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• Mike Wall
Rocket Lab launches new NASA solar sail tech to orbit (video, photos)
Space.com reports: It was the second liftoff in a 16-minute span today (April 23), after a SpaceX Starlink launch.
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2024-04-15T03:07:01.161533-07:00
Rocket Lab Preps for Historic NASA Solar Sail Launch from New Zealand
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Boom Supersonic's Demonstrator Takes Flight, Paving Way for Future Travel
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Boom Supersonic's XB-1 Demonstrator Achieves Maiden Flight
The XB-1, Boom Supersonic's prototype for the upcoming Overture supersonic aircraft, successfully conducted its first flight, marking a significant milestone in civil supersonic travel.
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2024-04-23T05:04:25.308896-07:00 •
NASA's Solar Sail Technology Heads to Orbit with Rocket Lab Launch
A new NASA solar-sailing technology is set to reach orbit today, April 23, launched by Rocket Lab, marking a significant milestone in space propulsion technology.
2024-04-16T12:18:38.236753-07:00 •
FAA Grants Boom Supersonic Historic Permission for Mach 1+ Tests
In an unprecedented move, the FAA has issued special flight authorization to Boom Supersonic, allowing the XB-1 prototype to conduct tests beyond the speed of sound.
2024-04-15T03:07:01.161533-07:00 •
Rocket Lab Preps for Historic NASA Solar Sail Launch from New Zealand
In a major advancement for space exploration technology, Rocket Lab is set to deploy NASA's next-generation solar sail, showcasing deployable booms that compact to handheld size.
2024-03-30T01:10:54.878008-07:00 •
Boom Supersonic's Demonstrator Takes Flight, Paving Way for Future Travel
Boom Supersonic's new passenger jet demonstrator has successfully taken to the skies, with CEO Blake Scholl asserting a supersonic future for air travel.
2024-03-22T09:15:38.641717-07:00 •
Boom Supersonic's XB-1 Demonstrator Achieves Maiden Flight
The XB-1, Boom Supersonic's prototype for the upcoming Overture supersonic aircraft, successfully conducted its first flight, marking a significant milestone in civil supersonic travel.
