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
Ofcom Consultation: Improving spectrum access for Wi-Fi
Ofcom wishes to boost the use of Wi-Fi in Amateur Radio spectrum at 5725-5850 MHz. The Amateur Satellite Service weak-signal downlink band, 5830-5850 MHz, is used by amateur payloads on Deep-Space and Interplanetary spacecraft as well as by satellites in Low Earth...
Special certificate to celebrate 30 years of LUSAT
AMSAT-LU will be issuing a special certificate to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the launch of LUSAT (LO-19) during LUSAT week which takes place January 18-26, 2020. AMSAT Argentina LU7AA says: On Jan-22-1990 LUSAT/LO-19 was launched along with AO-16, DO-17, WO-18,...
Qarman beacon telemetry information released
QARMAN, a nano-satellite designed and built at VKI, was launched to the International Space Station on December 5, 2019. Deployed is expected to take place in the week of February 12, 2020. QARMAN (Qubesat for Aerothermodynamic Research and Measurements on AblatioN)...
Beijing’s draft ham radio regulations raise concerns
ARRL reports on Beijing's draft Measures for the Administration of Amateur Radio Stations which appear to threaten 136 kHz and most amateur bands above 146 MHz. ARRL say: Lide Zhang, BI8CKU, told ARRL that the proposal would prohibit amateur operation on the...
December 2019 issue of OSCAR News now available for download
E-members of AMSAT-UK can now download the December 2019 edition of OSCAR News, issue 228, here. The paper edition should be sent to postal members in 2-3 weeks. In this issue: • From the Secretary’s Keyboard • Minutes of the Annual General Meeting • 2020 Meetings...
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