Colloquium 2024

AMSAT-UK Colloquium 2024 is set to take place on October 12-13, at Kents Hill Park Conference Centre in Milton Keynes. Join us for an exciting weekend of satellite discussions and networking, held in conjunction with the RSGB Convention.

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

BBC Micro and AMSAT-UK Software Library

The first 6502 based BBC microcomputers were produced on December 1, 1981. They proved popular with radio amateurs who used them for RTTY, Cambridge Packet Radio, SSTV and running the AMSAT-UK software library. The Cambridge Packet Radio software was popular in the...

AMSAT VP-Educational Outreach

Mark Hammond, N8MH appointed AMSAT VP-Educational Outreach AMSAT President Barry Baines, WD4ASW has announced the appointment of Mark Hammond, N8MH as AMSAT Vice President-Educational Relations. Barry noted, "The subject of educational outreach was well discussed at...

Keychain Satellite

This "Keychain-Satellite", just 5*5*5 cm, uses tiny Arduino based hardware Watch FemtoSatellite model(1/2) [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M57MpkEiebA&w=420&h=315] Watch FemtoSatellite model(2/2) [youtube...

Danish Euroluna Project on TV

Tor Foss Mortensen of Google X-Prize team Euroluna (OZ9LUNA) appeared in the Danish TV show Aftenshowet. Euroluna is developing a 2U CubeSat MiniRomit1 which was shown on TV.  Watch Tor i Aftenshowet [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRvIrN5p2wY] Twitter:...

SpaceX Applies for Dragon Frequencies

Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX) has submitted an application for Special Temporary Authority to the FCC. They request the use of frequencies in the 400 MHz and 2200 MHz bands under the callsign WF9XGI . The application says: The purpose of this operation...

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