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Axiom Space Plans to Launch Two Commercial Space Station Modules in 2028 and 2029

Jonathan Cirtain, CEO of Axiom Space, said the company is completing the manufacture of two modules for its commercial space station and plans to launch them in 2028 and 2029, before the planned end of the International Space Station’s service in 2030. The company is also exploring expanded research cooperation with Turkish universities to make use of the microgravity environment.

2026-10-06

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At IAC 2026, Turkey Reveals Features of the ASTRALINK Constellation Project and Discusses Independent Access to Space

ASELSAN announced the launch of the ASTRALINK constellation project, which will comprise 198 satellites in low Earth orbit, targeting the launch of the first satellite within two years and integration of the system with ground networks. Participants at IAC 2026 discussed the development of Turkish launch platforms, the future of commercial stations, and the role of the lunar mission in building a national space ecosystem.

2026-10-06

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TUSAŞ and ROKETSAN Sign HÜRSAT-2 Contract to Develop a Turkish Family of Serially Produced Satellites

TUSAŞ and ROKETSAN signed the HÜRSAT-2 project contract in a step aimed at building a Turkish family of satellites weighing between 200 and 650 kilograms and adaptable to different missions and users. The project seeks to reduce production time and cost, while supporting satellite launches via a platform being developed by ROKETSAN.

2026-10-05

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Turkey Bets on Young Entrepreneurs to Expand the Space Economy

Yusuf Kıraç, president of the Turkish Space Agency, said that growing the space economy requires turning young people’s ideas and research into products, noting that the space economy is growing globally by around 8 to 9% annually. He also announced that Turkey aims to reach the Moon using its own capabilities next year, relying on locally developed technologies accounting for more than 80% of the mission.

2026-10-05

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32 Participants from 21 Countries Sign the “Antalya Declaration” on the Future of Space Cooperation

Thirty-two ministers, parliamentarians and officials from space agencies in 21 countries signed the “Antalya Space for Peace Declaration” during a ministerial and parliamentary meeting hosted by Turkey as part of the International Astronautical Congress 2026. The declaration calls for an international framework for peaceful, sustainable and responsible space exploration, while Ankara presented its plans to support space companies and launch Turkey’s first lunar spacecraft in early 2027.

2026-10-04

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Satlyt Raises $8 Million to Run AI Models on Satellites

Satlyt has raised $8 million in seed funding to develop software that enables AI models to run and data to be processed on satellites instead of sending all data to Earth. The company is preparing to test its platform on a spacecraft carrying experiments for NASA and two other companies.

2026-10-01

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China Launches Two Batches of Guowang and Yaogan-40 Satellites and Prepares for a Busy Final Quarter

China carried out two launches in less than 24 hours to send a new batch of satellites from the Guowang space internet project and Yaogan-40 satellites into orbit. This brings the country to 70 orbital launch attempts in 2026, as it seeks to surpass 100 launches before the end of the year.

2026-10-01

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NaviGate Tests Precise Orbit Determination Aboard a D-Orbit Orbital Vehicle

NaviGate completed an orbital test of its NaviCode Caravel software, which calculates a satellite’s position in real time using raw GNSS data without adding new hardware. The software achieved an official best uncertainty level of 5.2 centimeters while running on the D-Orbit vehicle’s computer.

2026-09-30

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Galileo Space Develops Satellites That Process Signals and Produce Intelligence in Orbit

Galileo Space is working on satellites that use multiple sensors and edge-AI integration to analyze signals, locate their sources, and send actionable reports within minutes. The company is preparing to launch its first demonstration satellite in the fourth quarter of 2027, while seeking its first government contract.

2026-09-30

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NASA Opens 2027 Challenge to Develop Reliable Communications on the Moon

NASA announced a challenge for U.S. university teams to develop systems-level solutions to improve communications between vehicles and lunar operations sites. Notices of intent to participate are accepted until October 15, 2026, while proposals are due March 4, 2027.

2026-09-29

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Commercial Defense Space Communications Services Revenue Could Exceed $22.6 Billion by 2035

Novaspace expects rapid growth in the defense space communications market, driven by the expansion of non-geostationary satellite constellations and the adoption of multi-orbit architectures. Commercial services revenue could exceed $22.6 billion by 2035, while global demand surpasses 7.5 terabits per second.

2026-09-29

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Artificial Intelligence in the Nuclear Orbit: Why Is “Keeping a Human in the Loop” Not Enough?

The article analyzes the risks of integrating artificial intelligence into early-warning satellites and nuclear command-and-control systems, warning that keeping the final decision in human hands does not guarantee independent judgment if the model has shaped the data seen by the decision-maker. It reviews the efforts of the United Nations and the REAIM Forum, focusing on the verification and implementation gap.

2026-09-29

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NASA and SpaceX’s Crew-13 Mission Prepares to Carry Four Astronauts to the International Space Station

NASA and SpaceX are preparing to launch the Crew-13 mission on October 1, 2026, carrying four astronauts to conduct research, technology demonstrations, and maintenance aboard the International Space Station. The mission includes studies of stem cells, heart disease, and Parkinson’s disease, as well as crop production and crew health monitoring.

2026-09-28

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NASA Develops Dexterous Robots to Support Human Exploration on the Moon and Mars

NASA’s Johnson Space Center dexterous robotics team is developing systems capable of carrying out complex manual tasks in space environments, with a focus on supporting humans rather than replacing them. The iMETRO facility enables robots and their components to be tested in simulations of habitats and spacecraft, including tasks such as opening hatches, moving cargo, and maintenance.

2026-09-28

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NASA Reveals Food System Designs for Mars Missions and Awards $650,000 to Winners

NASA selected five winning teams in the Mars to Table Challenge to design integrated food systems for a crew of 15 astronauts on the surface of Mars for 500 Martian days. The ANI concept won the $300,000 first prize and aims to produce 50% of food away from Earth.

2026-09-24

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The American-Indian NISAR Satellite Observes the Development of a Volcanic Eruption on the Kamchatka Peninsula

The NISAR satellite, part of a joint mission between NASA and ISRO, turned 17 radar images of Russia’s Krasheninnikov volcano into a time-lapse video showing the lava’s expansion since late 2025. The data highlight the ability of synthetic aperture radar to monitor natural hazards accurately and at regular intervals.

2026-09-24

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NASA Studies Crew-13 Astronauts’ Health and Performance in Preparation for Moon and Mars Missions

During SpaceX Crew-13, NASA will conduct a series of studies on blood flow, clotting, vision, manual capabilities, and landing forces, aiming to improve astronaut protection and support longer human missions in the future.

2026-09-24

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Perseverance Probe Reveals Three Complex Stages of Water Interaction with Ancient Martian Rocks

Analyses conducted by NASA’s Perseverance probe in the Margin Unit area inside Jezero Crater have shown that volcanic rocks interacted with water at least three times, including a later event involving hot groundwater. The findings reshape understanding of the history of water and habitable conditions on early Mars.

2026-09-21