My previous post about Apple might be a bit space aged for some, so I thought I'd turn briefly to the business section for other news. Today's launch (no pun) of the new IS3C space suit from Orbital Outfitters caught my eye. I suppose the high visibility colour has something to do with it. I'm intrigued that for something so 'high tech' it looks a little bit like something one would make for a carnival procession. I'm told these can be hired though, which I suppose implies a great deal of confidence from the providers that they will be used for two way trips.
In true wild west frontiers terms, the main action around space travel is in the 'new space' sector of business, but its notable that some of the early companies like Alliant Techsystems (NYSE: ATK) seem to be providing capabilities which have sort of defence related implications.
I suppose its best to be safe up there.
Technorati Tags: rashbre, orbital, outfitters, space, suits, IS3C, new+space, newspace
No comments:
Post a Comment