#Apollo Applications Program

[lonestarflight]

Utilization of current hardware for Apollo Applications program, including the Dry Workshop (aka Skylab) and extended Apollo missions to Earth orbit and the moon.

Date: October 14, 1969

NASA ID: 69-H-1901 (aka NASA HQ MR69-6334)

[lonestarbattleship]

Martin Titan III-L

"The Titan III-L series was a Martin Marietta concept (late 1960’s into early 1970’s) for a heavy lift derivative of the Titan IIIC launch vehicle. The core would be increased in diameter from 10 feet to 15, and the number of liquid propellant rocket engines increased from two to four. Additionally, the vehicle could be given two, four or six solid rocket motors (Titan III-L2, Titan III-L4, Titan III-L6). The Titan III-L6 concept was considered as a first stage booster for the Space Shuttle.

The Titan III-L2 had enough lift capacity to launch an Apollo-derived capsule and service module, providing an alternative to the Saturn IB for space station logistics and crew transfer."

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[theoutcastrogue]

WHY DIGITIZE CULTURAL HERITAGE, AND FOR WHOM?

Many museums around the world make high-quality 3D scans of important artwork and ancient artifacts in their collections. Several forward-thinking organizations freely share their 3D scans, allowing the public to view, copy, adapt, and experiment with the underlying works in ways that have never before been possible.

Anyone in the world with an internet connection can view, interact with, and download the British Museum’s 3D scan of the Rosetta Stone, for example. The public can freely access hundreds of scans of classical sculpture from the National Gallery of Denmark, and visitors to the Smithsonian’s website can view, navigate, and freely download thousands of high-quality scans of artifacts ranging from dinosaur fossils to the Apollo 11 space capsule.

With access to digitizations like these, artists can rework and incorporate our common cultural heritage into new works, such as films, video games, virtual reality, clothing, architecture, sculpture, and more. Researchers and educators can use 3D scans to further our understanding of the arts, and the art-loving public can use them to appreciate, study, and even replicate beloved works in new ways that are not possible within the confines of a museum or with the original works. [...]

Unfortunately, some ostensibly public-spirited organizations do keep their 3D scans hidden. I’ve been trying to help them see the light. Beginning in 2017 I spent three years using German freedom of information law to successfully pressure the Egyptian Museum of Berlin to release its 3D scan of its most prized possession and national treasure, the 3,000 year-old Bust of Nefertiti. Since then I’ve turned my attention to the digital treasures being hoarded by taxpayer funded institutions in France.

The Louvre, for example, will not allow the public to access its ultra-high quality 3D scan of Winged Victory, the Nike of Samothrace, despite its aggressive public and corporate fundraising campaign to digitize the iconic Greek sculpture. Nor its scan of Venus de Milo.

The French Ministry of Culture’s Réunion des musées nationaux (RMN) receives tens of millions of dollars anually in public subsidies to provide services to French national museums. [...] RMN advertises its scans’ availability to the public, which makes for great PR, but its ads are false. In fact, RMN has a strict look-but-don’t-touch policy for its 3D scans and absolutely refuses to allow the public to access them directly. My own investigation has revealed that, in private, RMN admits it won’t release its scans because it wants to protect its gift shops’ sales revenue from competition from the public making their own replicas. For practical applications and creative potential, and direct value to the public, it is as though these scans simply do not exist.

And then there is the Rodin Museum. Founded in 1917 shortly after the death of famed sculptor Auguste Rodin, le musée Rodin is a state-run administrative agency and an arm of the Ministry of Culture. It has a legally mandated mission to preserve, study, enhance and disseminate Rodin’s works, all of which have been in the public domain since their copyrights expired decades ago. Even though musée Rodin never passes up an opportunity to remind the public that it is France’s sole “self-funded” national museum, it sought and obtained direct public funding from the Ministry of Culture’s national digitization program, and in 2010 as part of its public service mission began 3D scanning its collection with the stated purpose of publishing the results.

Fourteen years later, musée Rodin’s scans have not been shared with the public. [keep reading]

- Cosmo Venman

The Baltimore Museum of Art’s unpublished 3D scan of The Thinker.

[apollosgiftofprophecy]

Wait. Math logic is second year of college? Wait. Wait. Wait. I’m actually dumbfounded. Ridiculed. Gobsmacked.

Long story short, in my quaint little southern town the schools had this “intense, mathematically focused” summer program going on with the colleges nearby. 30 students would be chosen from all the middle schools (there were 5 or 6 so 5 or 6 kids were chosen from every middle school) based on resumes and essays on why they should be chosen. They had us compete for it. And me, being thrust into a classroom of about four others at the time routinely every week as a gifted child holding promise, was basically told “You are expected to sign up for this.” So I did. And I got a spot. So summer rolls around, and this thing is for like four years, alright? Four summers. Each summer is different. But that first summer for first years, you guessed it, included math logic. I was in 6th grade at the time. Learning math logic. They didn’t even introduce it as a lesson. In the middle of summer they gave us a test, and we had tests basically every other day to record our progress, but the second half of this particular test had graphs of carrots and p’s and q’s and squiggly lines. After, our professor went “Haha, you weren’t expecting that, were you?” NO. No, sir, I wasn’t. Then I checked the packet they handed us at the beginning of the summer, and there it was: Year 1. Logic and its Applications to Mathematics. Oh, goody. (Conveniently right before Introduction to Engineering.) Then for the rest of my high school years I never saw it come up in its full form. It was maybe teased once or twice. If that isn’t enough to figure out what the rest of the three summers was like, good. (Year 2 was Physics-based. Year 3 computer science and computer engineering based. Year 4 was straight up a well-oiled machine of the 9 nine rings of hell. Fun. Somehow.)

