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 25 published reports.
Unveiling Earth's Shadow: A 22-Year Lunar Eclipse Journey
A composite image from 22 years of lunar eclipses reveals Earth's shadow, offering insights into our planet's orbit and atmospheric effects.
The Buck Moon and Earth's Shadow Dance Over Croatia
The Buck Moon rises over Croatia, casting a shadow and unveiling the Belt of Venus, a celestial marvel captured in a stunning skyscape.
How Eclipses Work: Understanding Celestial Shadows
Eclipses occur when one celestial body moves into the shadow of another. Learn how solar and lunar eclipses work, including their mechanics and significance.
Witnessing the Dance of Shadows: A Solar Eclipse from Above
NASA's WB-57F aircraft captures a solar eclipse from 50,000 feet, offering a unique view of the Sun's corona and planets in the shadowed sky.
AR Satellite Finder: Identify the Sky with Skylens AR
Point your phone skywards to connect satellite predictions with the view overhead. This guide explains Skylens AR, the science behind satellite positions and how to recognise a visible pass.
Total Solar Eclipse Captivates Greenland, Reveals Cosmic Dance
A total solar eclipse visible from Greenland today showcases the intricate dance of celestial bodies, while close satellite approaches highlight ongoing orbital congestion.
Witnessing a Celestial Dance: The Plane Lunar Eclipse
A lunar eclipse, visible from half the Earth, creates a stunning celestial event. Captured with an aircraft in view, it highlights the beauty of astronomy.
Eclipse Pair: A Dance of Shadows and Light
A rare eclipse pair from August 2026 showcases a total solar eclipse and a deep partial lunar eclipse, captured in exquisite HDR imagery.
Roman Space Telescope: A New Eye on the Universe
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy, promises to enhance our understanding of the universe by observing supernovas and exoplanets.
James Webb Space Telescope: Current Location and Orbit
The James Webb Space Telescope is positioned at the second Lagrange point (L2), approximately 1.5 million kilometres from Earth, providing a stable environment for deep space observations.
Parts of a Satellite: Systems That Keep It Working
Discover the key components and systems inside a satellite that ensure its operation in space, including power, thermal control, and communication.
James Webb Space Telescope at L2: A Deep Space Observatory
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is a large, space-based observatory designed to complement and extend the discoveries of the Hubble Space Telescope. Launched on 25 December 2021, JWST is a collaborative project of NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Canadian Space Agency (CSA).