ISRU

PowerLight Technologies to Provide Power Beaming Expertise, Solutions and Support as part of the DARPA Lunar Architecture (LunA-10) Power Energy Transmission Infrastructure Initiative

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

PowerLight Technologies , the leading developer of commercially viable, safe, long-distance wireless power beaming solutions for kilowatt class power levels over kilometers of distance, will deliver the critical wireless power beaming expertise, solutions and support for the development of lunar power infrastructure, as part of Blue Origin’s award under the DARPA Lunar Architecture (LunA-10) initiative.

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  • PowerLight Technologies , the leading developer of commercially viable, safe, long-distance wireless power beaming solutions for kilowatt class power levels over kilometers of distance, will deliver the critical wireless power beaming expertise, solutions and support for the development of lunar power infrastructure, as part of Blue Origin’s award under the DARPA Lunar Architecture (LunA-10) initiative.
  • DARPA had previously selected 14 companies, including Blue Origin, to design new integrated system-level solutions that span multiple lunar services.
  • PowerLight Technologies is teamed with Blue Origin on the scalable surface power infrastructure solution that includes generation and transmission of megawatts of electricity utilizing lunar sourced materials and wireless power beaming.
  • PowerLight Technologies, to date the only company who has developed and demonstrated commercially viable, safe wireless power beaming over long distances, has an enviable market position.

Sierra Space Secures DARPA Contract for Lunar Oxygen Extraction Framework for LunA-10 Capability Study

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231204227282/en/
    Under a new contract with DARPA, Sierra Space will embark on a groundbreaking research and development initiative, the 10-Year Lunar Architecture (LunA-10) capability study.
  • Sierra Space will focus on integrating oxygen extraction, electrical storage and hydrogen-oxygen engine technology into an architecture for a commercial lunar infrastructure concept.
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    Under this contract, Sierra Space will embark on a groundbreaking research and development initiative, the 10-Year Lunar Architecture (LunA-10) capability study.
  • Sierra Space will focus on integrating oxygen extraction, electrical storage and hydrogen-oxygen engine technology into an architecture for a commercial lunar infrastructure concept.

NGen Launches New Moonshot for Mining, Minerals and Manufacturing Program

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

HAMILTON, Ontario, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) has launched its Moonshot 4 Mining, Minerals and Manufacturing (M4M3) initiative, a $5.5M program designed to support the development of novel In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) solutions for mining, minerals and manufacturing for both lunar and terrestrial environments.

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  • HAMILTON, Ontario, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) has launched its Moonshot 4 Mining, Minerals and Manufacturing (M4M3) initiative, a $5.5M program designed to support the development of novel In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) solutions for mining, minerals and manufacturing for both lunar and terrestrial environments.
  • These innovations will have direct and positive impacts on environmental sustainability, productivity, talent and job creation in Canada’s mining, energy, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
  • Manufacturing: Advanced manufacturing prototypes of tools and equipment that could support lunar ISRU.
  • “NGen wants to draw on Canada’s expertise in space and advanced manufacturing technologies to build world-leading solutions for lunar resource development while contributing to the competitiveness of Canada’s critical manufacturing and mining sectors.

Canadian Space Mining Corporation (CSMC) Welcomes Distinguished NASA Astronaut & Geophysicist Andrew J. Feustel (PH.D.) to its Team

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

TORONTO, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - The Canadian Space Mining Corporation (CSMC) is thrilled to announce the newest addition to its world class team: Dr. Andrew J.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - The Canadian Space Mining Corporation (CSMC) is thrilled to announce the newest addition to its world class team: Dr. Andrew J.
  • This strategic hiring marks a significant milestone for CSMC as it strengthens its position at the forefront of space exploration and infrastructure development.
  • Dr. Feustel has joined the core team as the Executive Vice President of Strategy for the rapidly expanding organization.
  • Daniel Sax, CEO of CSMC, expressed great excitement about the collaboration, stating: "We are honoured to have Drew join our team.

OffWorld Europe and Luxembourg Space Agency Collaborate in New Lunar ISRU Exploration Program

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

OffWorld Europe and the Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA) have recently signed a pivotal agreement to launch a comprehensive, multi-year development program for an In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) processing system focused on ice resources.

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  • OffWorld Europe and the Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA) have recently signed a pivotal agreement to launch a comprehensive, multi-year development program for an In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) processing system focused on ice resources.
  • The program is already underway, and the first demonstration mission on the lunar surface is slated for 2027.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230418006222/en/
    OffWorld Europe and Luxembourg Space Agency Collaborate in New Lunar ISRU Exploration Program (Photo: Business Wire)
    OffWorld's state-of-the-art swarm robotic systems will be utilized to transport the processing modules into a permanently shadowed region on the lunar surface where water ice is thought to form and accumulate.
  • By working with the Luxembourg Space Agency and the European Space Agency, we are advancing in-situ resource utilization technologies and reinforcing Luxembourg’s position in the global space ecosystem."

