The Alpha small-lift launch vehicle is the first rocket powered by a tap-off cycle to reach orbit and is also the first in a bevy of new rockets in the 1,000 kg to LEO / 745 kg to SSO class, with Terran 1, Miura 5, and RS-1 all on the way. Onboard were educational and tech demonstration cubesats and an open source PicoBus deployer ( source) from Libra Space Foundation which carries tiny PocketQube satellites from them (satellite tracking), FOSSA Systems (IoT), and AMSAT-EA (amateur radio). The 3am launch from Vandenberg was visible up and down the California coast. After its dramatic launch failure a year ago, and a last-second T-0 launch abort (after ignition) a few days ago, Firefly Aerospace’s Alpha rocket has now reached orbit. Xometry also does a great job with custom CNC machining, 3D printing, injection molding, and more. Their sheet cutting capabilities are comprehensive and cost effective, and they are both AS9100D certified and ITAR registered. ¶ ‹Sponsored› Xometry offers instant quotes (and nearly instant production) on a wide range of laser cut parts, from acrylic to 6061 to stainless steel.
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