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Blue Origin to build Mars telecommunications network for NASA

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Blue Origin has secured a contract with NASA to develop a telecommunications network on Mars. The deal, valued at up to $700 million, requires Blue Origin to deliver a high-performance Mars telecommunications orbiter by December 31, 2028. This network will be crucial for transmitting various data, including science data and mission communications, from Mars back to Earth, supporting NASA's long-term goals for Martian exploration and the Artemis program. AI

RANK_REASON Major contract award to a significant private space company for a key component of future space exploration. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Blue Origin to build Mars telecommunications network for NASA

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Anna Washenko) ·

    Blue Origin wins NASA contract for telecommunications on Mars

    The company will create a high-performance Mars telecommunications orbiter for NASA by December 31, 2028

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