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 247 published reports.
How to Search the Satellite Database: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover how to use Orbital Radar's Satellite Directory to search and track over 31,000 objects in orbit, including active satellites and space debris.
Satellite Spotlight: TDRS — NASA's Data Relay Network in GEO
The Tracking and Data Relay Satellite (TDRS) system is a network of American communications satellites operated by NASA. Designed to support space missions by providing continuous data relay services, TDRS ensures that spacecraft and satellites have a constant link to ground stations.
Understanding TLE Format: A Comprehensive Guide
Two-Line Element sets (TLEs) are crucial for tracking satellites, providing data on orbit parameters and predictions.
Understanding TLEs: The Backbone of Satellite Tracking
A TLE, or Two-Line Element Set, is a data format encoding a satellite's orbital parameters, crucial for tracking its path in space.
How Satellite Internet Works: A Comprehensive Guide
Satellite internet connects remote areas by transmitting data between ground stations and satellites in orbit, such as Starlink's network.
Satellite Ground Stations: The Backbone of Space Communication
Satellite ground stations are vital for receiving data from and sending commands to satellites, enabling global communication and navigation.
TDRS: NASA's Geostationary Data Relay Network
The Tracking and Data Relay Satellite (TDRS) system is a network of American communications satellites that form part of NASA's Space Network. Established to provide continuous, high-data-rate communication with spacecraft, TDRS supports a range of missions, from the Hubble Space Telescope to the In
Satellite Imagery Explained: How Earth Observation Works
Satellite imagery is the process of capturing images of Earth from orbiting satellites, providing vital data for environmental monitoring, mapping, and more.
TDRS: NASA's Data Relay Network in Geostationary Orbit
The Tracking and Data Relay Satellite (TDRS) system is a network of American communications satellites operated by NASA. It provides critical data relay services between ground stations and spacecraft in low Earth orbit (LEO), including the International Space Station and the Hubble Space Telescope.
GOES Weather Satellites: Comprehensive Guide and Analysis
GOES weather satellites provide critical data for weather forecasting and monitoring. Discover their functions, history, and impact.
How to Track Satellites: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover how to track satellites in orbit, including understanding orbital parameters and using tracking tools effectively.
How Satellites Are Tracked: A Comprehensive Guide
Satellites are tracked using radar, optical telescopes, and radio signals, ensuring precise orbital data for over 28,000 objects.