T-Minus Space Daily

In this episode, Derek Harris, Head of Business Development at Skyrora, dives into the innovative world of large-format 3D printing for space applications. He shares insights on Skyrora's cutting-edge projects, including the use of tanbium alloys that promise enhanced performance with their superior tensile strength and heat resistance. Derek emphasizes the critical role of new materials in reducing costs and weights, potentially transforming space propulsion technologies in the near future.

Germany rolls out a bold space security strategy aimed at deterring threats and boosting debris management. Canada steps up its game with a hefty $528.5 million investment in the European Space Agency to enhance R&D opportunities. PowerBank Corporation teams up with Orbit AI to create an innovative Orbital Cloud integrating cutting-edge technologies. Plus, scientists discover a new lunar crater, adding a fresh chapter to our understanding of the moon. Exciting advancements are shaping the future of space exploration!

York Space Systems files for an IPO after a major revenue jump. Ursa Major hits $600m valuation after a $100m series E. The US Space Force publishes “Vector 2025” guidance on force design and warfighting, and more.  Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. T-Minus Guest Our guest today is Michael Anderson, Co-founder & CEO of Seagate Space, talking with Maria about the unique challenges and opportunities ahead for sea-based space launches. You can connect with Michael on LinkedIn, and learn more about Seagate Space on their website.  Selected Reading Satellite firm York Space Systems reveals 59% revenue surge in US IPO filing (Reuters) Ursa Major Raises $100 Million to Scale Hypersonics, Solid Rocket Motors and Space Mobility (Ursa Major)  Aerospace Startup Ursa Major Valued at $600 Million With New Funding (Bloomberg) Space Force Vector (US Space Force)  Space Force's Vector 2025 to Guide Service Transformation (ExecutiveGov)  Leanspace raises €10 million Series A round to bring software-defined satellite operations to enterprise and institutional space programs (Leanspace) Wife of Astronaut Pleads Guilty to Falsely Alleging Crime in Space (The New York Times) Golden Dome: Loosen the gag order, and start talking (Breaking Defense) Starlab Hackathon results (LinkedIn) ICEYE sees role as Europe’s defense space-intelligence linchpin (Defense News)  2025 Prime Minister’s Space Prize for Professional Excellence (Prime Minister’s Space Prizes) Share your feedback. What do you think about T-Minus Space Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show.  Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this discussion, Patrick O'Neill, Public Affairs and Outreach Lead at the ISS U.S. National Laboratory, reveals fascinating insights about space initiatives. He talks about the impactful Genes in Space program, which allows students to conduct genetic experiments in orbit. Patrick also shares the vision behind Upward magazine, dedicated to showcasing research from the ISS National Lab. Additionally, he recounts the collaboration with Margaritaville to honor Jimmy Buffett, bringing a unique flair to space-themed fundraising efforts.

The Rebelle Rally is an eight-day, 2,500-kilometer navigation challenge across the Nevada and California deserts with no GPS, no cell phones. Competitors rely solely on analog tools like compasses, maps, and roadbooks to find hidden checkpoints and navigate unforgiving terrain. But behind the scenes, it’s a modern logistics feat made possible by satellite-powered tracking, scoring, communications, and emergency response — all delivered via Iridium’s technology. We spoke with Iridium’s COO Suzi McBride about participating and enabling this event. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alicia Siegel, a reporter for NASASpaceflight.com, dives into Blue Origin’s successful second launch of the New Glenn rocket, delivering NASA’s ESCAPADE mission. She discusses the impressive recovery of the booster and highlights the recent ULA Atlas V mission that sent the ViaSat-3 F2 satellite into orbit. The conversation takes an intriguing turn as Alicia shares insights about Space Kinetic's new DARPA contract aimed at advancing missile defense. They also explore the significance of timekeeping in space for future missions.

Voyager Technologies and Infleqtion have announced a strategic partnership to advance dual-use quantum technology in low-Earth orbit (LEO) and beyond. Xairos UK has been selected by Raymetrics and the European Space Agency (ESA) for the delivery of a Quantum Receiver for the Observatories to Optical Ground Stations project. SES and Infinite Orbits have signed an agreement for one geostationary satellite life extension mission, and more. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. T-Minus Guest Our guest today is  Dr. Saralyn Mark, MD, President of iGIANT. You can connect with Dr. Mark on LinkedIn and learn more about iGIANT on their website. Selected Reading Voyager and Infleqtion Partner to Launch Quantum Era in Space European Space Agency and Raymetrics Select Xairos as Subcontractor for ESA Project Newsflash: SES and Infinite Orbits to Collaborate in Europe’s First Commercial Life Extension Mission SES, Relativity Space Expand Multi-Launch Agreement for Terran R SFL Missions Inc. Awarded Contract for Additional GHGSat Greenhouse Gas Monitoring Microsatellites BlueOrigin.com/Live NATO, Industry and Innovators discuss Arctic space security Cooperation with Vast in the Field of Space Technologies Established A giant inflatable bag could catch asteroids and space junk- CNN  Share your feedback. What do you think about T-Minus Space Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show.  Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Intuitive Machines is set to revolutionize space data networks with Dcubed solar arrays powering their satellites. XRComm and SpinLaunch are teaming up to enhance the future of 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks through advanced AI testing. President Macron is reshaping France’s space strategy in response to growing global contention. U-Space secures 24 million euros to expand small satellite production. The Space Coast is breaking records with nearly 100 launches this year, while a significant geomagnetic storm watch is in effect.

Lieutenant Rob Sarver and Alex Gendzier are the authors of Warrior to Civilian: The Field Manual for the Hero's Journey, the definitive guide to transition to civilian life for veterans and their spouses and families. The book aims to provide actionable advice to veterans looking for work, while coaching those in hiring positions to give veterans the fair shake they deserve after serving our country. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. Share your feedback. What do you think about T-Minus Space Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show.  Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vodafone is partnering with AST SpaceMobile to establish a Europe-led satellite constellation to provide satellite-to-smartphone, direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity for commercial and government applications. Chinese commercial space company Galactic Energy said a launch mission for one of its Ceres-1 rockets failed 10 minutes after lift off. China’s Institute of Mechanics’ Sky Flight Science and Technology Centre has unveiled new in-space infrastructure, and more. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. T-Minus Guest Parker Wishik, Senior Communications Specialist at The Aerospace Corporation, is joined by Colin Macleod, Head of UK Space Regulation, UK Civil Aviation Authority, Matt Archer, Director of Launch, UK Space Agency, and David Sandy, Managing Director, The Aerospace Corporation UK Ltd. Selected Reading China's Galactic Energy says Ceres-1 rocket launch failed- Reuters China joins space factory race against US with breakthrough in inflatable module tech Vodafone, AST SpaceMobile to set up Europe-led satellite constellation- Reuters RTX's Raytheon, Avio sign MoU to establish new solid rocket motor facility in the U.S. New Glenn Mission NG-2 IonQ and the University of Chicago Sign Landmark Agreement to Establish IonQ Center for Engineering and Science to Accelerate Quantum Research and Commercialization Europe wants to make space food out of thin air and astronaut pee Share your feedback. What do you think about T-Minus Space Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show.  Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices