Quantum degenerate gases such as Bose-Einstein Condensates (BECs) are key tools for ultimate precision quantum technologies in space. On earth, gravity prevents long measurement times except in experiments with prohibitively large footprints (10m), however in orbit or in deep space the chilliest terrestrial atomic clouds would take minutes to expand to a radius of 1cm which corresponds to 100km of ballistic free-fall.

The Solar System Internet (SSI) aims to provide a network-centric communication system between all classes of space assets and the ground. Additionally, for space assets, the SSI aims to provide Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) services for assets located beyond earth orbit. In parallel, the SSI will enable the next generation of space-to-ground links (e.g. Ka-band, optical). 

The PhaNi-Neutron project, conducted by the Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS,
focused on the phase and strain monitoring during the laser based direct energy deposition (DED-LB/M) of
Ni-superalloys using in-situ neutron and synchrotron diffraction techniques. The project aimed to enhance
the understanding of the solidification processes and phase evolution in additive manufacturing, specifically for the nickel superalloys IN718 and IN625.

In order to pro-actively counter the risk of a non-availability of a 240N thru

Iodine has been recognised as interesting propellant for electric propulsion applications since it allows to significantly reduce the cost and complexity of the propulsion system due to the fact that it is solid at room temperature and sublimates directly to gas at moderate temperatures. While iodine propellant has many advantages, there are also some challenges to overcome due to the fact that iodine is highly reactive.

Isar Aerospace SE (ISAR), headquartered in Ottobrunn, Germany, offers a new flexible and cost efficient European launch service using Spectrum, the in-house developed launch vehicle. The full system testing and launch experience with Spectrum is crucial in enabling fast and low-cost space access for small and medium satellites. The activity proposes high cadence services that will accelerate competitiveness and market presence, while ensuring competitive launch services by designing, building, and launching vehicles in a fully vertically integrated approach.

One current research in industrial robots is the development of mechanisms based on parallel kinematics, with flexible elements instead of rigid bars. This allows fast robots to operate close to humans or other robots, with reduced risk of damage in case of collision.Future robotic exploration will benefit from the advantages of parallel kinematics and flexibility of its elements, such advantages being notably:- For parallel kinematics: actuators can be placed inside the robot, hence protected from the environment.

The Virtual Mission Control Room (VMCR) is an attempt to free operators from the need to travel
to and stay within the same physical Mission Control Room (MCR).