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 172 published reports.
Understanding Satellite Constellation Phasing: A Complete Guide
Constellation phasing is the process of arranging satellites in a constellation to ensure optimal coverage and functionality. Learn how it affects global satellite networks.
Understanding Mega-Constellations: The Future of Satellite Networks
Mega-constellations are large groups of satellites working together in low Earth orbit to provide global coverage. Discover their purpose and impact.
Guowang Satellites: China's Expansive State Constellation Explained
The Guowang satellites form China's state constellation, aiming to provide global satellite internet coverage. Explore its purpose, structure, and impact.
Astronomical Concerns Over Satellite Mega-Constellations
Astronomers express concern over satellite mega-constellations, while New Horizons approaches interstellar space.
How Many Starlink Satellites Fall Each Day?
1.5 Starlink satellites re-enter Earth's atmosphere each day, according to Orbital Radar data. Explore the reasons behind these controlled re-entries.
Starlink: The Mega-Constellation Reshaping Orbit
Starlink is a satellite internet constellation developed by SpaceX, designed to provide high-speed broadband internet across the globe, particularly in remote and underserved areas. As of now, it comprises 10,897 active satellites, making it the largest satellite constellation ever deployed.
OneWeb: The UK's Broadband Constellation
OneWeb is a satellite constellation designed to provide global broadband internet services. The project is led by OneWeb Ltd., a UK-based company, and aims to bridge the digital divide by delivering high-speed internet access to remote and underserved areas around the world.
China's Qianfan Mega-Constellation: A Complete Explainer
Qianfan satellites form a Chinese mega-constellation aimed at global internet coverage, challenging Starlink's dominance.
How Starlink Works: Architecture, Coverage & Orbital Mechanics
Starlink provides global internet coverage through a constellation of over 10,000 active satellites in low Earth orbit, utilizing advanced phased array antennas and laser links.
Amazon Kuiper: Comprehensive Guide to Amazon's Satellite Internet
Amazon Kuiper is a satellite internet constellation designed to provide global broadband coverage. Discover its mission, technology, and potential impact.
Iridium NEXT: The Flash-Free Replacement Constellation
Iridium NEXT is a constellation of 66 active communication satellites, designed to replace the original Iridium network. Launched between 2017 and 2019, these satellites provide global voice and data coverage, enabling connectivity for satellite phones, pagers, and integrated transceivers.
Iridium Flares: Predictable Satellite Flashes Explained
Iridium flares are bright flashes of light caused by sunlight reflecting off the antennas of Iridium satellites, once a common sight in our night sky.