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Sidus Space Awarded Additional Bechtel Cable Assembly Contract for Mobile Launcher 2

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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Sidus Space (NASDAQ: SIDU) (the “Company” or “Sidus”), a multi-faceted Space and Data-as-a-Service company, today announced that it has been selected by Bechtel to manufacture additional cables in support of the NASA Mobile Launcher 2 contract for the Artemis missions.

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  • Sidus Space (NASDAQ: SIDU) (the “Company” or “Sidus”), a multi-faceted Space and Data-as-a-Service company, today announced that it has been selected by Bechtel to manufacture additional cables in support of the NASA Mobile Launcher 2 contract for the Artemis missions.
  • This follows Sidus’ prior contract with Bechtel to fabricate custom cables and populate unique electronics cabinets supporting the launch control subsystem and ground special power subsystems.
  • "We are honored to extend our collaboration with Bechtel on NASA’s Mobile Launcher 2 project for the Artemis missions," said Rich Kube, Chief Production Officer at Sidus Space.
  • “This additional cable assembly contract reinforces Sidus Space's steadfast dedication to excellence in aerospace technology.

Circuit of The Americas Hosts NASA at Formula 1 USGP

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is hosting the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) during the 2023 Formula 1 Lenovo United States Grand Prix.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is hosting the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) during the 2023 Formula 1 Lenovo United States Grand Prix.
  • COTA is thrilled to host NASA during the next phase of its human space exploration mission, the Artemis program.
  • Subject matter experts from astronauts and NASA leadership will also be in attendance to answer fans’ most pressing questions.
  • "As two organizations with a presence felt around the world, but with a base right here in Texas, The Circuit is very excited to have NASA on campus at this year’s USGP.

Audubon Engineering Supports Bechtel and NASA Mobile Launcher 2 Project

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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As part of the NASA Artemis missions to return humans to the Moon, Audubon Engineering Company (Audubon) was contracted by Bechtel to deliver engineering services for Mobile Launcher 2 , the ground structure for the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft.

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  • As part of the NASA Artemis missions to return humans to the Moon, Audubon Engineering Company (Audubon) was contracted by Bechtel to deliver engineering services for Mobile Launcher 2 , the ground structure for the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft.
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    NASA Mobile Launcher 2 platform supporting Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft.
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    Audubon’s engineering scope supports Bechtel’s larger engineering, fabrication, and construction work for the NASA Mobile Launcher 2 platform.
  • Our contribution to Mobile Launcher 2 represents an opportunity for Audubon to demonstrate our engineering ingenuity and agility—and we are especially proud to support such a critical US space endeavor.”

OKSI Set to Fly SAMI to Observe OSIRIS-REx Re-entry, Following Artemis I and SpaceX Missions

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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OKSI is advancing the frontiers of space exploration, embarking on yet another collaboration with NASA & the SCIFLI team.

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  • OKSI is advancing the frontiers of space exploration, embarking on yet another collaboration with NASA & the SCIFLI team.
  • Previously, SAMI operated from a nose-mounted spherical gimbal on NASA's WB-57 aircraft to observe the Artemis I Moon Mission launch and SpaceX's Starship's first launch attempt.
  • Since the Artemis I and Starship missions, SAMI gained a UV-Visible imaging spectrometer to enhance its capabilities.
  • The integration of SAMI onto their Gulfstreams, along with tracking systems and optical-quality windows has opened doors to more flexible and responsive SAMI support for future NASA missions.

Mission Accomplished: Canoo Delivers Crew Transportation Vehicles to NASA for Artemis Missions

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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These vehicles will transport the astronauts to the launch pad for the Artemis lunar missions.

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  • These vehicles will transport the astronauts to the launch pad for the Artemis lunar missions.
  • "We are thrilled to be a part of the Artemis missions and to deliver NASA's first zero-emission built for mission crew transportation vehicles," says Tony Aquila, Chairman and CEO, Canoo.
  • The CTVs are engineered to carry fully suited astronauts, flight support crew, and equipment to the launch pad.
  • Aquila says the company looks forward to supporting NASA in being the transport vehicle for the Artemis Lunar Missions.

Object Management Group Approves SysML v2, Beta Specifications

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Monday, July 10, 2023
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BOSTON, MA, July 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, international technology standards organization Object Management Group ® (OMG®) announced it approved the Systems Modeling Language (SysML) version 2 beta specifications.

