@orbitalradar.bsky.socialMercury's shrinking by 7 km in diameter is clearer from space. Satellites track this rapid change, revealing a planet in motion.
Curious? Dive into the data at https://orbitalradar.com/satellite-eye for insights on planetary shrinkage.
@orbitalradar.bsky.social🛰️ Guowang Satellites: China's Ambitious State Constellation
Guowang is China's state-backed satellite constellation aimed at providing global internet coverage. Learn about its…
https://orbitalradar.com/blog/guowang-constellation-explainer
@orbitalradar.bsky.socialWhat's 14.0 lunar distances away and 5,372,781 km from Earth at 5.6 km/s? The asteroid 2026 RP2, cruising by on 2026-Sep-10. It's a safe, predictable pass.
Follow its journey live: https://orbitalradar.com/asteroid/2026-rp2
@orbitalradar.bsky.social29,420 objects orbit now, but it's the Boeing Starliner that intrigues. A crew capsule with NASA Commercial Crew, facing a rocky journey: thruster hiccups, OFT missions, and more.
Discover its story: https://orbitalradar.com/spacecraft/starliner #BoeingStarliner #SpaceExploration #OrbitalRadar
@orbitalradar.bsky.socialSee for yourself: 12 space objects will reenter Earth's atmosphere in 7 days. Most disintegrate, but the largest are headline-worthy. Reentry timing is unpredictable. Track each descent live at https://orbitalradar.com/satellite-reentry-tracker #OrbitalRadar #SpaceWatch
@orbitalradar.bsky.social🔭 James Webb Space Telescope at L2: A Deep Space Observatory
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is a large, space-based observatory designed to complement and extend the…
@orbitalradar.bsky.social29,414 tracked objects in orbit.
Our Guowang Tracker maps China's state constellation in real-time. Track both satellite variants live, see deployment history, and never miss when one passes over you.
Explore it all at: https://orbitalradar.com/guowang-tracker
@orbitalradar.bsky.socialNext launch: Long March 2D/YZ-3 | Unknown Payload in ~19h.
What mysteries will it unveil? Tune in to follow its journey as China sends yet another enigma into orbit.
Live updates at https://orbitalradar.com/launch-schedule
@orbitalradar.bsky.social29,407 tracked objects in orbit, yet BeiDou stands out. Compare China's GPS rival live across its 3 orbital regimes—MEO, IGSO, GEO. Discover which satellites are above you now and how BeiDou stacks up against GPS.
@orbitalradar.bsky.social🛰️ China's Space Programme: A Comprehensive Overview
China's space programme, led by the CNSA, is a major force in global space exploration, with significant achievements in satellite…
@orbitalradar.bsky.social🛰️ Satellite Re-entry: NORAD 47752 Expected on 9 September 2026
NORAD 47752 is predicted to re-enter Earth's atmosphere on 9 September 2026 at 03:21 UTC. Track it live on…
https://orbitalradar.com/blog/satellite-reentry-norad-47752-2026-09-09
@orbitalradar.bsky.social🔭 Landsat 9: Earth Observation from 705 km
Landsat 9 is the latest satellite in the Landsat programme, a joint initiative by NASA and the United States Geological Survey (USGS)…
@orbitalradar.bsky.social12 objects tracked to reenter Earth's atmosphere in the next 7 days. Most burn up, but the largest could make it through. Reentry timings carry real uncertainty.
Keep an eye on live updates at https://orbitalradar.com/satellite-reentry-tracker
@orbitalradar.bsky.social🔭 Explore the Mars Globe: Your Live Mars Map Guide
The Mars Globe tool offers a live map of Mars, showcasing orbiters, rovers, and weather patterns. Explore the Red Planet in real-time.
@orbitalradar.bsky.social29,435 tracked objects orbiting, each adding layers to our skies.
Qianfan Tracker maps China's Thousand Sails satellites in real-time. See deployment progress, launch history, and when one crosses over your sky.
Track live: https://orbitalradar.com/qianfan-tracker
@orbitalradar.bsky.social29,436 objects orbit Earth now. Each faces solar storms with the power to disrupt US power grids.
Satellites assess these risks, mapping geomagnetic storms' potential damage.
Explore our propagation heatmap for insights: https://orbitalradar.com/propagation-heatmap
@orbitalradar.bsky.social📸 Pluto's Hidden Hues: Revealing the Dwarf Planet's True Colours
Pluto's surface, captured by New Horizons, reveals unexpected geological diversity in enhanced colour, showcasing its…
@orbitalradar.bsky.socialNext launch: Soyuz 2.1b with Progress MS-35 in ~44h. 🚀
Another chapter in orbital logistics begins. This mission joins 29,473 tracked objects, ensuring supplies reach the ISS.
Track it live and see the countdown here: https://orbitalradar.com/launch-schedule
@orbitalradar.bsky.social🚀 Isar Aerospace's Spectrum Rocket: Europe's New Launch Contender
Isar Aerospace's Spectrum rocket is a promising European launch vehicle aiming to provide cost-effective satellite…
https://orbitalradar.com/blog/isar-aerospace-spectrum-rocket
@orbitalradar.bsky.social🛰️ From Theory to Reality: The Journey of Black Hole Discoveries
Black holes, once theoretical constructs, have been confirmed through observations of gravitational waves and stellar…
https://orbitalradar.com/blog/journey-black-hole-discoveries