I love casually nerd Apollo, anyway. Makes me feel it all wasn’t for nothing when I nonchalantly bring something up in conversation and see them remember before my eyes that I was a child genius of some sort. <3

(For reference, this is referring to this post lmao)

I'm starting to think my school was either behind on math education or everyone else is put ahead lmao

NERD APOLLOOOOOOO

[anumberofhobbies]

Just ordered this after having added it to wish list last year. Insomnia, pain, it was the perfect time to order a book with money I really needed to save for the upcoming heating bill. ;D But, hey, book was about 20% off, got free shipping, and there was a seven dollar gift card balance I didn't know I had that amazon applied to it. I'm going to call it a wise order. ;D

Nuclear Rockets: To the Moon and Mars Paperback – April 16, 2023 by Manfred "Dutch" von Ehrenfried (Author) 4.0 out of 5 stars   (2) See all formats and editions So why is NASA refocusing its efforts on Nuclear Thermal Propulsion now, when chemical propulsion is so well established for human spaceflight? The reason is that future proposed flights are getting much longer and studies have shown that long-duration, weightless spaceflight has a lot of deleterious effects on the human body. When considering a flight to Mars takes a minimum of 2-3 years roundtrip, anything we can do to shorten the total mission time is highly desirable; if not mandatory. The longer the mission, the more exposure to galactic cosmic radiation, solar particles and coronal mass ejections, medical problems, and potential emergencies. A first-generation nuclear cryogenic propulsion system could propel human explorers to Mars more efficiently than conventional spacecraft, reducing the crews' exposure to harmful space radiation and other effects of long-term space missions. It could also transport heavy cargo and science payloads. A nuclear rocket engine uses a nuclear reactor to heat hydrogen to very high temperatures, which expands through a nozzle to generate thrust. Nuclear rocket engines generate higher thrust and are more than twice as efficient as conventional chemical rocket engines; just what’s needed for the crew to better survive the long-duration missions to Mars. In 1959, NASA replaced the Air Force in the development of the nuclear rocket and the mission changed from a nuclear missile to a nuclear rocket for long-duration space flight.  Working with the DOE National Laboratories they worked on various research projects for 17 years including the Rover, NERVA, Kiwi, Pewee, and Phoebus rockets. In the late 1960s, the rising cost of the Vietnam War put increased pressure on budgets. It was determined that the Apollo program did not need nuclear rockets. Over the years, Congress support for the nuclear thermal propulsion projects including the Saturn upper stage, lunar and Mars missions, and the "Grand Tour" of the Solar System waned; nuclear rocket efforts were canceled in 1973. Now, there is renewed interest in picking up from those early efforts to produce nuclear rockets using state-of-the-art technology for deep space missions. NASA, DOD, and DARPA have teamed up to let contracts to many aerospace companies in order to define the best designs for nuclear thermal propulsion and nuclear fission power for surface energy applications. This book covers the past and present efforts that will lead to supporting near future cis-lunar and Mars missions. " Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (April 16, 2023) Language ‏ : ‎ English Paperback ‏ : ‎ 270 pages ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8377421252 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.22 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.69 x 0.64 x 9.61 inches

[spacetimewithstuartgary]

SwRI is sending its first instrument to the lunar surface to survey the Moon’s interior

LMS instrument aboard the Blue Ghost Lander heading to Mare Crisium in early 2025

Through NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative, Southwest Research Institute developed the Lunar Magnetotelluric Sounder (LMS) to characterize the structure and composition of the Moon’s mantle by measuring electric and magnetic fields. The LMS instrument — manifested on the Blue Ghost lunar lander developed by Firefly Aerospace and targeted to launch on January 15, 2025 — will be the first SwRI instrument to touch the lunar surface. “For more than 50 years, scientists have used magnetotellurics on Earth for a wide variety of purposes, including to find oil, water, geothermal and mineral resources as well as to understand geologic processes such as the growth of continents,” said SwRI’s Dr. Robert Grimm, principal investigator of LMS. “The LMS instrument will be the first extraterrestrial application of magnetotellurics. NASA’s Artemis program is developing a series of increasingly complex missions to ultimately build a sustained human presence at the Moon for decades to come. To support these goals, LMS is part of a 14-day lunar lander mission to help understand the Moon’s subsurface in a previously unexplored location. Mare Crisium is an ancient, 350-mile-diameter impact basin that subsequently filled with lava, creating a dark spot visible to the naked eye on the Moon. Early astronomers who dubbed dark spots on the moon “maria,” Latin for seas, mistook them for actual seas. Mare Crisium stands apart from the large, connected areas of dark lava to the west where most of the Apollo missions landed. These vast, linked lava plains are now thought to be compositionally and structurally anomalous with respect to the rest of the Moon. From this separate vantage point, LMS may provide the first geophysical measurements representative of most of the Moon. Magnetotellurics uses natural variations in surface electric and magnetic fields to calculate how easily electricity flows in subsurface materials, which can reveal their composition and structure. LMS will allow scientists to probe the interior of the Moon to depths up to 700 miles or two-thirds of the lunar radius. The measurements will shed light on the material differentiation and thermal history of our Moon, a cornerstone to understanding the evolution of solid worlds. The LMS instrument ejects cables with electrodes at 90-degree angles to each other and distances up to 60 feet. The instrument measures voltages across opposite pairs of electrodes, much like the probes of a conventional voltmeter. The magnetometer is deployed via an extendable mast to reduce interference from the lander. The method reveals a vertical profile of the electrical conductivity, providing insight into the temperature and composition of the penetrated materials in the lunar interior. “The five individual subsystems of LMS, together with connecting cables, weigh about 14 pounds and consume about 11 watts of power,” Grimm said. “While stowed, each electrode is surrounded by a ‘yarn ball’ of cable, so the assembly is roughly spherical and the size of a softball.” The LMS payload was funded for delivery to the lunar surface through NASA’s CLPS initiative. SwRI designed the instrument, built the electronics box and leads the science investigation. Goddard Space Flight Center provided the LMS magnetometer to measure the magnetic fields, and Heliospace Corp. provided the magnetometer mast and four electrodes used to measure the electrical fields. Under the CLPS model, NASA is investing in commercial delivery services to the Moon to enable industry growth and support long-term lunar exploration. As a primary customer for CLPS deliveries, NASA aims to be one of many customers on future flights. NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, manages the development of seven of the 10 CLPS payloads carried on Firefly’s Blue Ghost lunar lander.

