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Daily space news, satellite launch reports, orbital debris analysis and weekly roundups — grounded in live tracking data from our network monitoring 5 published reports.

Technicians prepare TDRS-D satellite for launch at Kennedy Space Center's Vertical Processing Facility.
Orbital Events

Understanding TLE Format: A Comprehensive Guide

Two-Line Element sets (TLEs) are crucial for tracking satellites, providing data on orbit parameters and predictions.

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Technicians prepare to mate TDRS-D satellite with STS-29 at Kennedy Space Center's Vertical Processing Facility.
Orbital Events

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.

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A CubeSat being released into Earth's orbit from a small satellite deployer in space.
Orbital Events

Understanding Mean Motion in Satellite Orbits

Mean motion describes the average angular speed of a satellite in its orbit, crucial for predicting satellite positions.

· 2 min
Archival photo of Echo 1 satellite over Goldstone Tracking Station, NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, August 12, 1960.
Orbital Events

How to Track Satellites: A Comprehensive Guide

Discover how to track satellites in orbit, including understanding orbital parameters and using tracking tools effectively.

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