Tag: orbit

When a satellite travels through orbit at up to 17,500 mph, a fraction of a second can determine whether a course correction is successful, as even minor trajectory deviations can compromise mission objectives. Reliable impulse generation is therefore fundamental to satellite control. This task is typically performed by control nozzles known as hydrazine thrusters, where

SpaceX’s giant Starship rocket may have exploded during launch this week. However, that does not mean that Elon, or humanity for that matter, is not determined to enter a new era of space exploration.  To reach further out into the universe, we will need to not only figure out how to send people to Mars...

Virgin Orbit says it is pausing all operations amid reports that the company is furloughing almost all its staff as part of a bid to seek a funding lifeline. The U.S.-based satellite launch company confirmed it is putting all work on hold but didn't say for how long...