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Russian rocket disintegrates in Earth’s orbit leaving behind 65 pieces

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Russian rocket disintegrates in Earth’s orbit leaving behind 65 pieces of dangerous space debris that could damage other satellites The upper stage of a Russian rocket broke apart over the Indian ocean on May 8  The rocket was used to launch the Spektr-R radio telescope into orbit in 2011  Fregat-SB is a type of space … Read more

Virgin Orbit said will start making breathing devices to treat people afflicted with coronavirus

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Virgin Orbit said it will start making breathing devices to help treat people afflicted with novel coronavirus Virgin Orbit will begin making breathing devices to treat coronavirus The devices will automate ambulatory bags to deliver oxygen to patients They could be an alternative to ventilators and free them up for the critically ill Virgin Orbit … Read more

Under Lucky Stars petitions against SpaceX’s plans to send Starlink satellites into orbit

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Elon Musk is set launch at least 12,000 Starlink satellites into low-orbit to blanket the world with high speed internet, but the plan is causing quite the stir among astronomers and stargazers – the devices are blocking their views of the night sky. Now, a group of designers have taken matters into their own hands … Read more

SpaceX to launch four private passengers into orbit around Earth by as soon as late 2021

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SpaceX to launch four private passengers into orbit around Earth by as soon as late 2021 thanks to partnership with space tourism company SpaceX may launch its first space tourists as soon as late 2021 or early 2022 The news comes amid a new partnership with Adventures, a space tourism firm Four passengers will orbit … Read more