Kepler Communications plans to deploy next-generation optical relay satellites on Rocket Labβs upcoming Neutron rocket in one of several launches the Canadian operator has slated for 2028.
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WARSAW, Poland β The Lithuanian space laser communications company Astrolight has signed a memorandum of understanding with ATMOS Space Cargo, to demonstrate in-flight optical communications link between a reentry spacecraft [β¦]
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BLUEMONT, Va.βFrom an overlook in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Dan Roelker gazed across the green splendor of the Shenandoah Valley. With the pleasant spring afternoon drawing toward evening, the Sun lazily crossed the sky, casting light all around.
The pleasing environs had put Roelker, who was drinking rye whiskey procured from a local distillery called Catoctin Creek, in an expansive mood to talk about one of his favorite subjects: light.
"If you can control light, you can control space," he said. "So itβs basically a race for who is collecting the most light."
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