Watch LIVE as SpaceX launches NASA Crew 12 to the International Space Station in low-Earth orbit from SLC-40, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. Crew 12 consists of NASA Astronauts Jack Hathaway (Commander), and Jessica Meir (Pilot), ESA Astronaut Sophie Adenot (Mission Specialist) ROSCOSMOS Cosmonaut Andrey Fedyaev (Mission Specialist). Booster B1101 on its 2nd flight on a 38 day turnaround will be landing at LZ-40, a new booster landing site constructed by SpaceX at SLC-40. C212 (Freedom) on Fli ...

Join us for LIVE coverage of SpaceX Crew 12's docking to the International Space Staton. Docking is scheduled at 3:15 p.m. EST followed by hatch opening at aprox. 5 p.m. followed by welcoming remarks #NASA #ISS #Crew12 Join our community Discord! https://discord.com/invite/xCm9UpDPE4 This coverage is made possible by our amazing community! Consider becoming a The Launch Pad Member and go behind the scenes with early video access, behind the scenes live streams and more! SUBSCRIBE to The Launch Pad! https:// ...

Fly around the world every 90 minutes with these incredible live camera views and listen to real-time stations to ground communications all from the International Space Station. #ISS #NASA #SpaceStation Join our community Discord! https://discord.com/invite/xCm9UpDPE4 This coverage is made possible by our amazing community! Consider becoming a The Launch Pad Member and go behind the scenes with early video access, behind the scenes live streams and more! SUBSCRIBE to The Launch Pad! https://www.youtube.com/ ...

Join us for LIVE coverage as we track NASA SpaceX Crew 12 on their mission to the International Space Station. #NASA #ISS #Crew12 Join our community Discord! https://discord.com/invite/xCm9UpDPE4 This coverage is made possible by our amazing community! Consider becoming a The Launch Pad Member and go behind the scenes with early video access, behind the scenes live streams and more! SUBSCRIBE to The Launch Pad! https://www.youtube.com/@TheLaunchPad SUBSCRIBE to TLP Space News! https://www.youtube.com/@thela ...

Falcon 9 will launch Dragon and @Vast’s first private astronaut mission to the @Space_Station from Florida no earlier than summer 2027 https://t.co/XySpC27cl5Vast (@vast):Vast has been selected by @NASASpaceOps for the sixth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station. Launching no earlier than summer 2027, the commercial crew will spend up to 14 days aboard the station. https://t.co/ZSm3WcwgnZ https://t.co/TEFnnqMGoP ...

Join us LIVE from NASA Kennedy Space Center in Florida as NASA conducts a surprise tanking test of the Space Launch System. NASA is currently filling SLS to approx. 25% to test the TSMU Umbilical Seal that were replaced last week ahead of the next full Wet Dress Rehearsal #NASA #ArtemisII #SLS Join our community Discord! https://discord.com/invite/xCm9UpDPE4 This coverage is made possible by our amazing community! Consider becoming a The Launch Pad Member and go behind the scenes with early video access, be ...

Core Viewpoint - Momentus Inc. has received approximately $1.9 million in payments in January 2026 for contracts with NASA and the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory's SpaceWERX organization, indicating ongoing collaboration and financial support from government entities [1]. Group 1 - The company is a U.S. commercial space firm that provides satellite buses, technologies, transportation, and various in-space services [1]. - The payments received are linked to the qualification and integration processes related to the contracts with NASA and AFRL's SpaceWERX [1].

As humans prepare for longer trips in space, NASA and researchers are trying to figure out how to protect people against the risks of prolonged travel beyond Earth. https://t.co/2zezJPniHc ...

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly state an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The thermal protection materials market is expected to have significant growth potential, particularly driven by the Starship program, with an estimated market space of $90 billion for thermal tiles and $1.17 billion for single launch losses if the production and launch targets are met [4][30][32] - The development of reusable rockets, particularly in China, is advancing rapidly, with ceramic-based materials likely to benefit first [4][60][66] Summary by Sections 1. Thermal Materials: The Core of Commercial Aerospace Thermal Protection - The development of aerospace vehicles increasingly focuses on thermal protection capabilities, which are critical for ensuring rocket recovery [12] - Thermal protection systems (TPS) must meet stringent requirements, including high-temperature resistance, oxidation resistance, lightweight design, and mechanical strength [12][18] - The market for thermal materials is expanding, with significant applications in various stages of rocket launch and recovery [18][19] 2. Overseas Secondary Rocket Reusability Accelerates Validation, Multi-layer Protection for Thermal Materials - NASA has laid the foundation for thermal tile technology, with various materials developed for different temperature tolerances [37] - The Starship's thermal protection structure combines adhesive and cover-type designs, indicating a shift towards more effective thermal protection solutions [42][46] 3. Domestic First-stage Rocket Reusability Progresses Faster, Ceramic-based Materials Benefit First - China's aerospace sector has developed a third-generation thermal material system, with significant applications in crewed spacecraft [58] - The demand for ceramic-based thermal materials is expected to grow as the country advances in reusable rocket technology [66] 4. Related Companies - Torch Electronics focuses on ceramic matrix composites, with significant revenue generation in aerospace applications [72] - Hua Qin Technology specializes in thermal resistance materials, enhancing performance in high-temperature components [73] - Zhonggang Lu Neng is a key supplier of high-end refractory materials, with strong production capabilities for ceramic-based products [74] - Beijing Lier is expanding into aerospace thermal materials, with a short investment recovery period indicating strong profitability potential [75]

WHY SPACEX IS PRIORITIZING THE MOON: IT’S THE ULTIMATE PROVING GROUND FOR MARSSpaceX isn’t shifting focus away from Mars — the Moon is the high-stakes rehearsal that dramatically increases the odds of success on the Red Planet. Elon and the team are doubling down on lunar missions because every Moon flight teaches exactly what is needed for Mars, but with far lower risk, faster turnaround, and real funding.Core reasons the Moon is priority #1 right now:• Orbital refueling must be masteredThe Moon is the fir ...