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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 16 published reports.

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A powerful Atlas V rocket launches MAVEN spacecraft into space under a clear blue sky.
Orbital Briefing

Final Atlas V Launch Supports Amazon's Broadband Constellation

ULA launches final Atlas V for Amazon Leo, Starlink satellites adjust orbits, new Moon lander contracts announced.

· 2 min
J-SSOD-6 Deployment
Orbital Briefing

Space Force Expands GPS Network Amid Satellite Close Approaches

The U.S. Space Force has contracted Lockheed Martin for two additional GPS satellites, while several close approaches in orbit are monitored.

· 2 min
Six Moons of Saturn
Cosmic Gallery

Saturn's Six Moons: A Celestial Family Portrait

A telescopic image captures Saturn's six largest moons, showcasing the diversity of its 293 satellites. Learn about these celestial bodies and their significance.

· 2 min
A detailed view of Saturn's six moons orbiting against a backdrop of stars in space.
Cosmic Gallery

Saturn's Majestic Moons: A Telescopic Family Portrait

A telescopic image captures Saturn's six largest moons, including Titan and Enceladus, highlighting the planet's rich satellite system.

· 2 min
ISS Solar Transit
Satellite Spotlight

How to Predict ISS Transits Across the Sun and Moon

Discover how to predict ISS transits across celestial bodies with Orbital Radar's Transit Predictions tool, offering precise timing and location data.

· 2 min
A possible skylight in a lunar lava tube, located in the Moon's ancient volcanic Marius Hills region.
Orbital Briefing

NASA Eyes Marius Lunar Pit for Future Base

NASA selects GIMLI to explore Marius Lunar Pit for potential base. Starlink satellites narrowly avoid collision. Curiosity reaches new heights on Mars.

· 2 min
Aerial view of atmospheric waves from the Tonga eruption, showcasing cloud patterns and wave formations.
Orbital Events

China's Space Programme: A Comprehensive Overview

China's space programme, led by the CNSA, is a major force in global space exploration, with significant achievements in satellite deployment and lunar exploration.

· 2 min
A CubeSat is ejected into Earth orbit from a small satellite orbital deployer
Orbital Events

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.

· 2 min
NASA's SpaceX Crew-9 Falcon 9 and Dragon spacecraft being transported to the launch pad at Space Launch Complex.
Orbital Briefing

SpaceX Starlink Launch and Astrobotic's Strategic Sale

SpaceX successfully launched 24 Starlink satellites, while Astrobotic's sale to Voyager promises expansion.

· 2 min
A stunning view of Saturn with its rings illuminated against a dark night sky, showcasing its majestic beauty.
Cosmic Gallery

Saturn's Night: A Celestial Dance Captured by Cassini

Cassini's final images reveal Saturn's night side and rings, a view impossible from Earth, showcasing the spacecraft's legacy.

· 2 min
A portable terminal used for satellite communication technology, featuring a compact design and advanced connectivity features.
Orbital Briefing

Elveo Mobile Launched to Revolutionise Direct-to-Device Services

Lynk and Omnispace have formed Elveo Mobile to advance direct-to-device services, a significant development in satellite communications.

· 2 min
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