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😲 What a beast! With an insane climb rate at 62,000 feet per minute, you’d imagine you could go to space with this thing—but no, it can’t; in contrast, a Falcon 9 rocket reaches speeds of about 17,500 mph (28,163 km/h) to achieve orbit. To put it into perspective, the F-22's climb rate converts to approximately 704.5 mph or 1,134 km/h, which is only about 4% of the Falcon 9's orbital speed. Therefore, it is theoretically impossible for the F-22 Raptor to catch a Falcon 9 rocket during its launch. The rocket's speed and acceleration far exceed the capabilities of any current fighter aircraft. If you love space and want to be in on the breaking inside conversations in the space economy, feel free to subscribe to my newsletter, Trailblazers. It’s the fastest-growing space newsletter and it’s free! 👉 https://buff.ly/3VZIM9r 🎥 Credit: zeelikesplanes on IG #space #technology #f22 #rocketlaunch #acrobatics #performance #spaceexploration #falcon9

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐉𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐲𝐟𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 "A space jellyfish (also jellyfish UFO or rocket jellyfish) is a rocket launch-related phenomenon caused by sunlight reflecting off the high-altitude rocket plume gases emitted by a launching rocket during morning or evening twilight. The observer is in darkness, while the exhaust plumes at high altitudes are still in direct sunlight. This luminous apparition is reminiscent of a jellyfish" -- Wikipedia SpaceX, Falcon 9, Starlink Group 6-59, May 17th, 2024 8:32 PM Taken from my front yard in Lake Worth Florida, around 270 miles south of Kennedy Space Center with a Fujifilm X-T4 using the 18-55 kit lens. This video contains 218 one-second exposures taken @18mm f/3.5, and ISO 160, combined using DaVinci Resolve with optical flow. #blackmagicremoval #fujifilm #SpaceX #Falcon9 #falcon9launch #nasaspaceflight

Space connectivity is becoming more prevalent now than ever. The DoD is ramping up its satellite evolution, read about it here: https://buff.ly/3vXNBVR #spaceexploration #space #spaceforce

Last week our partners at TLON Space have conducted a successful 3KN static bench-test for a duration of 35 seconds of their Aventura-I first stage launcher. This test allowed for the safe demonstration of its cardanic joint’s maneuverability, and a nozzle firing at different angles. On the long term, Aventura will need a thrust stronger than 8.5KN of force to launch its small-sat payloads to orbit and beyond. Next up, a test with increased thrust, as well as a different nozzle use and combustion chamber cooling system for greater efficiency. This is just the first of many static milestones that OLM & TLON Space will be looking to complete in tandem until orbital viability from both our launch & testing facilities in central Europe, Argentina and Uruguay. Find out more about TLON and Aventura-I/II here : https://tlon.space/ Making LEO just a little bit closer, one test at the time.

👨🚀 Today is a special day for all space enthusiasts: Back in 1961, on April 12th, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to reach space. This alone would be reason enough to celebrate the 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁. 🛰 In addition, Expedition 70 to the International Space Station ended a few days ago. Ever since the first human space flight, space exploration has come far, yet it remains full of challenges. 🚀 To meet the challenges of developing 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝘃𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀 and 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁 for future space missions, #dSPACE supports the aerospace industry with a wide range of systems and tools. You didn't know? Then learn more about what we do in this area: https://ow.ly/c4vO50Raej2 #InternationalDayOfHumanSpaceFlight #space #humanspaceflight #ISS

Ever wondered what the essence of 11.2 km/s looks like in full throttle? Why do we call ourselves 11point2? Let's dive in! 🌌💡 At 11point2, we're not just inspired by the breathtaking speed required to break free from Earth's gravitational pull (the video below captures this beautiful phenomenon). This isn't just about rockets. It's about the meticulous validation each component undergoes before even reaching the launchpad. It mirrors the entrepreneurial journey—rigorous, filled with challenges, and requiring unwavering validation at every turn. 🚀🔍 Launching a new venture shares the same adrenaline and uncertainties. Yes, the risk of failure looms large. Yet, the risk of standing still, of succumbing to inaction, dwarfs it entirely. At 11point2, we stand firm in the belief that some ideas are simply too transformative to be left unexplored. #entrepreneurship #ideavalidation #newventures

🛰️ The payload is the heart of a mission in #Space. It's the reason for the satellite's existence. In this article we answer some basic questions about #payloads, to explain what they are, what types exist, to what extent they condition the size of the #CubeSats, who is responsible for their manufacture, and what missions they make it possible to perform in space. To sum up, what can you put in a small satellite? Read the article 👇 https://lnkd.in/dZrVZSu Check our ready to launch payloads 👇 https://lnkd.in/dnU2NFRP #NewSpace #SmallSatellites #SmallSats

Using conventional launch systems, launch windows to Mars open approximately every two years/26 months (https://lnkd.in/giAq2jS8) Via CTP Propulsion Systems utilized on #CTPcraft... launch windows will no longer really be a factor or limitation of space flights scheduling or deep space flights. Flights will be able to be commenced at any time on any day. Orbital positions of planets will not really matter. CTP craft and the onboard CTP Propulsion Systems will be able to compensate for the distances other forms of spacecraft cannot. (https://lnkd.in/gJCSxiiU) #newpropulsion #newtechnologies #newspace

For Ariane 6’s historic first flight, the company’s EXOpod Nova deployer will carry four CubeSats into space. EXOpod Nova, the size of compact carry-on luggage, will be placed on the Ariane 6 upper stage payload adapter. Crafted from durable yet lightweight aluminium, this deployer can securely house up to 16 units worth of CubeSats, while the deployer itself weighs less than 14 kg without them. In a bid to accommodate all types of CubeSats, including those surpassing standard dimensions, the EXOpod Nova is designed for versatility. Exolaunch Mission Manager, Nadine Smolka, highlights the company’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of satellite designs, stating, “We aim to revolutionise the industry and make it easier for our customers to explore the limits of their satellite designs.” Ariane 6 will fly with the EXOpod Nova’s 16 unit version in a three-door ‘S3’ configuration, allowing ample room for four satellites to be positioned. The deployer is intuitive and user-friendly, by design. The EXOpod Nova doors open in response to a signal sent from the Ariane 6 launcher, followed by the push mechanism that releases the satellites into their orbits. Full Article: https://lnkd.in/grZqDdww #EXOpodNova #CubeSats #Ariane6

Every U.S. space organization - and their allied counterparts - will benefit from this first-to-market, commercial SSA satellite constellation. For Space Force’s Commercial Space Office (COMSO), NRO’s Commercial Space Program Office (CSPO) and NGA’s Commercial Business Operations — this is the additive commercial capability that you’ve all expressed needs for. I predict this new commercial Wide Field of View collection of RSOs in LEO, MEO and GEO will detect new, anomalous and dangerous behaviors, and drive tipping and cueing of additional sources, in time to characterize the threats giving operators the time to react and avoid potential disasters.