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
UK CubeSat Pulsed Plasma Thruster shown at CubeSat Workshop
An innovative CubeSat Pulsed Plasma Thruster (PPT) was shown at the UK CubeSat Community Workshop attended by AMSAT-UK. The event was organized by the UK Space Agency (UKSA). Produced by the Southampton based company Mars Space Ltd the unit is claimed to be capable of...
Data Format for Korean OSSI CubeSat
Information has been released on the data format to be used by the Open Source Satellite Initiative (OSSI) CubeSat developed by Hojun Song DS1SBO. The OSSI Data Format spreadsheet can be seen at...
AMSAT-UK Attend UK Space Agency CubeSat Conference
AMSAT-UK attended the CubeSat Community Conference organized by the UK Space Agency (UKSA) which was held at the Open University. Workshop sessions included: • Update on UKube-1 • Plans for UKube-2 • Fostering a stronger and wider UK CubeSat Community Identifying...
PRISM CubeSat Photo Competition
Prof. Nakasuka of the University of Tokyo is running a photo contest to commemorate the 4th anniversary of the nano-satellite "PRISM", which was launched in January 2009. Anyone can vote for the best photo, so please join the contest! Further information is available...
Amateur Radio on BBC Show Between the Ears – Space Ham
Sound artist Caroline Devine sent the show Between the Ears into orbit in this celebration of amateur radio and space exploration that was broadcast on BBC Radio 3 on Saturday, January 19 at 2130 UT. A recording of the show is available until January 26 at...
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AMSAT-UK Nets
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