TOP IMAGE: From within the Mare Crisium impact basin, the SwRI-led Lunar Magnetotelluric Sounder (LMS) may provide the first geophysical measurements representative of the bulk of the Moon. Most of the Apollo missions landed in the region of linked maria to the west (left image), whose crust was later shown to be compositionally distinct (right image) as exemplified by the concentration of the element thorium. Mare Crisium provides a smooth landing site on the near side of the Moon outside of this anomalous region. Credit NASA

LOWER IMAGE: LMSwRI led the development of the LMS instrument for the Mare Crisium lander mission, which includes (from left) a magnetometer, a central electronics box and four spring-launched electrodes. Credit Southwest Research Institute

[synthy-sizer]

The interior of the rocket is instantly disconcerting. The entire thing is turned sideways. You can see several rows of seats extending downwards. The backs of the seats are against a wall, which houses a hefty-looking DOOR. There are rungs built into the wall that would allow you to climb down safely. Above you is an array of CRT MONITORS covering most of the wall.

Look around>

The lights are warm and dim, something much more comforting than the concerning red that bathes most of the Apollo facilities. The interior is made of glossy, smooth plastic and even has carpeted floors. You're surprised by the level of comfort it prioritizes. There also appears to be a communications TERMINAL next to the ladder.

Go to door>

You climb down the ladder and walk on the "wall", then lean down and examine the door. It has a large WHEEL on it.

Turn wheel>

You crank the wheel and pull. The door swings open. Looks like it was designed to keep the air inside in case of a breach. That's a smart safety feature. You look down at the room below. It's all empty racks and shelves, abandoned straps and hooks, and slots on the floor. It looks like it was designed to keep luggage and supplies secure. You close the door behind you and turn the handle back. There doesn't seem like any reason to keep it open.

Look at monitors>

You climb back up and look at the monitors. You recall that you never saw any windows on the rocket when you looked at it from the outside. Maybe the monitors are what let you see the outside?

Look at terminal>

The only familiar thing on the terminal is the INSTANT MESSENGER. There's also a program called STARTUP. You could probably use Heresy's advice now.

Talk to Heresy>

[HERESY is ONLINE]

Luna1: Hi Heresy.

Heresy: I see you made it to the rocket.

Luna1: Yeah, I did.

Luna1: But I don't know how to launch it.

Luna1: There's no obvious launch button.

Heresy: Those rockets were surprisingly autonomous and automated.

Heresy: They used a computer to run it.

Heresy: I should be able to help you launch.

Luna1: This seems kinda dangerous…

Heresy: You'll be ok, Sofia.

Heresy: Nothing can happen to you.

Heresy: I promise.

Luna1: Ok….

Luna1: So what do I do?

Heresy: Make sure the doors are closed and buckle yourself in.

Heresy: The terminal should have a few options for starting up the monitors and putting it in launch mode.

Heresy: Once you set those things up I can start it from my side.

You minimize the messenger. It sounds like Heresy was talking about the STARTUP program.

Use startup>

You double-click the application and it opens. The screen lights up with a flashy UI which features a short list of BUTTONS. They read monitors, safety check, and launch mode.

Use buttons>

You click every button in turn. The monitors start to whine and turn on soon after, displaying a clear view of the sky from the rocket's position on the launchpad. The cameras must be on the nose of the ship. When you click the safety check, a diagnostic program starts running and a loading bar appears. You barely even see it before it disappears, though. Seems like it's perfectly functional despite everything. Finally, you click launch mode. The program changes to a message.

"PLEASE TAKE YOUR SEAT AND BUCKLE UP FOR YOUR SAFETY. CLOSE MAIN HATCH BEFORE LAUNCH."

Ah, right, the HATCH. It would be a bad idea to leave it open during launch.

Close hatch>

You swing the hatch shut and turn the wheel on your side. Everything should be set up now. You need to let Heresy know.

Talk to Heresy>

Luna1: I think everything is set up now.

Heresy: Good.