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  • BOSTON, MA, July 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, international technology standards organization Object Management Group ® (OMG®) announced it approved the Systems Modeling Language (SysML) version 2 beta specifications.
  • These include: the Kernel Modeling Language (KerML) specification version 1.0 beta , the Systems Modeling Language (SysML) specification version 2.0 beta , and the Systems Modeling Application Programming Interface (API) and Services specification version 1.0 beta .
  • We, at Dassault Systemes, through the work with the Object Management Group, are closely collaborating with the SysML Submission Team (SST) to define the specifications.
  • Vitech, Daniel Nguyen, SysML v2 Lead - “Vitech is excited for the release of the SysML v2 beta specifications and implementing it in our evolving product portfolio.

Booz Allen Hires Former NASA Head of Exploration Systems Development Tom Whitmeyer

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) announced today that Tom Whitmeyer , a long-tenured NASA senior executive, has joined the firm as an executive advisor in support of its space business.

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  • Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) announced today that Tom Whitmeyer , a long-tenured NASA senior executive, has joined the firm as an executive advisor in support of its space business.
  • Before joining Booz Allen, Whitmeyer served as the NASA deputy associate administrator in its Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate (ESDMD).
  • He provided executive leadership and cross-program integration of the Space Launch System (SLS), Orion, and Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) programs.
  • He also led the overall systems integration, program planning and control, and mission operations of the enterprise—including overseeing the design development, production, and preparation for the Artemis I mission, which Booz Allen supported.

NASA Pursues Lunar Terrain Vehicle Services for Artemis Missions

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Friday, May 26, 2023
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WASHINGTON, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA is seeking industry proposals for a next-generation LTV (Lunar Terrain Vehicle) that will allow astronauts to go farther and conduct more science than ever before as they explore the south polar region of the Moon during Artemis missions.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA is seeking industry proposals for a next-generation LTV (Lunar Terrain Vehicle) that will allow astronauts to go farther and conduct more science than ever before as they explore the south polar region of the Moon during Artemis missions.
  • Artemis astronauts will drive to explore and sample more of the lunar surface using the LTV than they could on foot.
  • Contracting services from industry partners allows NASA to leverage commercial innovation and provide the best value to U.S. taxpayers while achieving its human spaceflight scientific and exploration goals.
  • Artemis astronauts will use the LTV to traverse the lunar surface and transport scientific equipment, extending the distances they can cover on each moonwalk.

Aerojet Rocketdyne Provides RL10 Upper-Stage Rocket Engine to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and the Cox Science Center

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Two Florida attractions now have RL10 upper-stage rocket engines on display, thanks to Aerojet Rocketdyne: the new Gateway ™ : The Deep Space Launch Complex ® at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex on Merritt Island, and the Cox Science Center and Aquarium (CSCA) in West Palm Beach where the RL10 is produced.

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  • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Two Florida attractions now have RL10 upper-stage rocket engines on display, thanks to Aerojet Rocketdyne: the new Gateway ™ : The Deep Space Launch Complex ® at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex on Merritt Island, and the Cox Science Center and Aquarium (CSCA) in West Palm Beach where the RL10 is produced.
  • “The RL10 has been the nation’s premier, high-performance launch vehicle upper-stage rocket engine for nearly 60 years,” said Eileen P. Drake, Aerojet Rocketdyne CEO and president.
  • Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex tells the story of the RL10 program, which has flown more than 500 engines in space since its first successful launch in 1963.
  • “Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex, which opened in the summer of 2022, focuses on the present and future of collaborative space exploration,” said Therrin Protze, chief operating officer, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

NASA to Select Second Lunar Lander Partner for Artemis Moon Mission

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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The human landing system will take astronauts to and from Gateway in lunar orbit to the surface and back to the lunar space station as part of NASA's return to the Moon for science, exploration, and inspiration.

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  • The human landing system will take astronauts to and from Gateway in lunar orbit to the surface and back to the lunar space station as part of NASA's return to the Moon for science, exploration, and inspiration.
  • The announcement will air on NASA Television, the NASA app , and the agency's website .
  • NASA is partnering with industry providers to develop, build, test, and launch innovative and technically advanced landers for the Artemis Generation.
  • The agency already is working with SpaceX to develop landers for the Artemis III and Artemis IV missions.