Mission control

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The Strategic Defense Initiative Organization has awarded two contracts for satellite launch services to two commercial launch firms as part of the Miniature Seeker Technology Integration program. International Microspace Inc received a $14.7 million contract and Orbital Sciences Corp, $12.6 million.

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Why go at all?

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Alexander Howerton's new book 'Free Space! Alternatives for Reaching Outer Space,' discusses the reasons for pursuing space programs. Although he enumerated numerous lofty reasons, Howerton concludes that economic return is the primary consideration for pursuing such programs.

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Small launchers, big crowd

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Several US rocket companies are developing small expendable launch vehicles for the commercial launch market. The companies involved and the design and performance of their products are presented and discussed.

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