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MRV Sets Stage for Autonomous On-Orbit Satellite Servicing
space1 month ago

MRV Sets Stage for Autonomous On-Orbit Satellite Servicing

Ars Technica reports that Northrop Grumman’s Mission Robotic Vehicle (MRV), carrying the DARPA-funded RSGS payload and three Mission Extension Pods, launched on SpaceX’s Falcon 9 to geosynchronous orbit to perform on‑orbit servicing. Equipped with two seven‑degree‑of‑freedom robotic arms and autonomous control, MRV can inspect, upgrade, relocate, and potentially service satellites not designed for humans, with prospective customers including SES, Optus, and the Space Force. The mission builds on prior MEV demonstrations and signals a shift toward a space‑based depot and extended‑life servicing capability, potentially enabling a new era of orbital logistics over a planned 10–13 year service life.

via Ars Technica|
#darpa#geosynchronous#northrop-grumman
DARPA gears up for in-space satellite servicing in geosynchronous orbit
space3 months ago

DARPA gears up for in-space satellite servicing in geosynchronous orbit

DARPA’s Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) program is moving toward its first flight, featuring a dexterous on‑orbit servicing suite and a Mission Robotic Vehicle to refuel, inspect, upgrade, and relocate GEO satellites. The effort involves NASA and the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, with SpaceLogistics’ vehicle backing the mission; launch could occur as soon as this summer, followed by ~10 months to GEO and first operations in 2027, signaling a shift toward sustainable, upgradable space assets amid a growing servicing sector.

via Space|
#darpa#geosynchronous-orbit#rsgs
DARPA selects trio for ultra-low lunar-orbit water-ice probe
military-space3 months ago

DARPA selects trio for ultra-low lunar-orbit water-ice probe

DARPA has chosen Benchmark Space Systems, Quantum Space, and Revolution Space to conduct Phase 1 studies for LASSO, a six-month Phase 1A plus 18-month Phase 1B program to design a very-low lunar-orbit mission that would search for water ice at concentrations above 5% and demonstrate sustained maneuverability for future cislunar operations; Benchmark proposes the Sapphire propulsion/navigation architecture, Quantum Space is building on its Ranger concept with hybrid thrusters, and Revolution Space has not disclosed specifics.

via SpaceNews|
#benchmark-space-systems#darpa#lasso
IonQ leaps after DARPA win and quantum-network milestone
market-news4 months ago

IonQ leaps after DARPA win and quantum-network milestone

IonQ shares jumped over 20% after securing a DARPA HARQ contract focused on quantum memory, expanding government-backed projects with the Air Force Research Lab and the University of Maryland, and announcing a milestone in linking two quantum computers with light-based data transfer, along with stronger benchmark results; analysts remain bullish with a Strong Buy consensus and an average target around $65.91, signaling about 84% upside.

via TipRanks|
#darpa#ionq#market-news
IonQ Soars 20% on Quantum Networking Milestone and DARPA Contract
market-news4 months ago

IonQ Soars 20% on Quantum Networking Milestone and DARPA Contract

IonQ shares jumped about 20% after the company linked two quantum systems via photonic interconnect, a milestone toward distributed quantum networks, and announced a DARPA HARQ contract to advance quantum networking and memory chips built from synthetic diamond for data centers and long-range links. Analysts at TipRanks remain bullish with a Strong Buy rating and an average price target around $65.91, implying roughly 84% upside; IonQ’s leadership emphasized modular scalability beyond a single processor as a core part of its roadmap.

via TipRanks|
#darpa#ionq#market-news
IonQ lands DARPA HARQ contract to enable modular, networked quantum systems
technology4 months ago

IonQ lands DARPA HARQ contract to enable modular, networked quantum systems

IonQ has been selected by DARPA for the HARQ program to advance modular, networked quantum architectures by interconnecting diverse qubit types via quantum interconnects, with IonQ supplying quantum memories made from synthetic diamond to enable fast, high‑fidelity communication across quantum systems and accelerate scalable quantum networking for defense and commercial use.

via Business Wire|
#darpa#interconnect#ionq
DARPA Develops Quantum Laser with Entangled Photons to Surpass Conventional Beams
technology2 years ago

