What happens when you combine satellite internet, precision positioning, and smart machines? The result could be better connectivity, more automation, and real-time data in places where traditional networks don't reach. New technology is helping tractors, trucks, and mining equipment stay connected in some of the world's most remote locations. To learn more, we talked with Michael Schramm, Co-Founder and CEO of Nordian. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Industry group sees large growth two years in on the space coast

From the Artemis launch and ongoing NASA missions to a surge in small business innovation and dual-use technologies, Florida’s Space Coast has seen rapid growth and increasing collaboration across its space and defense ecosystem in recent years. Two years ago, I got the chance to have a conversation about how the region has evolved into a hub of activity connecting government, industry, and startups—and what that momentum means for the future of the community. Returning to give us an update, Tony Brown, the now outgoing leader of the AFCEA Space Coast chapter. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].