Month: October 2023

Reinventing Space Architecture with ORBlocks

 October 30, 2023 October 30, 2023

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    |   cameron margetts cameron margetts

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From the clay bricks that built the first civilizations to the glass and steel skyscrapers that define our modern landscapes, humanity’s construction prowess is a testament to our ingenuity. But as we set our sights higher—beyond our atmosphere and into space—we require new tools for this colossal task. Enter ORBlocks. In a universe where gravity […]

Space Traffic Management with the Orbital Locker

 October 30, 2023 October 30, 2023

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    |   cameron margetts cameron margetts

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In the realm of space, clutter is not merely an inconvenience—it’s a collision risk traveling at thousands of miles per hour. That’s why Orbital Locker is committed to revolutionizing space operations, not just for construction but for the overall health of our celestial commons. Our innovative Orbital Locker system aims to become a central hub […]

The Next Generation of Marketplace

 October 30, 2023 October 30, 2023

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    |   cameron margetts cameron margetts

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With burgeoning investment, endless innovation, and skyrocketing competition, the space industry is no longer the future—it’s the present. For small startups and seasoned corporations alike, the sky is not the limit, but merely the beginning. The expansion into space is poised to create an unprecedented job market and open the door for products and solutions […]

What a Simple Brick Could Mean for Us All

 October 30, 2023 October 30, 2023

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    |   cameron margetts cameron margetts

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ORBlocks are more than just construction modules; they’re building blocks for a future that, at this moment, exists only in our imaginations. As ORBlocks become more advanced, their applications will reach beyond mere construction. Could they be used to create an elevator to the upper atmosphere, connecting directly with the Skylon space plane for efficient […]

SpaceX’s Starlink Project

 October 17, 2023 October 17, 2023

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    |   cameron margetts cameron margetts

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Objective: Deploy a constellation of satellites to provide global broadband internet coverage. Methodology: Mass-produce satellites and deploy them using the reusable Falcon 9 rocket. Results: Successfully launched multiple batches of Starlink satellites and initiated beta service in select areas. Implications: Showcases the feasibility of large-scale industrial operations in orbit, especially with a focus on sustainability […]

ESA’s Space Debris Programs

 October 17, 2023 October 17, 2023

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    |   cameron margetts cameron margetts

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Objective: Research methods to clean up space debris in Earth’s orbit. Methodology: European Space Agency has been developing technologies like nets and harpoons to capture space debris.  Results: Ongoing research and testing but has yet to culminate in a full-scale operational system. Implications: Paves the way for more effective space debris management, thereby reducing risks […]

Bigelow Aerospace’s Inflatable Habitats

 October 17, 2023 October 17, 2023

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    |   cameron margetts cameron margetts

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Objective: Create expandable, inflatable habitats that can be used for space stations or even bases on other celestial bodies. Methodology: Test an inflatable habitat, known as BEAM, aboard the International Space Station to study its performance in space conditions. Results: BEAM has been successfully inflated and has been connected to the ISS since 2016, undergoing […]

Made In Space’s Archinaut

 October 17, 2023 October 17, 2023

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    |   cameron margetts cameron margetts

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Objective: Demonstrate the viability of manufacturing and assembling structures in space. Methodology: Utilize the Archinaut, a 3D printing robot, to fabricate and assemble structures in orbit. Results: Successful tests conducted on Earth have shown that Archinaut is capable of building large, complex structures. The technology is expected to be demonstrated in space in the near […]