Aerospace
South Korea's fourth Nuri rocket launch succeeds, main satellite contacts
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South Korea's homegrown Nuri rocket successfully launched from Naro Space Center early on November 27. Carrying 13 satellites, it reached the target altitude of 600 km and deployed them, with the main satellite CAS500-3 establishing communication with King Sejong Station in Antarctica. The mission marks a shift toward private sector-led space development.
New JAXA analysis of the December 22, 2025, H3 Rocket No. 8 failure—initially blamed on second-stage engine trouble—reveals a novel issue: the 5-ton Michibiki No. 5 navigation satellite separated prematurely during payload fairing jettison shortly after liftoff from Tanegashima Island.
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Blue Origin has announced that its next New Glenn rocket launch will reuse a booster from a recent mission, marking a rapid turnaround in orbital rocket reuse. The NG-3 mission, set for no earlier than late February, will deploy a communications satellite for AST SpaceMobile from Cape Canaveral. This follows the successful NG-2 flight in November and highlights the company's progress toward faster launch cadences.
SpaceX's Booster 18, the first of its third-generation Super Heavy boosters, suffered significant damage during early testing at a site near Starbase, Texas. The incident occurred early on Friday morning, halting the initial phases of cryogenic propellant loading and pressurization tests. This setback comes as the company aims to accelerate Starship development for key missions.
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One week after its second successful New Glenn launch, Blue Origin revealed plans for rocket enhancements, including a super-heavy lift variant. The upgrades aim to boost payload capacity and reliability. The company outlined phased improvements starting with the next launch in 2026.
New Pentagon contract data indicates that the development of United Launch Alliance's Vulcan rocket is becoming more expensive. Figures reveal increased funding requirements for the program. This comes amid ongoing efforts to certify the rocket for national security launches.
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A team of engineers has created a new composite material that repairs itself under high temperatures and mechanical stress. This breakthrough, announced on October 3, 2025, could transform industries like aerospace and manufacturing. The innovation addresses long-standing challenges in material durability.
China's reusable rocket ambitions hit second snag this month
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