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 6 published reports.
TLE Format Explained: How to Read Satellite Orbit Data
A two-line element set describes an orbit, but needs the right model to predict a satellite’s position. Learn to read its fields and recognise its limits.
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.
Understanding Mean Motion in Satellite Orbits
Mean motion describes the average angular speed of a satellite in its orbit, crucial for predicting satellite positions.
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.
How Satellites Are Tracked: From Radar to Orbit Predictions
Satellite tracking turns radar echoes, telescope images and radio measurements into orbit predictions. Here is how it works, where uncertainty enters and how to check a pass.
Satellite Maneuver Tracking: How to Read Orbital Changes
Satellite manoeuvres change an orbit, but interpreting them takes more than spotting a new altitude. Learn how to use Orbital Radar’s Maneuver Tracker and distinguish evidence from inference.