AMSAT-UK is a leading organization dedicated to advancing amateur satellite communications in the United Kingdom. Established to promote and support satellite experimentation and development, AMSAT-UK provides resources, education, and a community for enthusiasts of all skill levels. Whether you’re new to satellite communications or an experienced operator, AMSAT-UK offers valuable insights, technical resources, and opportunities to connect with fellow enthusiasts.
Through events like the annual Colloquium, AMSAT-UK brings together experts, hobbyists, and innovators to share knowledge and ideas. In addition to supporting satellite missions and projects, AMSAT-UK collaborates with international amateur satellite organizations, helping to expand the possibilities of amateur radio and satellite communications around the world.
Satellite News
LituanicaSAT-1 FM Transponder Active
The LituanicaSAT-1 (LO-78) team have announced activation of the FM transponder. Dear radio amateurs, I want to notify that finally after a long break (mainly due to ground station maintenance works) we have switched the transponder on again. Duty cycle will depend on...
Ofcom: Public Consultation on WRC-15
The UK communications regulator Ofcom has started a public consultation on the key issues to be considered at the World Radiocommunication Conference 2015 (WRC). These conferences are held approximately every four years and take key decisions concerning the...
ARTSAT1:INVADER CubeSat – Cosmic Poem
On Saturday, June 28, the ARTSAT1:INVADER CubeSat will transmit a Cosmic Poem on 437.200 MHz FM. The announcement says: Sound art, experimental poetry practice on an artificial satellite by Tomomi Adachi and Akihiro Kubota. Berlin-based Japanese sound...
Live Broadcast of School’s Balloon Launch
On Saturday, weather permitting, students at Queen Mary's Grammar School in Walsall will be launching a High Altitude Balloon "Armstrong" carrying a 434.400 MHz beacon. The launch is planned for 10am (0900 GMT) on Saturday, June 28, 2014 with reserve dates of June 29,...
MP Congratulates Students on near Space Program
Valerie Vaz MP has congratulated pupils at Queen Mary’s Grammar School in Walsall on their near Space Program which uses a 434 MHz downlink. Valerie said: “Pupils at Queen Mary’s Grammar School in my constituency are attempting to beat the altitude achieved by Felix...
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