Space Race

Just last week, SpaceX received federal approval to dramatically increase the size of its Starlink constellation, clearing the way for the launch of an additional 7,500 satellites into low-Earth orbit. 

While this would have seemed impossible a decade ago, the space industry hardly bats an eye today, as mega-constellations like Starlink have become an increasingly familiar component of modern infrastructure.

Pardon me; is there a space race going on?  

If so, it isn't even a contest. 

For more insights on the rapid advances in spaceflight technology click on the image for a closer look.