➀ Researchers at KAIST have developed a high-energy, load-bearing structural battery; ➁ The battery combines high energy density with load support and eliminates fire risks; ➂ The technology could transform vehicles, drones, airplanes, and robots.

1. Rocket Lab's stock has surged 133% since September, driven by strategic growth and new contracts; 2. The author bought Rocket Lab shares due to its innovative approach in the launch market and the development of the Neutron rocket; 3. Rocket Lab's revenues are growing, especially in the Space Systems segment, with a strong cash position to support Neutron rocket development.

➀ A consortium has completed an initial European Space Agency (ESA) RocketRoll project on nuclear electric propulsion for space exploration. ➁ The project aims to harness the potential of nuclear electric propulsion (NEP) for space missions, including a space tug for distant expeditions. ➂ The candidate NEP design is expected to become a European demonstrator by 2035, aiming to explore beyond Mars orbit where solar power is limited.

➀ A high-precision machining robot with a new hybrid drive train has been developed in Lower Saxony, Germany, to bridge the gap between industrial robots and machine tools. The robot excels in machining lightweight materials and metals up to steel with a production tolerance of up to 0.1 millimeter.➁ The robot's hybrid drive concept enhances dynamic behavior and allows for increased productivity and higher path accuracy.➂ The project is part of the Lower Saxony LuFo research initiative, aiming to advance industrial robotics and precision machining techniques.

1. Lockheed Martin's Q3 earnings report showed flat sales and a decline in free cash flow, leading to a 6% drop in stock price. 2. Despite missing sales estimates, Lockheed Martin's GAAP EPS and core earnings per share beat expectations, with a strong backlog indicating robust demand. 3. Risks include ongoing negotiations for the F-35 program, but the company expects delayed cash flow to reverse by 2025, boosting future growth.

1. General Electric's aerospace division, with a high valuation, leads the jet engine market, benefiting from long-term service revenue and high earnings visibility. 2. Maintenance service, accounting for 70% of GE's revenue, ensures steady cash flow, driven by long-term contracts for commercial and defense engines. 3. Financial estimates suggest GE can grow consolidated revenue by 10% and cash earnings by over 20% in 2025-26, with potential for upgrades.

➀ Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) has signed a new master research agreement (MRA) with RTX Corporation subsidiaries Collins Aerospace and Pratt & Whitney to collaborate on sustainable aerospace technology research. The agreement will enable collaboration on advanced materials, hydrogen propulsion, and advanced manufacturing. ➁ Collins and TU Delft will work on a high-speed intelligent inspection system to improve manufacturing processes for lightweight and recyclable aircraft materials. ➂ Pratt & Whitney and TU Delft will develop novel engine configurations using thermal energy recovery technologies to enhance fuel efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions.

1. Boeing faces challenges like heavy debt and labor strikes, but has a $500B backlog of planes ensuring demand. 2. If Boeing stabilizes production, it could see significant growth by 2026. 3. The stock remains volatile and risky for conservative investors.

➀ Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute are developing a method for inline quality assurance of 3D-printed parts, crucial for high-safety critical applications like aviation. ➁ The method involves non-destructive testing using a 6-axis industrial robot, capable of testing each printed component without damage. ➂ The initial results are promising, with all desired measurement points accessible and the quality of the measurements being very good, with deviations in the single-digit percentage range.

1. Magnix has developed a series of batteries for electric aviation, with the first product, Samson300, achieving an energy density of 300Wh/kg. 2. The battery claims a cycle life of over 1,000 full-depth discharge cycles and includes patented safety technologies. 3. Magnix CEO Reed Macdonald anticipates future developments with an energy density of 400Wh/kg or more.