Samsung enters space tech industry, plans spacecraft infrastructure

Samsung plans to enter the space tech industry, aiming to build infrastructure and components for spacecraft. This move signifies a major expansion for the tech giant. The company is reportedly in talks with Seoul University to establish a research and development center for space technology. Samsung's existing expertise in shipbuilding, construction, and semiconductors will be leveraged. Samsung's venture includes partnerships with the Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute and potential contributions to NASA's Artemis II mission. This expansion follows its success in consumer electronics and other sectors.