Space News Mission Log — Satellite Launches, Orbital Events & Analysis
Daily space news, satellite launch reports, orbital debris analysis and weekly roundups — grounded in live tracking data from our network monitoring 58 published reports.
BeiDou-3: China's Global Navigation System
BeiDou-3 is the third generation of China's BeiDou Navigation Satellite System (BDS), which provides global navigation services. Officially completed in 2020, BeiDou-3 marks China's full entry into the global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) arena, alongside GPS (United States), GLONASS (Russia),
Zhuque-3 Rocket's Successful Landing Marks Milestone for China's Space Ambitions
China's Zhuque-3 rocket lands successfully on its second flight, advancing China's reusable launch technology. Close satellite approaches monitored.
CSS Tianhe: Core Module of China's Space Station
CSS Tianhe is the core module of China's Tiangong space station, which serves as the primary living quarters and control centre for the station. Launched on 29 April 2021 aboard a Long March 5B rocket, Tianhe marked the beginning of China's ambitious space station programme.
Tiangong: China's Permanent Space Station
Tiangong, meaning 'Heavenly Palace', is China's permanent space station, a significant milestone for the China National Space Administration (CNSA). The station is designed to support long-term human habitation and scientific research in low Earth orbit (LEO).
China's Space Programme: A Comprehensive Overview
China's space programme, led by the CNSA, is a major force in global space exploration, with significant achievements in satellite deployment and lunar exploration.
Guowang and Qianfan: China's Satellite Internet Ambitions
Guowang and Qianfan are China's ambitious satellite internet projects aiming to rival Starlink by deploying thousands of satellites.
Tiangong Space Station: A Comprehensive Guide to China's Orbital Outpost
Tiangong is China's modular space station, serving as a hub for scientific research and international cooperation in low Earth orbit.
Guowang Satellites: China's Expansive State Constellation Explained
The Guowang satellites form China's state constellation, aiming to provide global satellite internet coverage. Explore its purpose, structure, and impact.
China Advances Mars Sample Return Plans Amid Close Satellite Encounters
China progresses its Mars sample return mission plans, while satellite close approaches highlight ongoing orbital congestion.
China's Secretive Launch and Starliner Cargo Plans for 2026
China's TJS-27 satellites launch alongside a Tianlian relay. Starliner plans ISS cargo run. Close satellite approaches monitored.
CSS Tianhe: Core of China's Space Ambitions
CSS Tianhe, also known as the 'Harmony of the Heavens', is the core module of China's Tiangong space station. Launched on 29 April 2021 aboard a Long March 5B rocket, Tianhe serves as the primary control hub and living quarters for astronauts aboard the station.
Saturn's Mysterious Cloud Formation and China's Rocket Success
Astronomers discover a 10-sided cloud at Saturn's south pole, while China's Pallas-1 rocket completes a successful debut.