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‘Historic step’ as SpaceX launches first ever nuclear-powered commercial satellite

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The use of nuclear power in satellites is not new, but it has typically been limited to government-funded missions due to the high costs and technical complexities involved. Commercial satellites, on the other hand, have usually relied on traditional solar panels or batteries for power. The launch of a nuclear-powered commercial satellite marks a significant shift in the industry, potentially enabling longer-lasting and more efficient operations in space.
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‘Historic step’ as SpaceX launches first ever nuclear-powered commercial satellite
City Labs’ BOHR satellite uses technology that has previously been the domain of state-funded scientific and military applications
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