U.S. officials say Chinese and Russian spy agencies are trying to steal technology from private American space companies and preparing cyberattacks that could disable satellites in a conflict.
Category: Satellites
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Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit Files for Bankruptcy
The satellite launch company, founded by Richard Branson, announced sweeping cuts last week as it struggled to recover from a high-profile rocket failure in January.
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Virgin Orbit’s Failed Launch Is a Blow to the Company
Richard Branson’s satellite launch company, which hasn’t recovered since a January mishap in Britain, has laid off nearly all its employees.
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Sailboat Crew Rescued After Hitting Whale in Pacific Ocean
After the collision in the Pacific Ocean this month, Rick Rodriguez and three other sailors were rescued by a fellow boater, with an assist from a satellite internet signal.
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Virgin Orbit Offers More Details on Rocket Failure
More than 110 miles above earth, the rocket’s second-stage engine prematurely shut down before entering orbit, causing the loss of nine satellites.
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Virgin Orbit’s Failed Launch a Setback for U.K.’s Space Industry
When a Virgin Orbit rocket fell short of orbit, it dealt a blow to Britain’s space program and the companies whose satellites were lost in the mission.
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Britain Is on the Verge of Its First Satellite Launch
A rocket launched from a Virgin Orbit jumbo jet is expected to put satellites into orbit, a step for Britain into the space launch business.