EPE & Lunar Outpost Oceania Consortium Selected to Participate in the Australian Space Agency’s Moon to Mars Trailblazer Initiative, Expanding International Space Relationship between US and Australia

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Monday, March 20, 2023

The Moon to Mars Trailblazer Initiative seeks to progress Australian space exploration with remotely operated and autonomous Australian robotic lunar assets.

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  • The Moon to Mars Trailblazer Initiative seeks to progress Australian space exploration with remotely operated and autonomous Australian robotic lunar assets.
  • The EPE & Lunar Outpost Oceania Consortium aim to be selected for Stage 2 of the Initiative and delivery by NASA of an Australian lunar rover to the Moon.
  • The EPE & Lunar Outpost Oceania Consortium, together with the Australian Space Agency, will connect highly capable and motivated space professionals in Australia with opportunities to leverage leading mining and mineral extraction capabilities.
  • The EPE & Lunar Outpost Oceania Consortium is fortified with depth and expertise from Consortium Partners.

NASA Selects Pioneer Astronautics to Test Dust Repellent Coating for Lunar Surface Missions

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

LAKEWOOD, Colo., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pioneer Astronautics, powered by Voyager Space (Voyager), today announced the company has entered into a Space Act Agreement with NASA to test the effectiveness of Clear Dust Repellent Coating (CDRC) technology on an upcoming Lunar mission.

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  • LAKEWOOD, Colo., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pioneer Astronautics, powered by Voyager Space (Voyager), today announced the company has entered into a Space Act Agreement with NASA to test the effectiveness of Clear Dust Repellent Coating (CDRC) technology on an upcoming Lunar mission.
  • "Dust mitigation is a critical challenge facing both private and public lunar surface missions," said Dr. Robert Zubrin, President, Pioneer Astronautics.
  • "This partnership with NASA provides a unique opportunity to test our dust repellent technology under real space conditions, providing critical data for the continued development of this technology to support further lunar exploration and future habitation."
  • As part of this Space Act Agreement, Pioneer Astronautics will apply the coating to the outer surface of an existing EVA suit.

Arthur D. Little Joins Lunar Economic Development Organisation EURO2MOON

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Arthur D. Little (ADL) today announced its membership of EURO2MOON, a non-profit organisation created to promote responsible use of the Moons natural resources, while accelerating the cis-lunar economy across Europe.

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  • Arthur D. Little (ADL) today announced its membership of EURO2MOON, a non-profit organisation created to promote responsible use of the Moons natural resources, while accelerating the cis-lunar economy across Europe.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220928005552/en/
    Arthur D. Little today announced its membership of EURO2MOON, a non-profit organisation created to promote responsible use of the Moons natural resources, while accelerating the cis-lunar economy across Europe.
  • It will focus on the exploration of the lunar surface and the utilisation of its resources in a commercial but sustainable way.
  • ADL is proud to be a member of EURO2MOON, which is committed to building a future united by the same ambition.

Canadian Space Mining Corporation (CSMC) Exhibiting at Booth 2630, PDAC 2022 Convention in Toronto, June 13-15

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Friday, June 10, 2022

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - June 10, 2022) - Canadian Space Mining Corporation (CSMC) invites you to visit them at Booth #2630 at The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Convention (PDAC) at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) on Monday, June 13, to Wednesday June 15, 2022.

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  • Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - June 10, 2022) - Canadian Space Mining Corporation (CSMC) invites you to visit them at Booth #2630 at The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Convention (PDAC) at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) on Monday, June 13, to Wednesday June 15, 2022.
  • The Canadian Space Mining Corporation will be exhibiting at PDAC for the first time.
  • Founded in 2020, The Canadian Space Mining Corporation is a lunar resource company focused on creating the infrastructure to support life in space.
  • From advanced machinery, to off-planet oxygen generation and AI, The Canadian Space Mining Corporation provides critical resources to facilitate the next generation of space exploration.

Purchase an NFT to send cargo to the Moon…IRL

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Friday, February 25, 2022

Copernic Space and Lunar Outpost have launched the Private Sale portion of the first-ever tokenized space payload sale.

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  • Copernic Space and Lunar Outpost have launched the Private Sale portion of the first-ever tokenized space payload sale.
  • Hosted on the Copernic Space platform, the private sale enables companies and individuals to purchase space in Lunar Outposts M1 MAPP Rover and send their cargo on it to the Moon in late 2022 by acquiring a tradable NFT(Non-Fungible Token).
  • In this case, not only the purchase itself but also the method of purchase is important.
  • From payload space to venture tokens, Copernic Space is the marketplace to buy, sell, and manage space assets.