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 370 published reports.
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.
Understanding NORAD IDs: The Definitive Guide to Satellite Tracking
NORAD IDs are unique identifiers for tracking over 29,000 objects in space, including active satellites and debris.
Understanding Orbital Epoch: A Comprehensive Guide
The orbital epoch is a timestamp indicating when orbital parameters are valid, crucial for tracking satellites and space debris.
How Satellites Are Tracked: A Comprehensive Guide
Satellites are tracked using radar, optical telescopes, and radio signals, ensuring precise orbital data for over 28,000 objects.
How to Search the Satellite Database: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover how to use Orbital Radar's Satellite Directory to search and track over 31,000 objects in orbit, including active satellites and space debris.
What Satellite Is Above Me Right Now? A Comprehensive Guide
Find out which satellite is currently above you by using real-time tracking tools. Understand satellite types, orbits, and how to observe them.
Satellite Manoeuvre Detection: An Authoritative Guide
Satellite manoeuvre detection involves tracking changes in a satellite's orbit to ensure space safety and efficiency.
Understanding Uncontrolled Re-entries: Risks and Realities
Uncontrolled re-entry occurs when a satellite or space debris re-enters Earth's atmosphere without precise control, posing potential risks.
Tracking Near-Earth Asteroids: A Comprehensive Guide
The Near-Earth Object Database provides live tracking of asteroid orbits, close approaches, and impact risks, offering crucial insights into space safety.
How Often Do Satellites Maneuver? What Our Detector Sees
Orbital Radar logged 45,196 orbit-change events over the past month. Explore what those detections reveal about satellite activity—and why they are not a count of thruster firings.
Real-Time Satellite Maneuver Tracking with Orbital Radar
Discover how Orbital Radar's Maneuver Tracker provides real-time insights into satellite maneuvers, enhancing space situational awareness.
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.