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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 15 published reports.

View of the Syncom IV satellite in orbit over the earth
Satellite Spotlight

Tiangong: China's Permanent Space Station

Tiangong, meaning 'Heavenly Palace' in Mandarin, is China's permanent space station, a major milestone in the country's ambitious space programme. Launched in phases beginning in April 2021, Tiangong is designed to support long-duration human spaceflight and facilitate scientific research in microgr

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Vice President Mike Pence Visits Kennedy Space Center
Orbital Events

Crew Capsules Compared: Dragon, Starliner, Soyuz, and Shenzhou

Compare Dragon, Starliner, Soyuz, and Shenzhou capsules. Understand their features, missions, and differences.

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Apollo 11 Saturn V Rocket Projected On The Washington Monument
Satellite Spotlight

The Launch Log: Your Guide to the Historical Launch Database

Discover the Orbital Radar Launch Log, a searchable database of every orbital launch in history, offering insights into space exploration.

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Orbital Radar card: ESA Eyes Crew Transport as Tianhui Satellites Near Miss
Orbital Briefing

ESA Eyes Crew Transport as Tianhui Satellites Near Miss

ESA announces plans for crew transport amid close approaches of Tianhui satellites. 15,752 active satellites in orbit.

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Aerial view of a spacecraft assembly building at Kennedy Space Center under a clear blue sky.
Orbital Events

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.

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Satellite image showing MESSENGER spacecraft's impact site on Mercury with detailed crater features.
Weekly Roundup

This Week in Orbit: 2026-09-30

NASA has announced the development of a new space telescope, PRIMA, set to launch in 2033, aiming to advance our understanding of the universe. Meanwhile, the European Space Agency (ESA) has opened a competition for a chance to witness the BepiColombo mission's arrival at Mercury.

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - In the Orbiter Processing Facility (OPF), a United Space Alliance technician examines the attachment points for the spars on the exterior of a wing of Space Shuttle Atlantis. Reinforced Carbon Carbon (RCC) panels are mechanically attached to the wing with a series of floating joints - spars - to reduce loading on the panels caused by wing deflections. The aluminum and
Satellite Spotlight

ISS: 25 Years of Continuous Human Presence

The International Space Station (ISS) is a habitable artificial satellite that serves as a microgravity and space environment research laboratory. It is a joint project involving five participating space agencies: NASA (United States), Roscosmos (Russia), JAXA (Japan), ESA (Europe), and CSA (Canada)

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The Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich Satellite Orbits Earth (Illustration)
Satellite Spotlight

CSS Tianhe: Core Module of China's Space Station

CSS Tianhe, also known as the 'Harmony of the Heavens', is the core module of China's Tiangong space station. Launched on April 29, 2021, aboard a Long March 5B rocket, Tianhe serves as the primary control hub for the station.

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NASA and ISRO leaders discuss collaboration, seated at a conference table with flags in the background.
Orbital Events

ISRO Missions: A Comprehensive Guide to India's Space Achievements

ISRO, India's space agency, has launched numerous missions, including Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan, marking significant achievements in space exploration.

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NASA's Lunar Prospector spacecraft launches from Cape Canaveral, marking the first use of Lockheed Martin's Athena II rocket and Launch Complex 46.
Orbital Events

The World's Spaceports: Comprehensive Launch Sites Guide

Spaceports are crucial launch sites for rockets entering orbit. Discover key locations and their roles in global space exploration.

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A vibrant orbital sunrise highlights Earth's atmosphere and the terminator line from the International Space Station over the Pacific Ocean.
Orbital Events

Understanding Space Situational Awareness: A Comprehensive Guide

Space situational awareness involves tracking and predicting the movement of over 28,911 objects in orbit to ensure space safety.

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