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S&K Aerospace has been awarded a substantial $4.3 billion contract by the US Air Force to manage the Parts and Repair Ordering System 7 (PROS 7). This contract will enable S&K Aerospace to provide essential supply and logistics support for foreign military sales (FMS) customers over a potential dura...
The Air Force has announced that it will eliminate civilian staff roles at the China Aerospace Studies Institute (CASI) but will not close the organization. An Air Force spokesperson stated that military service members will take over the institute's mission, which focuses on studying Chinese airpow...
The US Space Force has officially launched 'space control weapons' into orbit, marking a significant acknowledgment from Air Force Secretary Troy Meink. During a keynote address at the Air and Space Forces Association conference, Meink emphasized the importance of these weapons in defending against...
A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft was forced to turn back from its mission to Antarctica due to a warning about potentially hazardous Russian aerospace activity. The aircraft, operating under the call sign ICE28, departed from Christchurch, New Zealand, on August 18 but was redire...
Icarus Robotics, founded in 2024, is developing a robotic labor force for space, integrating embodied artificial intelligence with human-in-the-loop control. The aim is to automate routine tasks in orbit, enhancing astronauts' efficiency by allowing them to focus on scientific research rather than r...
The House China committee has expressed concerns regarding potential cuts to the China Aerospace Studies Institute (CASI). A letter to Air Force Secretary Troy Meink highlighted that under-resourcing CASI could jeopardize military leaders' and civilian policymakers' understanding of Beijing's aeros...
DexForce has introduced UNITAS, a novel approach that unifies robot perception, action, and environmental changes within a 3D physical representation space. This model utilizes point positions and time-varying trajectories to enhance understanding and interaction with the physical world. The signif...
The Air Force has asserted that the China Aerospace Studies Institute (CASI) will continue its operations without civilian personnel. However, Brendan Mulvaney, the director of CASI, expressed skepticism about this claim, stating that the institute's functionality without civilian staff is 'not cred...
GE Aerospace is progressing towards the assembly of its XA102 adaptive cycle engine, a crucial component for the U.S. Air Force's Next Generation Adaptive Propulsion (NGAP) program. The company is currently collaborating with suppliers to procure hardware and test components in preparation for the a...
The US Space Force has selected Leonardo DRS to develop a new space sensor aimed at detecting, identifying, tracking, and targeting fast-moving threats. This initiative is part of the broader effort to enhance tactical responsiveness in space operations, particularly under the VICTUS HAZE mission fr...
The Royal Air Force (RAF) is deploying a Voyager aerial refueling jet to assist Saudi Arabia in defending against Houthi attacks from Yemen. This marks the first known international military support specifically aimed at countering the Houthi threat, which has escalated since the summer. This deplo...
This week’s episode of The Break Out features Deputy Editor Lee Ferran and Air Warfare Reporter Michael Marrow discussing key highlights from the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber conference held in National Harbor, Maryland. The conference showcased significant developments a...
The Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is set to undergo a significant security overhaul aimed at countering small drone threats. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance security across various U.S. spaceports, which are increasingly viewed as critical and busy locations that require...
VulcanForms and Specter Aerospace have announced a partnership to establish a dedicated manufacturing operation in the U.S. for airbreathing hypersonic weapons. This collaboration aims to address the significant challenge of scaling production for hypersonic systems, which include munitions, interce...
Tesla's Optimus robots will not be used to repair Starmind satellites in orbit, as confirmed by recent statements from Elon Musk. Instead, these robots are intended to assist in the construction and operation of the Terafab chip manufacturing facility in Texas. The AI1 satellites, designed to disint...
Vertex Aerospace has secured a significant contract with the US Air Force, valued at up to $500 million, to provide contractor logistic support services for the C-12 fleet. This firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract underscores the company's commitment to supporting mili...
Firefly Aerospace successfully launched the Victus Nox mission for the U.S. Space Force on the night of September 14, just 27 hours after receiving the launch order. This rapid response underscores the company's commitment to providing timely and efficient launch services for national defense purpos...
The US Air Force has awarded a contract to GE Aerospace to conduct the preliminary design review of the GE426 engine. This collaboration marks a significant step in the development of the engine, which is expected to enhance the capabilities of the Air Force's fleet. The contract highlights the USAF...
GITAI has unveiled its latest innovation, a satellite platform equipped with a robotic arm designed for on-orbit operations. This development, which showcases GITAI's commitment to advancing space technology, aims to enhance the efficiency and capabilities of satellite missions. The announcement was...
In a significant advancement for manufacturing, JAKA is revolutionizing collaborative workspaces through the integration of advanced robotics technology. The company’s focus on industrial collaborative robots (cobots) allows for safe and efficient interaction between machines and human operators, es...
Capcom's highly anticipated sci-fi action adventure game, PRAGMATA, will be available on GeForce NOW on its global launch date. Players can immerse themselves in a futuristic experience set in a cold lunar station without needing any special equipment. This release marks a significant moment for bot...
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