Aerospace & Defence
UK space funding boost for international projects
Eleven projects that showcase the best of UK space expertise on the international stage have secured a funding boost from the UK Space Agency, as the global space industry lands in Colorado Springs for the 39th Space Symposium on Monday 8 April.
Drone innovators win £500,000 to improve UK medical supply chain
£500,000 has been allocated to support five projects within the health sector that utilise drones for the delivery of medicines and medical supplies.
ESA’s Proba-3 ready to launch at the end of the year
The European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 mission has been announced to be ready to launch by the end of the year.
Orbex secures patent for 'petal fold' reusable rocket technology
Orbex has secured patents for its REFLIGHT reusable rocket technology, with approvals spanning several European countries and the United States.
C-LEO: £60M for innovative satellite constellation ideas
Up to £60 million is available for innovations that will help boost the UK’s satellite communications sector, following the record number of global satellite launches in 2023.
Major Airlander 10 production centre to be located in Doncaster
The City of Doncaster Council and Hybrid Air Vehicles Ltd have reached an agreement to situate the production of Airlander 10 at Carcroft Common.
Ricardo and Greenjets celebrate eVTOL propulsion milestone
Ricardo has played a key role in assisting Greenjets in developing the inaugural generation of an electric, fully operational demonstrator propulsion module named InCEPTion, designed for aircraft under five tonnes.
Data hub enhances combat situation for military
In stock at Powell Electronics is the STAR-PAN integrated soldier multiport USB data hub / power distribution system from Glenair.
Flying taxis could be a reality by 2030
The Future of Flight action plan, jointly developed by the government and industry, has been unveiled by the Department for Transport (DfT).
Space Grade EMI filters by Spectrum Control
Spectrum Control has introduced Space Grade EMI filters that meet the stringent requirements of existing and emerging space technologies.