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Associated Press
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Vaya Space Announces $4 Million Strategic Partnership with Velo3D to Advance Additive Manufacturing for Space Propulsion
'Velo3D offers the production readiness, material capabilities, and deep technical partnership we need to bring our vision to life and deliver flight-ready engines on schedule.'— Aaron Blankenship, Vice President of Operations at Vaya Space COCOA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 / / -- Vaya Space, a space and defense company developing breakthrough hybrid rocket systems on Florida's Space Coast, today announced a strategic partnership with Velo3D, Inc. (OTCQX: VLDX), a leader in additive manufacturing (AM) technology known for transforming aerospace and defense supply chains through world-class metal AM. The two companies have signed a $4 million, two-year Master Services Agreement (MSA) to collaborate on high-performance additive manufacturing R&D and production. Vaya Space selected Velo3D as a key strategic partner in its propulsion development roadmap. Through the agreement, Vaya Space will leverage Velo3D's Rapid Production Solution (RPS) to accelerate production of critical propulsion system components and meet key development timelines. Utilizing Velo3D's Sapphire printer platform, Vaya Space will print parts in both GRCop42—a NASA-developed copper alloy for high-heat transfer and strength—and Inconel 718, a nickel superalloy known for strength and thermal resilience in aerospace applications. Vaya currently uses the Sapphire platform to produce the world's first expander cycle hybrid rocket engine; under the agreement, the two companies will work together to optimize Sapphire's printing parameters, increasing part quality and reducing unit cost and production time. As part of the partnership, Velo3D will serve as Vaya Space's exclusive provider of GRCop42 additive components, delivering guaranteed capacity, advanced engineering support, and Flow™ software training to streamline design-to-production cycles for propulsion assemblies including nozzles, injectors, and turbopumps. The two companies will work collaboratively to produce high-quality engine components for aerospace and defense applications faster and at a lower cost than traditionally achievable. The combination of Velo's closed loop in-situ monitoring with Vaya's fuel grain and tank manufacturing processes will enable full hybrid rocket engines to be produced in days, with the ability to adjust designs and tailor performance profiles to meet the demands of any mission profile. 'Additive manufacturing plays a central role in our ability to reduce design complexity, increase performance, and scale production,' said Aaron Blankenship, Vice President of Operations at Vaya Space. 'Velo3D offers the production readiness, material capabilities, and deep technical partnership we need to bring our vision to life and deliver flight-ready engines on schedule.' 'This partnership is a powerful example of how our Rapid Production Solution helps scale complex hardware manufacturing for today's most ambitious aerospace companies,' said Dr. Arun Jeldi, CEO of Velo3D. 'By combining our capabilities in GRCop42 and Inconel 718 with deep engineering collaboration, we're helping Vaya Space achieve faster, more cost-effective production—right here in the United States.' The agreement includes a joint marketing roadmap and formal signing event at Vaya Space's testing facility in Cocoa, Florida, where one of the propulsion systems produced with Velo3D parts will be on display. About Vaya Space Vaya Space is a privately owned company based on the Space Coast and leveraging patented Vortex-Hybrid engine technology to disrupt both the Space and Defense markets. About Velo3D Velo3D is a metal 3D printing technology company. 3D printing—also known as additive manufacturing (AM)—has a unique ability to improve the way high-value metal parts are built. However, legacy metal AM has been greatly limited in its capabilities since its invention almost 30 years ago. This has prevented the technology from being used to create the most valuable and impactful parts, restricting its use to specific niches where the limitations were acceptable. Velo3D has overcome these limitations so engineers can design and print the parts they want. The company's solution unlocks a wide breadth of design freedom and enables customers in space exploration, aviation, power generation, energy, and semiconductor to innovate the future in their respective industries. Using Velo3D, these customers can now build mission-critical metal parts that were previously impossible to manufacture. The fully integrated solution includes the Flow print preparation software, the Sapphire family of printers, and the Assure quality control system—all of which are powered by Velo3D's Intelligent Fusion manufacturing process. The company delivered its first Sapphire system in 2018 and has been a strategic partner to innovators such as SpaceX, Honeywell, Honda, Chromalloy, and Lam Research. Velo3D has been named as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies for 2024. For more information, please visit or follow the company on LinkedIn or Twitter. Mary Baldino Vaya Space + 13214465905 email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook YouTube X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. 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Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Bangladesh in Sri Lanka 2025
June 17-21 1st Test, Galle (05:00 BST) 25-29 2nd Test, Colombo (SSC) (05:00 BST) July 2 1st ODI, Colombo (RPS) (d/n) (10:00 BST) 5 2nd ODI, Colombo (RPS) (d/n) (10:00 BST) 8 3rd ODI, Pallekele (d/n) (10:00 BST) Advertisement 10 1st Twenty20 international, Pallekele (d/n) (15:00 BST) 13 2nd Twenty20 international, Dambulla (d/n) (15:00 BST) 16 3rd Twenty20 international, Colombo (RPS) (d/n) (15:00 BST) NB Fixtures and start times are subject to change. The BBC is not responsible for any changes that may be made
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Engine Technology Forum Calls for Changes to California's Renewable Portfolio Standards Guidebook
