Tesla’s supercharger network growth has slowed in the third quarter, adding only 2,800 chargers compared to over 3,000 in the same period last year. However, the company has focused on expanding its network in Texas, particularly near SpaceX’s Starbase, ensuring charging availability for visitors attending Starship launches. Despite the slowdown, Tesla remains committed to expanding its supercharger network, aiming to invest $500 million in the network this year.
A 2013 video resurfaced, highlighting a former Arianespace executive’s dismissal of SpaceX as a ‘dream seller.’ This video serves as a stark reminder of how established players can underestimate disruptive innovators. SpaceX, once doubted, has since grown to become a dominant force in the space industry, surpassing its critics with its rapid advancements and ambitious goals.
Cryptocurrencies inspired by Elon Musk’s SpaceX and its Starship rocket experienced a surge following the space transportation company’s historic test flight. While these coins are not affiliated with SpaceX, they rode the wave of excitement surrounding the event. The rise in their value highlights the potential for cryptocurrencies to be influenced by real-world events and popular brands.
SpaceX’s ambitious Starship program took a significant step forward with the successful landing of its Super Heavy booster and the splashdown of the Starship itself. This marks a major milestone in SpaceX’s plans for reusable spacecraft and could revolutionize space travel and exploration.
SpaceX has successfully completed its fifth major Starship test flight, marking a historic moment with the first-ever successful catch of the booster back at the launch tower. This achievement paves the way for SpaceX’s ambitious plans of full reusability for the Starship rocket, which will play a crucial role in future missions to the moon and Mars.
SpaceX’s Starship is set for its fifth test flight on Sunday, October 13, after receiving clearance from the FAA. The launch is expected to showcase the reusability of the Starship rocket, with the booster landing back on Earth using the launch tower’s arms. This mission is a critical step towards making space travel more affordable and enabling future lunar and Martian missions.
SpaceX is preparing for its fifth test flight of the Starship, aiming to achieve a significant milestone by catching the Super Heavy booster after it lands. The flight, initially scheduled for Sunday, October 13, has been delayed due to FAA licensing issues but is now confirmed to be launching at 8 a.m. ET. This attempt to catch the booster could revolutionize the reusability of the Starship, paving the way for its potential use in future space exploration.
SpaceX and T-Mobile have activated their Direct-to-Cell coverage using Starlink satellites to provide emergency alerts and communication capabilities for all phone users in areas affected by Hurricane Helene and Florida ahead of Hurricane Milton. The service allows sending text messages, contacting emergency services, and receiving crucial alerts, offering a lifeline for residents facing the storms.
SpaceX has shared a breathtaking image of Earth taken during the launch of the European Space Agency’s Hera mission. The image showcases the upper stage of the Falcon 9 rocket with our planet as a backdrop. Hera is a planetary defense mission aimed at analyzing the impact of NASA’s DART mission, which successfully altered the trajectory of an asteroid. This mission will provide valuable insights into asteroid composition and the effectiveness of planetary defense strategies.
SpaceX and T-Mobile have received temporary FCC authorization to provide direct-to-cell service via Starlink satellites in areas affected by Hurricane Helene. This comes after widespread communication outages due to severe flooding in North Carolina. Despite initial challenges, SpaceX is now providing emergency alerts and plans to test basic texting capabilities on the T-Mobile network in the state.