Heresy: I saw that you set it to launch mode.

Luna1: Yeah.

Luna1: So I guess this is it then?

Heresy: Yeah. Buckle yourself in and I'll trigger the launch remotely.

Heresy: The course is already projected.

Something is bothering you. You pause a bit before sending your next message.

Luna1: Do I really have to go?

Heresy: What do you mean?

Luna1: I'm not sure if I'm ready to leave yet.

Luna1: I'm going to miss everyone a lot.

Heresy: You don't have to leave right now.

Heresy: You can stay as long as you like.

Heresy: But the thing is, your fate was already decided.

Heresy: At some point you'll decide to come anyway.

You think about her words for a while.

Luna1: How do you know?

Heresy: Because God told me, Sofia.

Heresy: I reached out to Luna for a reason.

Heresy: And I knew when you found me that you were who I was sent to find.

Heresy: We're both part of something bigger than us.

Heresy: That's why I need you.

You leave her waiting for a while again, trying to sort out your own conflicting emotions. But eventually you decide.

Luna1: Ok, I'm going to buckle up now.

You get into the seat nearest to the terminal and strap yourself in. The chair has excessive padding and buckles, and the headrest feels like more than just comfort. You look up at the grid of monitors. Something new has started to form on them. There's an overlap charting out the course to Earth from Luna. And then a countdown. As the countdown the rocket starts to rumble, more and more, and you can see the camera views start to show smoke drifting up. As soon as it begins the camera view cuts out, showing only the grid and leaving you in the dark to wait in anticipation. And then, liftoff.

You're pressed back into the seat as the rocket launches. Everything it shaking violently. You can faintly hear ripping and tearing metal and the booms of scattered vehicles and equipment flying from the thrust of the launch. The entire facility is probably demolished. But you can't afford to focus on that now. More and more pressure is piled onto you, and then you black out.

…

….

…..

You wake up suddenly, gasping desperately for air and trembling. You look around. Things are floating in the cabin. The cameras are back on, and you can see Earth in view, surrounded by the inky void and twinkling stars. As you slowly approach the planet, you notice what looks like a dense glittering silver ring around it. You're left to this view for quite a while. A timer in the corner of the grid says it'll be a number of hours before you make it. Eventually, you pass out.

…

….

…..

You awake at the jolt of the rocket. You're right inside the dense ring now. Now that you're closer, you can see what it's made of; metal scraps and debris. The rocket rumbles and shakes again. You must be bumping into the space debris. How many satellites and facilities were launched into orbit to create a ring this dense? You wonder for a moment, and the rocket shakes again. The lights flicker this time. You're getting nervous. Suddenly, you feel the thrusters again, and the pressure builds. It looks like you're coming in for an entry. The rocket slowly descends into the atmosphere, and as flames appear to build against the nose of the rocket the cameras cut out again. The ship rumbles and shakes more and more, and the pressure against you builds. A warning message appears and the lights flash red.

"WARNING: CRASH LANDING"

You close your eyes and feel the impact of the rocket slamming into the ground.

And then nothing.

NEXT

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[beardedhandstoadshark]

wait what’s happening on reddit?

From what I’ve read here, Reddit‘s pulling a Twitter and planning to charge ( a LOT of) money for third-party applications to use their API - meaning a lot of things will be forced to go offline forever.

Those include ALL third-party apps, which is important because Reddit‘s own app seems to be an utter mess that makes tumblr‘s look like the best programmed thing in the world, so pretty much everyone uses Reddit over those instead. Like, someone did the math for one of the main 3rd-apps, Apollo, and it would’ve cost the single guy who’s programming it 20mil$. Per month. And unless they changed it since last time I tried to go on there, you can’t use web-Reddit on your phone because they won’t let you click a single thing or even look at most subreddits without blocking it behind a "use the app“! Popup. Ik Tumblr does that too, but at least it actually. Let’s you look at tumblr. Kinda ironic that their app is such trash then.

More importantly however, the Reddit App isn’t compatible with native text-to-speech help for blind/visibly impaired people, while all those 3rd party apps are/were- so they’re essentially fucking over all blind/visibly impaired people and making it impossible for them to use Reddit at all.

And also a lot of very important tools for MODERATION. Which mods are apparently really dependent on especially on bigger subreddits because otherwise the workload would be insane + a lot of moderation stuff a lot harder. So. Yknow. They’re basically forcing mods, who do this *for free* to pay money to keep their own site afloat. Or letting subs go haywire and then nuked for not following general Reddit guidelines.

Because of that A LOT of subreddits decided to go on strike for 48h and set to private, resulting in like7700/8somethingthousand of them to go black, which then resulted in the whole site crashing from the amount of change.

Why people migrated to tumblr of al places seems to be kind of a mystery, but my own guess is either because tumblr became the official refugee-site after the whole thing with Twitter before, or because r/196, one of the really big subreddits, closed indefinitely instead of just those 48h (just as a sidenote, is how strikes should work, because otherwise they’ll just wait out the hours instead of doing anything- which is apparently also exactly what happened now).

Anyways that subreddit is apparently Reddit’s version of tumblr anyways so the vibe seemed to fit. And now the 196 tag is trending and probably here to stay for a while lmao

[adhk1234]

Cardiac Monitoring Devices Market: Trends, Growth Drivers, and Future Outlook

The global cardiac monitoring devices market is experiencing significant growth, driven by the increasing prevalence of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), technological advancements, and the rising adoption of remote patient monitoring systems. According to a report by SNS Insider, the market size was valued at USD 29.15 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 48.58 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.84% during the forecast period 2024-2032.

