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SpaceX all set for a record-breaking rocket launch on Friday
- SpaceX is set to launch its Falcon 9 booster for a record 20th time on Friday.
- The booster, 1062, will lift off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station to deploy 23 Starlink satellites.
- The live webcast will showcase the rocket's 20th flight, stage separation, satellite deployment, and booster landing on a droneship.
- SpaceX's reuse of boosters has reduced costs and increased space access for more companies and organizations.
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Blue Origin set to fly its next crewed mission
- Blue Origin is preparing for its next crewed mission, which will be its first with a crew in a year and a half.
- The mission will launch from Blue Origin's West Texas launch site and feature 6 participants taking their first trips to space.
- One seat on the crewed flight is sponsored by Space For Humanity, while the other 5 seats are paid for by the respective individuals.
- If the mission goes smoothly, Blue Origin may resume sub-orbital tourist flights and prepare for the maiden flight of New Glenn in the future.
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Advanced Tech and Life Science on Station Today Promoting Health
- Nanomaterials manufacturing, 3D bioprinting, and astronaut eye health were the main research topics aboard the International Space Station.
- NASA Flight Engineers conducted experiments to demonstrate in-space production of nanomaterials that mimic DNA, which may lead to advanced therapies for health conditions.
- NASA astronaut Tracy C. Dyson practiced a simulated emergency return to Earth, while other crew members performed spacewalk preparations.
- Flight Engineer Alexander Grebenkin conducted health tests and worked on life support maintenance on the space station.
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A Looming Threat Above Us: The Growing Concern Over Space Debris
- Space debris, consisting of inactive satellites and other debris, is a growing concern in orbit.
- The increasing number of satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) contributes to the concentration of space debris.
- Space debris poses a significant risk of collisions with operational satellites and manned spacecraft.
- Efforts are being made to address the issue, including new regulations and technologies for tracking and removing space debris.
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Rocket Lab prepares for next launch, moves closer to Electron reusability
- Rocket Lab is preparing for its next launch, scheduled for no earlier than April 24th from Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand.
- The mission, Beginning of the Swarm, will deploy two payloads to different orbits.
- The primary payload, NEONSAT-1, is an Earth observation satellite for the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology and will be deployed into a 520km circular Earth orbit.
- Rocket Lab has brought a previously flown Electron first stage back into the production line, moving closer to first-stage reusability on the Electron rocket.
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Learnings from Elon Musk by Walter Issacsson
- Elon Musk revolutionized multiple industries with his companies.
- His urgency to get things done has led to remarkable achievements.
- Musk challenges norms and encourages questioning of requirements.
- He has a hands-on approach to hiring and values comradery.
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SpaceX completes another middle-of-the-night Starlink mission
- SpaceX launched another batch of 23 Starlink satellites to orbit in the early morning.
- The Falcon 9 booster successfully landed on the droneship 'Just Read the Instructions'.
- SpaceX aims to recover the fairings for future use, resulting in significant cost savings.
- This was SpaceX's 36th mission of the year and the 5th launch of the month.
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Tata’s Made-in-India Military-Grade Satellite Placed in Orbit by Elon Musk’s SpaceX
- Tata's Made-in-India Military-Grade Satellite Placed in Orbit by Elon Musk's SpaceX
- India's first high-resolution earth observation satellite, TSAT-1A, was successfully launched by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL).
- TASL collaborated with SpaceX for the launch, showcasing the partnership between Indian space technology and the private sector.
- TSAT-1A features high-resolution imaging, rapid delivery of captured images, and multispectral and hyperspectral capabilities.
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‘No way’: US labor watchdog refuses to bow to SpaceX, Amazon and Starbucks
- The US labor watchdog, National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), refuses to bow to legal challenges from companies like Amazon, Starbucks, and SpaceX.
- Attorneys representing these companies have argued that the NLRB is unconstitutional and has overstepped its authority.
- Jennifer Abruzzo, the NLRB general counsel, stated that the agency will not succumb to pressures and will defend its structure and constitutionality.
- The legal challenges against the NLRB have been launched in retaliation for the agency's efforts to hold companies accountable for violating workers' rights.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch Falcon 9 rocket on Starlink mission from Cape Canaveral
- SpaceX is set to launch its latest batch of Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
- The mission, named Starlink 6-48, will be the 24th dedicated Starlink launch of the year.
- The Falcon 9 first stage booster, which previously supported the Crew-8 astronaut mission, will be reused for this launch.
- SpaceX's Starlink internet service is now available in 74 countries, and the company's partnership with Vast for the Haven-1 space station is announced.
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SpaceX begins deployment of Direct to Cell capable Starlinks
- SpaceX began the deployment of their Direct to Cell Starlink satellites following a successful launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
- Of the 21 satellites launched, 6 of them feature an advanced modem that is capable of connecting directly to cell phones.
- Future launches will have 13 Direct to Cell satellites as SpaceX looks to increase the bandwidth of those satellites.
- The Falcon 9 booster successfully landed on the droneship 'Of Course I Still Love You' after completing its 6th launch.
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3D Bioprinting and CubeSats Top Tuesday’s Science Schedule
- Advanced space biology and CubeSat work topped the research schedule aboard the International Space Station on Tuesday.
- NASA Flight Engineers operated the BioFabrication Facility to print 3D cardiac tissue samples for future space crews.
- NASA Flight Engineer installed a small satellite orbital deployer inside the Kibo laboratory module to deploy CubeSats into Earth orbit.
- Cosmonauts conducted various tasks including spacewalk preparation, life support maintenance, and fitness testing.
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These are the top 10 holdings of Destiny Tech100 Fund, which has soared 1,110% since its debut last month
- Destiny Tech100, a closed-end fund, has surged 1,110% since its debut last month
- The fund invests primarily in privately held startups, offering access to high-growth tech companies that are not readily available to most investors
- Top holdings of Destiny Tech100 include SpaceX, OpenAI, Relativity Space, ClassDojo, Revolut, Superhuman, Brex, Epic Games, Boom Supersonic, and Axiom Space
- The fund's volatile swings in value have been attributed to the performance of its high-profile holdings
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Book Summary: Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson
- Chapter 1: The Early Years - This chapter explores Musk’s early years and the factors that molded his personality as Isaacson digs into Musk’s childhood in South Africa, his reading habits, and his love for technology and space travel.
- Chapter 2: The Road to Silicon Valley - Isaacson details Musk’s early entrepreneurial endeavors, including his founding of Zip2 and his crucial contribution to the founding of PayPal.
- Chapter 3: Disrupting Industries - This chapter delves into Musk’s foray into the automotive sector through Tesla Motors and his goal of expediting the global shift towards sustainable energy.
- Chapter 4: Pushing Boundaries with SpaceX - Isaacson explores Musk’s venture into space exploration through SpaceX and highlights the company’s revolutionary rocket technology accomplishments.
- Chapter 5: The Vision for the Future - In the last chapter, Isaacson considers Musk’s contributions to society, his audacious ideas for colonizing Mars, and his attempts to transform transportation.
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SpaceX launches first Bandwagon rideshare mission
- SpaceX launched its first Bandwagon rideshare mission, sending eleven payloads to orbit.
- The Bandwagon mission allows customers to launch their satellites into a more favorable orbit for extended coverage.
- Satellites from companies including Capella Space, HawkEye 360, and iQPS were among those launched in this mission.
- SpaceX successfully landed the Falcon 9 booster, marking its 14th successful landing for this particular booster.
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