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Jul 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

A New Space Adventure: Israel's Satellite Takes Flight

SpaceX is all set to launch a special mission from Cape Canaveral, Florida. This time, they're sending up an Israeli communications satellite. The launch is planned for the early hours of July 13, at 12:31 a. m. from Launch Complex 40. This mission is called "Commercial GTO 1, " a new name for SpaceX. The satellite, named Dror-1, is built by Israel Aerospace Industr...

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Mar 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

SpaceX's Starlink Satellites: A Giant Leap for Connectivity

In the heart of Florida, a rocket soared into the night sky on a Sunday evening. This wasn't just any rocket; it was SpaceX's Falcon 9, carrying a precious cargo of 21 Starlink satellites. Among these satellites, 13 had a special feature: direct-to-cell capabilities. This means they can beam internet signals directly to cell phones, a game-changer for connectivity in...

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Mar 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Sunday Night's Rocket Show: Starlink Satellites Take Flight

SpaceX is gearing up for an exciting launch this Sunday night. The event will take place at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. This isn't just any launch. It's a mission to send 21 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. Among these satellites, 13 have a special feature: Direct to Cell capabilities. The launch is scheduled for 9:24 p. m. ET, but if th...

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Jan 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

SpaceX's Falcon 9 Rocket Takes Off and Lands Successfully

On a sunny day in Florida, SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket blasted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. As it soared, the rocket performed a clever move called a gravity turn, tilting its engines to steer it towards space while also moving horizontally. This maneuver helps the rocket avoid too much stress as it speeds up and faces strong air pressure. The rocket's ...

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Nov 14 2024TECHNOLOGY

Starlink's Big Week: 24 More Satellites Head to Space

This week has been a whirlwind for SpaceX, with a series of launches from Florida's Space Coast. Among these was a mission on Thursday that sent 24 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. The launch, postponed from its original time, finally blasted off at 8:21 a. m. from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The Falcon 9 rocket used for this mission isn't new to spa...

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