Market Segmentation:

The cardiac monitoring devices market is segmented based on type, product type, application, and region.

By Type:

Cardiovascular Devices

Multi-Parameter ECG Monitors

Patient Monitoring Devices

Ambulatory Cardiac Monitoring

Cardiac Monitors

By Product Type:

Resting ECG Devices

Stress ECG Devices

Holter Monitors

Event Monitors

Implantable Loop Recorders

Cardiac Output Monitoring Devices

By Application:

Coronary Heart Disease

Arrhythmia

Heart Failure

Others

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Regional Analysis:

North America holds a significant share of the cardiac monitoring devices market, attributed to advanced healthcare infrastructure, high prevalence of CVDs, and early adoption of innovative technologies. Europe follows, with substantial growth driven by increasing healthcare expenditure and awareness programs. The Asia-Pacific region is anticipated to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period, owing to a rising geriatric population, improving healthcare facilities, and growing awareness about early disease detection.

Key Players

1. Medtronic

Reveal LINQ

HCT (Heart Failure Monitoring)

CareLink

2. Abbott

Freestyle Libre

Confirm Rx

Tavi

3. Boston Scientific Corporation

LUX-Dx

HeartLogic

ACUITY

4. iRhythm Technologies, Inc.

Zio XT

5. GE Healthcare

CardioSoft

MAC 400

CASE System

6. Biotronik, Inc.

BioMonitor 2

Edora 8/6/4

Visions 2

7. SCHILLER Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd

CARDIOVIT AT-102 G2

CARDIOVIT FT-1

8. Koninklijke Philips N.V.

Philips HeartStart

IntelliVue Patient Monitoring

BioTel Heart

9. MicroPort Scientific Corporation

Apollo

Renata

10. Honeywell Life Care Solutions

LifeStream

AMT Cardiac Monitoring System

Care Assure

Key Highlights:

Technological advancements, such as wearable electrocardiogram (ECG) monitors and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered diagnostic tools, are enhancing real-time and remote cardiac monitoring.

The adoption of remote patient monitoring (RPM) systems is increasing, allowing healthcare providers to monitor patients' cardiac health outside clinical settings, thereby reducing hospital readmissions.

The global aging population is contributing to market growth, as older adults are more susceptible to cardiovascular diseases.

Future Outlook:

The cardiac monitoring devices market is poised for sustained growth, driven by continuous technological innovations and a growing emphasis on preventive healthcare. The integration of AI and machine learning in diagnostic tools is expected to further enhance the accuracy and efficiency of cardiac monitoring. Additionally, the expansion of telemedicine and RPM systems will facilitate better patient management and early detection of cardiac conditions, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

Conclusion:

The global cardiac monitoring devices market is on a robust growth trajectory, with significant advancements in technology and increasing awareness about cardiovascular health. Stakeholders, including healthcare providers, manufacturers, and investors, are well-positioned to benefit from the evolving landscape of cardiac care.

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Apollo Micro Systems: Strengthening Defence Systems Through Indigenisation

Apollo Micro Systems Limited (AMS), a key player in the defence, aerospace, and homeland security sectors, continues to reinforce its commitment to indigenisation and technological advancements. The company has released its investor presentation for the quarter ending December 31, 2024, showcasing its growth trajectory, manufacturing capabilities, and strategic direction.

Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Hyderabad, AMS has carved a niche for itself in designing, developing, and manufacturing mission-critical electronic and electromechanical systems. Over the years, the company has built a strong reputation as a trusted partner of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), and other key stakeholders in the defence and space sectors. With a broad portfolio that includes weapons handling systems, secure communication solutions, electronic warfare systems, and air defence technologies, AMS is poised to drive innovation and self-reliance in India's defence ecosystem.

The company’s journey has been marked by significant milestones, from early contributions in electronic CAD design to the development of indigenous defence systems. AMS has played a crucial role in supporting India's missile programs, aerospace applications, and naval systems, gradually transitioning from being a buyer to a builder. In recent years, AMS has expanded its manufacturing infrastructure to cater to the growing demand for indigenous defence solutions. The establishment of its new Integrated Plant for Ingenious Defence Systems (IPiDS) in Hyderabad underscores its commitment to backward integration, enhancing in-house capabilities and production efficiency. This state-of-the-art facility, expected to be operational by the end of FY25, will position AMS as a premier Tier-1 OEM manufacturer.

As part of its strategic expansion, AMS has also acquired 2.5 acres of land to further bolster its manufacturing footprint. The company’s Unit-II facility, spanning 40,000 square feet, and its upcoming Unit-III facility at Hardware Park-II, Hyderabad, will add another 3,50,000 square feet of operational space. This significant growth in manufacturing capacity will enable AMS to scale up production and cater to the increasing demand for indigenous defence products.

Innovation and research remain at the core of AMS’s growth strategy. The company has been actively involved in more than 60 defence programs as a sub-system partner and has developed over 150 indigenous programs. With a robust Research & Development (R&D) team of 165+ professionals, AMS continues to drive technological excellence and strategic collaborations. Notably, AMS has entered the radio frequency (RF) and microwave domain through a strategic acquisition, reinforcing its capabilities in advanced defence electronics.

