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Surging Demand For Satellites Creates Bottlenecks In Critical Components
The unprecedented rush to put satellites into low Earth orbit is colliding with shortages of specialized components and materials, forcing satellite companies to rethink designs, accept delays, and confront fundamental questions about timelines. According to a report by the Aerospace Industries Association and PricewaterhouseCoopers, the space industry faces bottlenecks in critical components, including valves, actuators, and transformers. This article was first reported by SpaceNews.