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 20 published reports.
Genesis Capsule's Fiery Return: A Solar Wind Odyssey
In 2004, NASA's Genesis capsule crash-landed in Utah, bringing back solar wind samples that unveiled secrets of the Sun's composition and the Solar System's formation.
Parker Solar Probe: Touching the Sun
The Parker Solar Probe is a NASA mission designed to study the outer corona of the Sun. Launched on 12 August 2018 aboard a Delta IV Heavy rocket, the probe aims to gather unprecedented data on solar activity and the solar wind, which are critical to understanding space weather.
Rocket Lab Acquires Iridium, Expanding Satellite Comms Reach
Rocket Lab's $8 billion acquisition of Iridium signals a strategic expansion in satellite communications. Starlink satellites adjust orbits, and New Horizons observes solar wind changes.
Auroral Wonder: A Celestial Dance Captured from Orbit
A vivid aurora photographed from the ISS showcases the interplay of atmospheric particles and solar winds, creating a luminous spectacle.
SOHO: The Sun-Watching Observatory at L1
The Solar and Heliospheric Observatory, commonly known as SOHO, is a collaborative project between the European Space Agency (ESA) and NASA. Launched on 2 December 1995, SOHO has been instrumental in providing continuous observations of the Sun.
ESA-China SMILE Mission Launches to Study Earth's Magnetosphere
The ESA-China SMILE mission has launched, aiming to deliver the first global images of Earth's magnetosphere.
Sunspot Spectacle: AR 4478 Illuminates the Solar Surface
Discover AR 4478, a colossal sunspot group, its effects on Earth, and the science of solar activity.
SOHO: The Sun-Watching Observatory at L1
The Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO) is a joint mission by the European Space Agency (ESA) and NASA, launched to study the Sun. Since its launch on 2 December 1995, SOHO has been providing critical data on solar activity, including solar flares and coronal mass ejections (CMEs).
Space Weather Effects: Understanding Solar Storms and Their Impact
Space weather refers to the environmental conditions in space as influenced by the Sun, impacting satellites, communication systems, and Earth's magnetic field.
SpaceX Launches CRS-34 Mission as ESA-China SMILE Prepares for Lift-off
SpaceX launches CRS-34 mission to the ISS, delivering science and cargo, while ESA-China's SMILE mission prepares to study Earth's magnetic shield.
Voyager 1: Humanity's Most Distant Spacecraft
Voyager 1 is a space probe launched by NASA on September 5, 1977, as part of the Voyager programme. It was designed to study the outer planets of our solar system and is now the farthest human-made object from Earth.
Comet R3 PanSTARRS Meets Orion: A Celestial Encounter
A stunning composite image captures Comet R3 PanSTARRS alongside the Orion Nebula, offering insights into both ancient and new celestial phenomena.