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Japanese Scientists Develop Plasma Thruster to Clean Space Debris
Japanese researchers have developed a powerful plasma thruster using fusion reactor technology to clean up hazardous space debris in Earth's orbit.
Leo Harrison
Leo Harrison is a science and technology correspondent for Archeonis, specializing in aerospace engineering, satellite systems, and advanced space communication technologies. He covers breakthroughs that enable the next generation of robotic and human space exploration.
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Space Policy•
NASA Alters Dream Chaser Contract, Removes ISS Cargo Guarantee
NASA has modified its contract with Sierra Space, removing the guarantee to purchase ISS cargo missions for the Dream Chaser spaceplane, now slated for a 2026 demo.
Space Economy•
NASA Alters Dream Chaser Contract Amid Development Delays
NASA has altered its cargo contract with Sierra Space, removing the obligation to order missions for the Dream Chaser spaceplane due to significant development delays.
Space Tech•
SpaceX Sets Starlink Launch from Vandenberg
SpaceX plans to launch 24 Starlink satellites into orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Thursday night, utilizing a Falcon 9 booster on its 16th flight.
Space Policy•
NASA and Private Firms Forge New Era in Space Exploration
NASA's strategic shift to partner with private companies like SpaceX is reshaping space exploration, cutting costs for Earth-orbit missions and focusing agency resources on deep space.
Space Tech•
NASA Taps Private Firm for Historic Swift Telescope Rescue Mission
NASA has contracted Katalyst Space Technologies for a historic 2026 mission to boost the orbit of the Swift Observatory, saving it from atmospheric decay.
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ULA Launches Third Batch of Amazon Kuiper Satellites
A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket successfully launched 27 satellites for Amazon's Project Kuiper from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on September 25.
Space Economy•
NASA to Retire International Space Station in 2030
NASA plans to deorbit the International Space Station in 2030, ending a historic era and paving the way for commercially operated orbital platforms.
Space Economy•
NASA Awards $30M Contract to Save Swift Satellite
NASA has awarded a $30 million contract to startup Katalyst Space to save the Swift astronomy satellite from reentry by boosting its orbit in a 2026 mission.
Space Tech•
SpaceX Adds 28 Starlink Satellites in Florida Launch
SpaceX launched 28 Starlink satellites from Florida, marking its 122nd mission of 2025 and the 22nd flight for the reusable Falcon 9 booster.
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NASA Confirms Laser Communication Success in Deep Space
NASA has successfully tested a laser communication system, transmitting data at broadband speeds from a spacecraft over 200 million miles away.