The investor presentation also highlights AMS’s corporate structure, which includes subsidiaries such as Ananya SIP RF Technologies Private Limited and Apollo Defence Industries Private Limited (ADIPL). In December 2024, AMS incorporated a new step-down subsidiary, Apollo Strategic Technologies Private Limited, with a 51% stake, further strengthening its presence in the defence manufacturing sector.

Certified under ISO 9001:2015 and CEMILAC, AMS adheres to stringent quality standards, ensuring reliability and precision in its offerings. The company’s dedication to excellence is reflected in its collaborations with leading defence institutions and its commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions tailored to India’s defence and aerospace requirements.

As AMS charts its course for sustained growth, it remains steadfast in its mission to “Convert Your Concepts into Reality.” With a vision to emerge as a world-class solution provider offering “Total Solutions Under One Roof,” the company is well-positioned to play a pivotal role in India's journey towards defence self-reliance.

With its solid foundation, continuous innovation, and unwavering commitment to indigenisation, Apollo Micro Systems Limited is set to drive the future of defence technology, ensuring that India remains at the forefront of strategic and technological advancements.

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[ad_1] The AI World Summit 2025, Co-presented by Rabbitt AI and Chitkara University, successfully concluded on January 18, 2025, bringing together global AI leaders, policymakers, and industry pioneers from organisations such as IBM, NSDC, Apollo, HDFC, TechCurators, TC Group, and Deloitte. The two-day event served as a premier platform for discussions on AI innovation, industry applications, and future trends.   Global leaders explore AI innovation & future trends at AI World Summit 2025 at Chitkara University Reflecting on the success of the summit, Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Pro Chancellor, Chitkara University, stated, "The AI World Summit 2025 was not just an event-it was a gateway to the future. At Chitkara University, we are committed to fostering collaboration between academia and industry to drive AI innovation. Partnering with visionary leaders like Rabbitt AI allows us to empower students, entrepreneurs, and professionals to lead in an AI-driven world." London-based Generative AI company Rabbitt AI, founded by Harneet Singh, a serial entrepreneur and IIT Delhi alumnus, made a significant impact with its vision of helping organisations "Own Their AI." Backed by executives from TC Group, NVIDIA, Meta, and Microsoft, Rabbitt AI aims to position itself as a key player in the AI revolution. The company recently secured $2.1 million in funding to further its mission. One of the highlights of the summit was the launch of AI Nama, a groundbreaking book featuring 15 real-world case studies on AI-driven business success. Designed for CXOs, founders, policymakers, and AI enthusiasts, AI Nama provides practical insights on AI adoption across industries such as healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and transportation. Speaking about the initiative, Harneet Singh, Founder & CEO of Rabbitt AI, said, "Since we at Rabbitt AI are at the forefront of the AI revolution across the US and UK, our industry peers often sought a single, credible source of information on AI implementation. AI Nama serves as that GenAI Bible-a playbook for leaders navigating the AI-driven future." The AI World Summit 2025 featured keynotes, expert panels, and hands-on workshops, covering AI applications in education, healthcare, technology, and governance. The event provided attendees with exclusive insights into emerging AI trends and business transformation strategies from industry experts. Hosted at Chitkara University, Rajpura, Punjab, the summit successfully attracted students, entrepreneurs, industry professionals, and CEOs, offering them a firsthand look at the latest AI breakthroughs and their applications in business and society. About Chitkara University Chitkara University, a leading private university in India, is recognised for its focus on practical, industry-aligned education. Offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, the university is known for its cutting-edge research, innovation, and strong industry partnerships, aiming to produce graduates well-prepared to meet the challenges of the global marketplace. For more information log in to university website : www.chitkara.edu.in !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function()n.callMethod? n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments); if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0'; n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0; t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)(window,document,'script', 'https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/fbevents.js'); fbq('init', '311356416665414'); fbq('track', 'PageView'); [ad_2] Source link

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"This 'Christmas tree' was created by the three crewmen of the third manned Skylab mission (Skylab 4) aboard the space station in Earth orbit. Food cans were used to fashion the tree. This photograph was made from a television transmission made from a video tape recording on Dec. 24, 1973."

Date: December 24, 1973

NASA ID: S73-38687

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"A ground-level view of Pad B, Launch Complex 39, Kennedy Space Center, Florida, showing the Skylab 3/Saturn IB (CSM-117/SA-207) space vehicle during prelaunch preparations. The launch vehicle is venting liquid oxygen during pre-final countdown cryogenic loading."

