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 29 published reports.
GOES-19: the weather watch at 35,786 kilometres
Operating as GOES East since April 2025, GOES-19 watches Atlantic hurricanes, American thunderstorms and solar activity from a near-fixed position above the equator.
Voyager 1: Humanity's Most Distant Spacecraft
Voyager 1 is a space probe launched by NASA on 5 September 1977. It is part of the Voyager programme, which also includes its twin, Voyager 2.
How Are Satellites Tested Before Launch?
Satellites face simulated launch loads and space conditions before flight. Thermal vacuum, vibration and acoustic tests expose faults that could otherwise end a mission.
Parts of a Satellite: Systems That Keep It Working
Discover the key components and systems inside a satellite that ensure its operation in space, including power, thermal control, and communication.
Satellite Radio Propagation: Finding the Best Contact Times
A satellite’s position is only part of a successful radio link. Learn how to interpret propagation heatmaps alongside pass predictions, space weather and your station’s limits.
Apollo 11: Illuminating the Lunar Surface
Discover the significance of the Apollo 11 mission's Solar Wind Composition Experiment, captured in a historic image by Neil Armstrong.
CosmoCube Satellite to Explore Early Universe from Lunar Far Side
The CosmoCube satellite will study the early universe from the Moon's far side, while Martian meteorite analysis reveals ancient water.
Tracking the Tesla Roadster in Deep Space
Learn how the Tesla Roadster is tracked in deep space using Orbital Radar's advanced tools, and explore the science behind its journey.
Unveiling the Stellar Treasures of the Carina Nebula
The James Webb Space Telescope reveals a star-forming pillar in the Carina Nebula, showcasing young stars and cosmic phenomena.
How Solar Cycles Affect Satellite Operations
Solar cycles influence satellite operations by affecting space weather, which can disrupt communications and increase orbital decay.
What Happens to Your Body in Space? The Human Effects
Spaceflight changes how bones, muscles, circulation and eyesight work. Explore the risks of long ISS stays, the countermeasures crews use and what recovery involves.
The Pulsar's Dance: A Cosmic Metronome in the Sky
Discover the pulsar, a cosmic marvel spinning 716 times per second, and its role in space science.