DARPA begins testing phase for in-orbit space construction
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DARPA's NOM4D program is advancing to orbital demonstrations, testing new materials and assembly techniques for large-scale space structures. In 2026, Caltech will construct a 1.4-meter truss in orbit, while the University of Illinois will demonstrate composite-forming on the ISS, potentially enabling 100-meter antennas and other space infrastructure.
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