Date: July 20, 1973

NASA ID: S73-31697

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[ad_1] The AI World Summit 2025, Co-presented by Rabbitt AI and Chitkara University, successfully concluded on January 18, 2025, bringing together global AI leaders, policymakers, and industry pioneers from organisations such as IBM, NSDC, Apollo, HDFC, TechCurators, TC Group, and Deloitte. The two-day event served as a premier platform for discussions on AI innovation, industry applications, and future trends.   Global leaders explore AI innovation & future trends at AI World Summit 2025 at Chitkara University Reflecting on the success of the summit, Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Pro Chancellor, Chitkara University, stated, "The AI World Summit 2025 was not just an event-it was a gateway to the future. At Chitkara University, we are committed to fostering collaboration between academia and industry to drive AI innovation. Partnering with visionary leaders like Rabbitt AI allows us to empower students, entrepreneurs, and professionals to lead in an AI-driven world." London-based Generative AI company Rabbitt AI, founded by Harneet Singh, a serial entrepreneur and IIT Delhi alumnus, made a significant impact with its vision of helping organisations "Own Their AI." Backed by executives from TC Group, NVIDIA, Meta, and Microsoft, Rabbitt AI aims to position itself as a key player in the AI revolution. The company recently secured $2.1 million in funding to further its mission. One of the highlights of the summit was the launch of AI Nama, a groundbreaking book featuring 15 real-world case studies on AI-driven business success. Designed for CXOs, founders, policymakers, and AI enthusiasts, AI Nama provides practical insights on AI adoption across industries such as healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and transportation. Speaking about the initiative, Harneet Singh, Founder & CEO of Rabbitt AI, said, "Since we at Rabbitt AI are at the forefront of the AI revolution across the US and UK, our industry peers often sought a single, credible source of information on AI implementation. AI Nama serves as that GenAI Bible-a playbook for leaders navigating the AI-driven future." The AI World Summit 2025 featured keynotes, expert panels, and hands-on workshops, covering AI applications in education, healthcare, technology, and governance. The event provided attendees with exclusive insights into emerging AI trends and business transformation strategies from industry experts. Hosted at Chitkara University, Rajpura, Punjab, the summit successfully attracted students, entrepreneurs, industry professionals, and CEOs, offering them a firsthand look at the latest AI breakthroughs and their applications in business and society. About Chitkara University Chitkara University, a leading private university in India, is recognised for its focus on practical, industry-aligned education. Offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, the university is known for its cutting-edge research, innovation, and strong industry partnerships, aiming to produce graduates well-prepared to meet the challenges of the global marketplace. For more information log in to university website : www.chitkara.edu.in !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function()n.callMethod? n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments); if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0'; n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0; t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)(window,document,'script', 'https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/fbevents.js'); fbq('init', '311356416665414'); fbq('track', 'PageView'); [ad_2] Source link

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MBA at Accurate -  Full Form, Courses, Eligibility Criteria, Admission, Fees, Placements

The MBA program at Accurate is one of the most common and famous programs in the country. This program strongly focuses on providing the students with knowledge and skills to achieve success in the business world. This program provides strong knowledge about business principles and also gives them an opportunity to gain practical knowledge of these skills. The course curriculum is designed in such a way that it prepares the students for leadership roles, knowledge about the tools they need to succeed in the competitive world. Check below the guide to know complete details about the MBA program at Accurate.

MBA at Accurate - Course Details

Check below the course details for MBA at Accurate:

Course Duration - 2 years

Eligibility - Graduation across any discipline with atleast 50% aggregate score for general candidates and 45% score for SC and ST candidates

Admission Process - Entrance Exams followed by GD / PI rounds

Placements - 100% placement assistance

Highest international Salary - 85 LPA

Highest Domestic Salary - 17 LPA

Course Fees (INR) - 3 Lakhs

Top Recruiters - Bain & Company, The Boston Consulting Group, Deloitte Consulting, Booz Allen Hamilton, etc

About MBA Course at Accurate

We at Accurate focus mainly to place the students successfully with a minimum package of 5 LPA. The candidates who are aspiring to take admission with a minimum of 50% marks in graduation. MBA at Accurate is affiliated to Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University, Uttar Pradesh. Major MNCs and Indian companies in Banking, Finance, IT and ITES, engineering, production, etc recruit the MBA students at Accurate. Accurate Group of Institutions is recognized as a 100% placement campus by Assocham and the Education Post, Top Private Institute in Northern India by Jagran Josh, Excellence in Management Education by Business World and many more. 

Eligibility Criteria of MBA at Accurate

In order to get admission into the MBA program at Accurate the candidates must have a bachelor’s degree recognized by UGC in any discipline with at least 50% marks (general) and 45% (SC/ST). The candidates who are in their final year can also apply but they must satisfy all the criteria as per AKTU and AICTE norms. 

Admission Process for MBA at Accurate

The candidates are required to fill the application form available on the website and also submit a demand draft of Rs 100 only. After the application is received and documents are verified, the candidates will be called for WAT (written aptitude test) followed by interview rounds. Both the interview as well as the written test will be based on logical thinking, communication skills, writing skills, etc. Once the candidate qualifies all the three rounds the final results will be declared. All the documents are required to be self attested. 

Top Recruiters for MBA at Accurate

Aditya Birla 

Axis Bank

Berger Paints Pvt Ltd 

Capital Via

Bank Of Maharashtra 

Ceasefire Industries Limited

Daffodil Software 

Apollo Tubes Limited 

Bose Corporation

Byjus

Citi Bank 

Clay Telecom 

E Bix 

Genpact 

HCL Technologies

HDFC Bank 

Dion Global (Religare Group) 

Finance Pvt. Ltd.

Google 

ICICI Bank

HP Limited

HSBC Bank Dubai 

IMRB

IDFC Bank

ITC Ltd

Indusind Bank

Janalakshmi Finance Ltd.

