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Starlink satellites: Facts, tracking and impact on astronomy
Reference Starlink satellites have been developed by SpaceX to provide internet to remote locations. Here we explore the controversial megaconstellation in more detail.
A SpaceX Starlink satellite is tumbling and falling out of space after partial breakup in orbit
One of SpaceX's Starlink broadband satellites suffered an anomaly in orbit on Wednesday (Dec. 17) that led to its partial breakup, according to the company.
'Crash Clock' reveals how soon satellite collisions would occur after a severe solar storm — and it's pretty scary
Satellites would likely begin colliding with each other or space junk in less than three days if they were to lose the ability to maneuver, for example due to an intense solar storm.
Satellite watches volcano spew ash over Middle East | Space photo of the day for Dec. 16, 2025
The ash plume disrupted flights as far away as India.
Surprise! 2 private spacecraft rendezvous in orbit on newly revealed 'Remora' mission
Two commercial spacecraft pulled off a surprise rendezvous in Earth orbit recently, showcasing skills that could pave the way for satellite servicing missions down the road.
Spacecraft from Chinese launch nearly slammed into Starlink satellite, SpaceX says
A satellite that rode to space Dec. 9 on a Chinese rocket nearly slammed into one of SpaceX's Starlink internet spacecraft, according to the company.
Satellite constellations could obscure most space telescope observations by late 2030s: 'That part of the image will be forever lost'
"The natural question that comes up is: how many more space telescopes will be affected when all these constellations are launched?"
See the metal guts of a satellite in this wild X-ray view | Space photo of the day for Dec. 4, 2025
The EURECA spacecraft flew on the space shuttle Atlantis in 1992.
