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SpaceX just launched the 1st-ever nuclear-powered commercial satellite

SpaceX has deployed the first-ever commercial nuclear-powered satellite as part of its Transporter-17 mission.

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The brief

SpaceX has launched the world's first commercial nuclear-powered satellite. The spacecraft was delivered via the Transporter-17 mission, which also marked a milestone of 1,800 payloads for the company.

Coverage from Tech Times, ZME Science, and Space emphasizes the historic nature of the nuclear-powered CubeSat. Florida Today reports that the spacecraft was developed by a Florida-based company.

Future developments center on the performance of the first commercial nuclear spacecraft following its deployment via the SpaceX rocket.

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Quick answers

What mission carried the nuclear satellite?

The satellite was delivered as part of the SpaceX Transporter-17 mission.

Who developed the spacecraft?

According to Florida Today, the first commercial nuclear spacecraft was developed by a Florida company.

What other milestone did SpaceX achieve during this launch?

Tech Times reports that the mission reached a 1,800-payload milestone.

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SpaceX Transporter-17 Nuclear Power CubeSat Florida

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