Jaro Education

Justdial

Kotak Mahindra Bank 

L&T Finance

Mansukh Securities and

Mytrah Energy India Limited 

Nerolac Paints 

Naukri.Com 

Nestle

Olympus

Onicra 

Oriental Bank of Commerce

Reliance Industries Limited

Parle Agro 

Paytm 

Rasna International Limited 

Redington India Limited 

Safexpress 

Saint Gobain India

Royal Bank of Scotland 

S.Chand 

Transweb Education 

Samsung

Spandana Sphoorty

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6 Must-Know B2B SaaS Marketing Trends for 2025

As the B2B SaaS landscape evolves, companies face both challenges and opportunities in achieving sustainable growth. The rise of customer expectations, stiff competition, and a highly saturated & expensive digital advertising ecosystem necessitate a rethinking of marketing strategies. In the following article, we have articulated key marketing trends shaping the B2B SaaS industry in 2025.

Focus On Customer Retention

Customer retention is critical to driving revenue and profitability in SaaS. To minimize churn and enhance product engagement, marketing teams must develop targeted retention campaigns. One effective approach is implementing loyalty programs, which can take the form of:

Priority Support Based on Product Usage: Offering tiered support, where high-usage customers receive priority service. This not only enhances their experience but also reinforces their value to the company.

Discounts on Purchase of Additional Modules: Offering attractive discounts on add-on modules and complimentary products. This strategy increases revenue while deepening customer engagement.

Recognition at Customer Events: Highlighting loyal customers at user conferences or webinars. Recognized customers often become brand advocates, sharing their positive experiences with others.

Early Access to Product Updates and Upgrades: Giving long-term customers a first look at new features or products. This exclusive access makes customers feel valued and fosters engagement with the platform.

2. AI-Powered Marketing Tools and Automation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing B2B SaaS marketing by streamlining processes and enhancing personalization. Key applications of AI in marketing can include:

Building Prospect Data: AI-powered tools like Apollo have transformed the way SaaS companies build prospect data. By analyzing buyer intent, these tools can identify prospects with high potential, and segment them effectively. Marketing teams can target these segments through tailored campaigns, streamlining efforts, and maximizing impact.

Crafting Compelling Messaging: AI-powered platforms can analyze audience preferences and behaviours to generate highly personalized and persuasive email content, increasing engagement and response rates.

Creating Pitch Videos and Demo Scripts: AI enables marketing teams to produce professional-quality pitch videos and scripts for webinars quickly, significantly reducing the cost of production and time to launch these marketing assets.

3. Expansion of Account-Based Marketing (ABM)

In 2025, Account-Based Marketing (ABM) should become a primary focus for B2B SaaS companies aiming to deliver highly personalized outreach. As digital ads and social media channels become increasingly expensive and saturated, ABM offers a more targeted and cost-effective approach. ABM enables marketing teams to tailor their messaging to specific industries, use cases, and target audiences ensuring higher engagement. ABM approach can include:

Combining Email Marketing with Re-Targeting Ads: By integrating personalized email campaigns with re-targeting ads, SaaS companies can keep their brand top-of-mind for key accounts across multiple touch-points.

Innovative Direct Mail Campaigns: Sending carefully curated snail mail letters to high-value accounts can add a personal touch, breaking through the digital clutter and creating a lasting impression.

ABM’s ability to focus resources on the most valuable accounts ensures effective outreach. With proven potential to deliver strong ROI, ABM is a must-adopt strategy for SaaS companies in 2025

4. Focus on P.R. and Thought Leadership

Public Relations (P.R.) is re-emerging as a vital marketing channel for B2B SaaS companies. A well-crafted P.R. strategy can amplify brand visibility and position key executives as thought leaders in the industry.

Positioning Key Executives: P.R. efforts can include publishing articles, securing interviews, and leveraging byline opportunities to showcase executive expertise and establish credibility.

Announcing Major Milestones: P.R. can be the vehicle for communicating product launches, strategic alliances, and significant customer wins, ensuring these milestones reach the right audience.

Driving Brand Advocacy: P.R. firms can identify opportunities for customers to participate in stories and events, creating a platform for advocacy. These engagements help build trust and highlight real-world success stories.

As a marketing consulting firm specializing in B2B SaaS, we believe that by leveraging public relations effectively, SaaS companies can create a strong narrative, enhance brand reputation, and foster deeper connections with their target market.

5. Metrics-Driven Marketing

As B2B SaaS companies continue to grow their customer base, it is important to track customer acquisition costs.  Companies must:

Map Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC): Mapping CAC to specific marketing channels helps identify which channels deliver the best ROI. By understanding channel performance, companies can prioritize budget allocation to the most effective channels.

Calculating Lifetime Value (LTV): By analyzing customer data, including industry type, usage patterns, and purchase behaviour over time, SaaS companies can accurately determine the lifetime value (LTV) of their customers. This analysis enables businesses to segment new customers based on similar profiles and craft targeted cross-sell and up-sell programs to improve revenue per customer.

6. Hire a Fractional CMO

A fractional CMO can be a transformative asset for B2B SaaS companies. By offering strategic leadership, mentoring in-house teams, and applying their cross-industry expertise, Fractional CMOs drive exceptional outcomes. Leveraging an extensive network of marketing service providers and agencies, they can deliver comprehensive solutions tailored to business needs—all at a fraction of the cost of hiring a full-time CMO.

Conclusion

As a marketing consulting services firm specializing in B2B SaaS, we believe that in 2025, companies must embrace an omni-channel marketing strategy that seamlessly integrates offline and online channels. Additionally, businesses need to move beyond the conventional notion that customer retention is solely the responsibility of the customer success team. Marketing must take an active role in retention by launching targeted campaigns that drive customer advocacy and enhance lifetime value (LTV).