A new challenge has been announced to fund and test small spacecraft technologies. This initiative aims to support the development of innovative solutions for space exploration, with a focus on small spacecraft that can be used for a variety of missions, including Earth observation, space weather monitoring, and deep space exploration. The challenge is open to teams from around the world, and will provide funding and resources to support the development and testing of their technologies. This is an exciting opportunity for researchers, engineers, and scientists to contribute to the advancement of space technology and to be a part of the next generation of space exploration.

The challenge will consist of several rounds, with teams competing to demonstrate the feasibility and potential of their technologies. A panel of experts will review and select the most promising proposals, and the winning teams will receive funding and support to further develop and test their technologies. The ultimate goal of the challenge is to identify and develop new spacecraft technologies that can be used to support future space missions, and to foster collaboration