https://spacewatch.global/tag/low-earth-orbit/ AN INDEPENDENT PERSPECTIVE ON SPACE Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:45:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://spacewatch.global/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/SpaceWatchGlobal-Sign-90x90.png https://spacewatch.global/tag/low-earth-orbit/ 32 32 https://spacewatch.global/2024/07/spacewatchgl-opinion-space-debris-causes/ Thu, 04 Jul 2024 08:00:19 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=55846 As of 2024, 9,494 active satellites are orbiting Earth according to the "Orbiting Now" statistics. The Government Accountability Office projects this number to increase to 58,000 satellites. This significant growth is driven by private sector initiatives, particularly the development of mega-constellations, with programs like Starlink being among the most extensive. The desire for more precise and secure data transmission is encouraging a wide range of institutions to engage in space-related activities.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/12/leolabs-and-aalyria-form-partnership-for-communications/ Wed, 06 Dec 2023 07:00:09 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=52655 LeoLabs, a commercial provider of Space Traffic Management (STM) and Space Situational Awareness (SSA), announced on the 4th of December that it signed a partnership agreement with Aalyria, the software-defined and optical networking communications company. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/10/spacewatchgl-opinion-eutelsat-oneweb-merger-transforming-the-global-satellite-landscape/ Fri, 06 Oct 2023 08:01:38 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=51555 In a noteworthy twist that has sent shockwaves through the global satellite industry, Eutelsat OneWeb, previously recognized as OneWeb Technologies, has orchestrated a merger of astronomical proportions with the esteemed Eutelsat Group. This strategic alliance, reshaping the contours of the communication satellite arena, has solidified Eutelsat OneWeb’s standing as the preeminent global satellite powerhouse, trailing only behind the illustrious SpaceX. The merger, which encompasses a vast constellation of nearly 700 satellites gracefully navigating both Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO), is poised to redefine the parameters of global connectivity.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/05/astra-reveals-new-larger-rocket/ Tue, 17 May 2022 07:00:35 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=40967 Launch vehicle company Astra, revealed its new launch vehicle suitable for heavier payloads and more frequent launches. Rocket 4.0 is part of the company’s Launch System 2.0. The launch vehicle will be able to carry up to 300 kg into low Earth orbit at a base price of US $3.95 million.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/05/clearspace-joins-the-net-zero-space-initiative/ Fri, 13 May 2022 06:00:06 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=40932 Sustainable in-orbit services company ClearSpace, is joining the Net Zero Space initiative launched by the Paris Peace Forum to avoid generating and actively remove debris from orbit, the company said. The program brings major industry players together to ensure safe and sustainable space operations.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/02/scottish-space-sector-introducing-roadmap-for-a-sustainable-future/ Wed, 23 Feb 2022 07:00:46 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=39446 Specialists from industry-led group, Space Scotland, are jointly working on a roadmap focusing on environmental issues regarding space. Space-focused strategic communications and market intelligence provider, AstroAgency, and research and strategy consultancy, Optimat, will develop the roadmap on behalf of Space Scotland’s Environmental Task Force with the backing of the Scottish Government.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2021/08/inmarsat-wants-leo-geo-5g-network-called-orchestra/ Mon, 02 Aug 2021 06:00:29 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=34806 On 29th July, Inmarsat announced its plans for ORCHESTRA, a communications network bringing together the benefits of multiple technologies for an integrated, high-performance solution. The plan is to draw together geosynchronous (GEO) satellites, low earth orbit satellites (LEO) and terrestrial 5G.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2021/07/rocket-lab-delivers-u-s-space-force-satellite-to-orbit/ Fri, 30 Jul 2021 06:00:22 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=34732 Rocket Lab has successfully launched the U.S. Space Force’s (USSF) research and development satellite into Low Earth Orbit (LEO). The mission was one of Rocket Lab’s over 100 satellite launches, its fourth launch for the year and its 21st Electron mission, the company said.