Friday, August 8, 2025

New panelist added - Space Based Solar Power

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Technology innovation has been fueling a variety of advanced concepts which are now finding their way to the marketplace.


One advanced concept that might be about to have "a moment" is space-based solar power.  ๐ŸŒž This concept seems to be getting some additional attention. To find out where we're at, we've assembled a group of experts to discuss the various aspects of the concept and the business case. Join us next Thursday for this live event.   


This weeks Space Minds episode that dropped yesterday was a live session recorded at the AIAA Ascend conference titled Evolution of Multi-Mission Orbital Vehicles. Jeff Foust takes the audience on a journey navigating the technical, procurement, and cultural shifts.


Next week we're recording ๐ŸŽฅ live from the SmallSat Conference from Salt Lake City with four planned episodes.


During the summer we're trying some different formats for our Space Minds podcast. But fret not, we'll still be doing some great insightful shows from events like the Small Satellite conference and the World Space Business Week. But we'll mix in a few other pods and see what you think. You can send your feedback to spaceminds@spacenews.com.


If you're interested in sponsoring webinars or Space Minds, including at the World Space Business Week and other events this fall don't hesitate to reach out to the sales team.


UPCOMING LIVE EVENT


Space Based Solar Power


As global energy demands grow space-based solar power (SBSP) may offer a compelling long-term solution. A comprehensive international assessment completed under the International Academy of Astronautics concluded that solar power satellites (SPS) could deliver continuous, large-scale electricity from orbit to Earth — unaffected by weather or time of day.


Traditional renewables and existing infrastructure alone may not be sufficient to meet the worlds energy future needs. SBSP represents a high-potential alternative: by capturing solar energy in space and transmitting it wirelessly to Earth, it can deliver uninterrupted power on a global scale.


Join us on August 14th as we explore the technical, economic and policy landscape of space-based solar power. Learn how this decades-old concept may soon become a key component of the global energy portfolio — and what steps are needed to get there.


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The Evolution of Multi-Mission Orbital Vehicles


In this episode of Space Minds, host Jeff Foust moderates the panel "Evolution of Multi-Mission Orbital Vehicles" recorded live on July 24 at the AIAA Ascend conference.


The Panelists include:


- Colonel Owen Stephens, Director of Contracting, Space Rapid Capabilities Office, U.S. Space Force
- Seth Lacy, Senior Scientist for Space Mobility and Precision Maneuver, AFRL, U.S. Space Force
- Michael Creech, VP of Strategy and Business Development, Firefly Aerospace

- Israel "Fig" Figueroa, Director of National Security Programs, Firefly Aerospace


Together, they unpack what it takes to create agile, high-delta-V spacecraft capable of fulfilling multiple operational roles in orbit—from tactical awareness to refueling, orbital transfers, and national security missions. This episode delves into the technical, procurement, and cultural shifts required to build a flexible, scalable, and responsive space ecosystem. Don't miss insights on the future of spacecraft modularity, propulsion innovations, and the real challenge: changing the mindset of space acquisition.


Includes: The full edited transcript.


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