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Despite Virgin Orbit’s Challenges, Spacetech Funding Remains Stable

Virgin Orbit, the satellite launch company founded by Sir Richard Branson, has faced several challenges in recent months. In May 2020, the company's first attempt to launch a rocket into space failed due to a malfunction in the rocket's engine. Then, in July 2020, Virgin Orbit announced that it would be laying off around 350 employees due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.Despite these setbacks, spacetech funding remains stable. In fact, according to a report by Space Capital, a venture capital firm focused on the space industry, spacetech

Stanford Retires Alpaca AI Model Due to Safety and Cost Concerns.

Stanford University has recently announced the retirement of its Alpaca AI model due to safety and cost concerns. The Alpaca AI model was designed to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases in livestock, particularly alpacas. However, after careful consideration, the university has decided to discontinue the use of this technology.One of the main reasons for the retirement of the Alpaca AI model is safety concerns. While the technology was designed to help diagnose and treat diseases in alpacas, there were concerns that it could potentially harm the animals.

Ukraine Government Expresses Displeasure with Vega C Probe

The Ukrainian government has recently expressed its displeasure with the Vega C probe, a joint venture between the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Russian space agency Roscosmos. The Vega C probe is a rocket designed to launch satellites into orbit, and it is set to launch in 2021. The Ukrainian government has raised concerns about the Vega C probe due to its close ties with Russia. Ukraine has been in a state of conflict with Russia since 2014, and the government is wary of any Russian-led projects. The Ukrainian

Astra Pinpoints Cause of Failed Rocket 3.3 Launch

On March 3rd, the Astra Rocket 3.3 launch failed to reach its intended destination. After an extensive investigation, Astra has pinpointed the cause of the failed launch. Astra's investigation revealed that the rocket's guidance system malfunctioned during the launch. The guidance system was designed to ensure the rocket stayed on its intended trajectory and reached its destination. However, due to the malfunction, the rocket veered off course and eventually crashed into the ocean. Astra has since taken steps to prevent similar malfunctions from occurring in the future. The company has

Explosion of Lyushin Il-76 Aircraft During Failed Pressure Test at Russian Factory

On April 28th, 2021, a tragic accident occurred at a Russian aircraft factory in the city of Ulyanovsk. A Lyushin Il-76 aircraft exploded during a pressure test, killing two workers and injuring four others. The Lyushin Il-76 is a four-engine turbofan strategic airlifter produced by the Russian aerospace company, Aviastar-SP. It is primarily used for military transport and aerial refueling. The aircraft that exploded was undergoing a pressure test, which is a process of testing the airworthiness of an aircraft by pressurizing its cabin to simulate flight conditions. According to

Fire Breaks Out at Marijuana Grow Facility in Willowbrook Commercial Building

On the evening of June 15th, a fire broke out at a marijuana grow facility located in a commercial building in Willowbrook, California. The fire caused significant damage to the building and forced the evacuation of the surrounding area. The fire was reported to the local fire department shortly after 8:00 pm. Firefighters arrived on the scene to find heavy smoke and flames coming from the building. They immediately began to battle the blaze and evacuate the surrounding area. It took firefighters nearly two hours to contain the fire, and