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2021/07/space-start-up-varda-to-build-in-orbit-factories/ Fri, 30 Jul 2021 06:00:12 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=34737 California based Varda Space Industries, a start-up founded last year by a pair with experience at SpaceX and Founders Fund, has raised over $50 million for its first mission due in 2023. The first on-orbit space factory is planned to bring back 100 kg of material during its first assignment.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2020/10/virgin-orbit-looking-to-raise-up-to-200-million-of-funding/ Wed, 14 Oct 2020 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=27172&preview=true&preview_id=27172 Virgin Orbit looking to raise up to $200 million of funding]]> https://spacewatch.global/2020/09/nasas-bridenstine-urges-u-s-to-maintain-leo-presence-post-iss/ Fri, 25 Sep 2020 05:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=26515&preview=true&preview_id=26515 NASA's Bridenstine urges U.S. to maintain LEO presence post ISS]]> https://spacewatch.global/2020/06/spacewatchgl-opinion-resurrecting-oneweb-what-impact-for-the-global-space-industry/ Sun, 21 Jun 2020 08:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=23536&preview=true&preview_id=23536 https://spacewatch.global/2020/05/oneweb-seeks-to-increase-satellite-constellation-up-to-48000-satellites-to-meet-future-growth-and-demand/ Fri, 29 May 2020 05:00:08 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=22985 OneWeb, the global communications company with a mission to connect governments, businesses and people everywhere, submitted a modification request to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to increase the number of satellites in its constellation up to 48,000 satellites. This larger OneWeb constellation will allow for greater flexibility to meet soaring global connectivity demands.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2020/05/roccor-creates-helical-l-band-antenna-for-first-ever-space-demonstration-of-link-16-networks/ Mon, 25 May 2020 05:00:32 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=22725 This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2020/04/singapores-equatorial-space-reveals-dorado-sounding-rocket-launch-services/ Thu, 30 Apr 2020 05:00:13 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=22035 The Dorado, named after the swordfish constellation, will be Equatorial Space’s second rocket after the Low Altitude Demonstrator, pending launch due to the COVID-19 work and travel restrictions.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2020/04/equatorial-space-signs-letter-of-intent-with-uks-responsive-access/ Tue, 21 Apr 2020 05:00:15 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=21720 Singapore’s Equatorial Space announced on 17 April 2020 that it has signed a letter of intent to work with Scottish launch aggregator Responsive Access, on finding customers for launches of its small satellite launch vehicle.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2020/04/space-tango-wins-nasa-utilization-awards-for-leo-commercialization-of-biomedical-applications/ Tue, 14 Apr 2020 05:00:26 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=21517 Kentucky-based Space Tango, a leader in the commercialization of low-Earth orbit (LEO) for discovery and on-orbit manufacturing across a wide range of applications, today announced the award of three projects focused on biomedical application development on the International Space Station (ISS)]]> https://spacewatch.global/2019/10/leolabs-unveils-kiwi-space-radar/ Wed, 16 Oct 2019 05:00:07 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=16433 LeoLabs has introduced a new era of transparency in LEO today with the launch of its Kiwi Space Radar (KSR). As the first commercial radar to track objects in LEO smaller than 10 centimetres, the KSR sets a new standard for tracking the full range of threats to satellites from orbital debris.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2019/09/eutelsat-kicks-off-elo-its-constellation-of-nanosatellites-dedicated-to-the-internet-of-things/ Wed, 25 Sep 2019 05:00:26 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=16102 Eutelsat has unveiled its ELO constellation project targeting the Internet of Things (IoT) market.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2019/07/viasats-rte-service-provided-commissioning-and-operations-support-to-ga-ems-otb-satellite/ Thu, 25 Jul 2019 05:00:06 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=15261 Viasat's Real-Time Earth (RTE) service achieved a major milestone by providing ground station service support to General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems' (GA-EMS) Orbital Test Bed (OTB) satellite after its successful launch on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket on June 25, 2019. ]]>