Urges Inclusion of Renewable Diesel/HVO and Hydrogen for ICE Washington, D.C., June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The following statement was issued today from Allen Schaeffer, Executive Director of the Engine Technology Forum, regarding the Forum's filing to the California Energy Commission's (CEC) open docket for the tenth edition of the Renewable Portfolio Standard Guidebook: 'California's ambitious energy and climate goals demand a full range of solutions of fuels and technologies that are able to reduce carbon emissions. The California Energy Commission's proposed revisions to the Renewables Portfolio Standard (RPS) Guidebook establishes new standards of eligibility for technologies and fuels to receive renewable energy credits for power generation. 'At a time when the affordability and availability of reliable energy in California are top of mind, the CEC's proposed revisions to the RPS Guidebook fall short of maximizing opportunities to lower energy costs and increase supply. 'This is due in part to the CEC's failure to explicitly recognize Hydrogenated Vegetable Oils (HVO), also known as renewable diesel (RD), when used in power generation applications. Additionally, the CEC's consideration of the use of renewable hydrogen must be clarified to explicitly include all applications, not only fuel cells and linear generators but also hydrogen use in internal combustion engines for generators. 'Diesel generators remain a critical part of California's energy portfolio. This large, well-established fleet of installed power systems plays a vital role in providing backup power to public and private utilities, as well as critical institutions, during planned power safety shutoffs and other emergency situations. The use of hydrotreated vegetable oils in these units instead of fossil-based diesel delivers proven reductions of greenhouse gas and other emissions of at least 50-75%. These are significant reductions, and operators of these units should be eligible to generate renewable energy credits just like other power producers utilizing bio-based or alternative fuels. 'HVO/RD should receive explicit and specific recognition within the Guidebook revision for several reasons: HVO/RD is a key, proven fuel in achieving carbon reductions under California's Low Carbon Fuel Standard program, with renewable diesel now accounting for more than 70% of all diesel fuel used in the state. HVO/RD offers superior affordability compared to other low-carbon technologies – an especially important factor as energy costs continue to rise in California. There is widespread acceptance of HVO/RD among engine manufacturers and end users, particularly those deploying generator-based power systems across California. The refining sector is making significant investments to expand production of HVO/RD. HVO/RD offers a proven, immediately available solution to help California meet its greenhouse gas reduction commitments. 'In addition, the Guidebook Revision should clarify and explicitly recognize all applications to produce electricity using renewable hydrogen, from fuel cells and linear generators to internal combustion engines. Engine manufacturers are developing and starting to deploy hydrogen-fueled internal combustion engines today in limited heavy-duty on and off-road applications. The use of renewable hydrogen offers another important option for hard-to-decarbonize sectors of the economy such as power generation.' The Forum's comments filed with the California Energy Commission can be found here. About the Engine Technology ForumFounded on the principles of fact-based education, science, outreach and collaboration, the Engine Technology Forum is dedicated to promoting a greater understanding of the benefits of advanced engines and the fuels that they use, as well as how these contribute to a sustainable future. Sign up for our digital newsletter and connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. CONTACT: Allen Schaeffer Engine Technology Forum 3015149046 aschaeffer@
Sydney Morning Herald
04-06-2025
- General
- Sydney Morning Herald
Bribie Island report blames human activity for accelerating erosion
The Queensland government has released the first stage of a much-anticipated review into erosion on Bribie Island, finding human activity has sped up natural coastal reshaping. The review, led by coastal engineering experts RPS and International Coastal Management, gathered data from more than 200 historical and technical sources. It reported that the period of 'significant' human impact spanned roughly 250 years and coincided with increased settlement around Brisbane. Bribie Island, at the north edge of Moreton Bay, was first split in 2022 amid rough surf brought on by ex-tropical cyclone Seth. Loading Water broke through in two more places this year, when ex-tropical cyclone Alfred hovered off the south-east for several days. Locals had been calling for action over the 'highly dynamic' Pumicestone Passage, which runs between the island and the mainland, for several decades as changing tidal flows thinned and almost closed up sections of the waterway several times over the past century. The report notes that parts of Moreton Bay have been dredged for navigational access since before 1865. Other practices described as 'relatively impactful' were logging and farming in the Pumicestone Passage catchment, and clearing mangroves and hunting dugongs in the bay itself.
The Age
04-06-2025
- General
- The Age
Bribie Island report blames human activity for accelerating erosion
The Queensland government has released the first stage of a much-anticipated review into erosion on Bribie Island, finding human activity has sped up natural coastal reshaping. The review, led by coastal engineering experts RPS and International Coastal Management, gathered data from more than 200 historical and technical sources. It reported that the period of 'significant' human impact spanned roughly 250 years and coincided with increased settlement around Brisbane. Bribie Island, at the north edge of Moreton Bay, was first split in 2022 amid rough surf brought on by ex-tropical cyclone Seth. Loading Water broke through in two more places this year, when ex-tropical cyclone Alfred hovered off the south-east for several days. Locals had been calling for action over the 'highly dynamic' Pumicestone Passage, which runs between the island and the mainland, for several decades as changing tidal flows thinned and almost closed up sections of the waterway several times over the past century. The report notes that parts of Moreton Bay have been dredged for navigational access since before 1865. Other practices described as 'relatively impactful' were logging and farming in the Pumicestone Passage catchment, and clearing mangroves and hunting dugongs in the bay itself.