DARPA Develops Quantum Laser with Entangled Photons to Surpass Conventional Beams

DARPA has awarded a $1 million grant to develop a "quantum photonic-dimer laser" that uses quantum entanglement to bind photons together, creating a highly concentrated and stable laser beam. This new technology aims to enhance military applications by maintaining precision and strength over long distances and in adverse conditions, potentially improving surveillance, secure communications, and other uses in harsh environments.

via Space.com|
#darpa#military-technology#photonic-dimers
"From Marvel to Retirement: The Legacy of Boston Dynamics' Atlas Robot"
robotics2 years ago

"From Marvel to Retirement: The Legacy of Boston Dynamics' Atlas Robot"

Boston Dynamics' Atlas robot, known for its impressive capabilities, has been showcased in various videos demonstrating its agility, balance, and ability to perform tasks such as gymnastics, running, and navigating autonomously. The company's ongoing research and development on Atlas aim to improve its control and perception systems, with potential applications in construction, disaster response, and household chores. Additionally, DARPA's Virtual Robotics Challenge has selected Atlas as one of the advanced humanoid robots to compete in a public contest for disaster response applications.

via The Verge|
#atlas-robot#boston-dynamics#darpa
"2025 Military Satellite to Undergo On-Orbit Servicing Mission"
space-technology2 years ago

"2025 Military Satellite to Undergo On-Orbit Servicing Mission"

In 2025, a robot satellite in geostationary orbit will attempt to affix a new imaging sensor payload on a military satellite using a robot arm developed by DARPA and the Naval Research Laboratory. The mission, overseen by the Defense Innovation Unit, aims to upgrade the satellite's hardware, a major technological challenge. The Mission Robotics Vehicle (MRV) being built by Northrop Grumman's subsidiary SpaceLogistics will perform the mission, which is part of the effort to match commercial technologies with military needs for in-orbit services.

via SpaceNews|
#darpa#imaging-sensor#military-satellite
"US Successfully Tests Hypersonic Missile in Pacific, Closing Technology Gap with China and Russia"
military-technology2 years ago

"US Successfully Tests Hypersonic Missile in Pacific, Closing Technology Gap with China and Russia"

The US Air Force conducted the final test of the Lockheed Martin hypersonic AGM-183A Air-launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW) without disclosing its success. The ARRW is one of four hypersonic missiles in development, each with varying missions and flight profiles. The US is also working on the Hypersonic Air-breathing Weapon Concept (HAWC) missile system. Hypersonic weapons offer increased speed and maneuverability, making them harder to track and intercept. This test comes amid claims from North Korea and Russia about their own hypersonic capabilities, and amidst increased investment in hypersonic missile development by the US Department of Defense.

via Kyiv Post|
#darpa#hypersonic-missiles#lockheed-martin
"Northrop Grumman Chosen to Develop Lunar Railroad for US Government"
space-technology2 years ago

"Northrop Grumman Chosen to Develop Lunar Railroad for US Government"

DARPA has chosen Northrop Grumman to develop a "lunar railroad" concept as part of its 10-Year Lunar Architecture (LunA-10) Capability Study, aiming to facilitate sustained economic development on the moon. The envisioned network could transport humans, supplies, and resources for commercial ventures, contributing to a space economy for the United States and international partners. Northrop Grumman's study will define interfaces and resources required to build the lunar rail network, establish foreseeable risks, and explore concepts for constructing and operating the system with robotics. The selected companies will share their work at the Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium Spring Meeting next month and write up final reports to be released in June.

via Space.com|
#darpa#luna-10#lunar-railroad
"US Government's Commitment to Lunar Economy Development"
space-exploration2 years ago

"US Government's Commitment to Lunar Economy Development"

The United States is making strides in developing a lunar economy as part of the Artemis program, with NASA seeking to foster a thriving economy on the Moon. DARPA has initiated the LunA-10 study involving 14 companies to assess services such as power and communications on the lunar surface, with the goal of facilitating a lunar economy by 2035. DARPA has also issued a "Request for Information" for technological capabilities that could scale up lunar exploration and commerce, focusing on areas such as centralized heating and cooling to support lunar activities.

via Ars Technica|
#artemis-program#darpa#lunar-economy