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 227 published reports.
Space Debris: Understanding the Growing Threat in Orbit
Space debris refers to defunct human-made objects in orbit, posing risks to satellites and space missions.
Who Tracks Space Debris? Inside the Global Surveillance Network
Space debris is tracked by a global network of agencies monitoring 28,886 objects, ensuring orbital safety and sustainability.
SpaceX Launches Classified NRO Payload Amidst Rising Space Debris Concerns
SpaceX launches a classified payload for the NRO, while astronomers warn of invisible debris in geosynchronous orbit. The Roman Space Telescope is set for an August launch.
Active Debris Removal: Technologies Cleaning Up Space
Active debris removal involves technologies designed to clean up space junk, ensuring sustainable orbits for future missions.
Understanding Kessler Syndrome: Space Debris Chain Reaction
Kessler syndrome refers to a scenario where space debris collisions create more debris, increasing collision risks exponentially.
Understanding Rocket Body Debris in Earth's Orbit
Rocket body debris refers to the remnants of launch vehicles left in orbit, contributing significantly to space debris and posing collision risks.
Understanding the Space Fence: Tracking Earth's Orbital Objects
The Space Fence radar system tracks over 28,000 objects in Earth's orbit, from satellites to debris, ensuring space safety.
How Many Starlink Satellites Fall Each Day?
1.5 Starlink satellites re-enter Earth's atmosphere each day, according to Orbital Radar data. Explore the reasons behind these controlled re-entries.
Space Sustainability: Ensuring the Future of Orbital Operations
Space sustainability involves managing the growing number of satellites and debris to ensure long-term usability of Earth's orbits.
Anti-Satellite Weapons: Understanding Their Impact and Risks
Anti-satellite weapons are designed to disable or destroy satellites. They pose significant risks to space operations due to debris creation.
The Cosmos-Iridium Collision: A Landmark Satellite Crash
The Cosmos-Iridium collision in 2009 marked the first major satellite crash, significantly impacting space debris management and satellite operations.
Understanding Orbital Decay: Why Satellites Fall to Earth
Orbital decay is the gradual reduction of a satellite's orbit due to atmospheric drag and gravitational forces, leading to eventual reentry.