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
Amateur Radio Assistance Requested: ISS Plasma Thrust Shadow Experiment
The Central Research Institute of Machine Building (TSNIIMASH) in Russia is conducting a series of space plasma experiments in order to evaluate the shape of previously observed "dead" zone, or shadowing due to the firing of an onboard arcjet plasma source. Radio...
London Hackspace work on HackSat One
In September 2011 members of London Hackspace took an Amateur Radio Foundation course at their original Shoreditch venue. It was led by Chris Driver G6CMD of the Verulam Amateur Radio Club and all passed. It is hoped further courses will be held in the future. The...
ARISSat-1 may de-orbit in April 2012
According to predictions from Mineo Wakita, JE9PEL, the ARISSat-1satellite is due to re-enter Earth's atmosphere in early April 2012. Launched from the International Space Station on August 8, the satellite is traveling in a low orbit and is steadily losing altitude....
We had a radio contact with the ISS – an unforgettable experience!
The International Space Station We had a radio contact with the ISS - an unforgettable experience! On Wednesday November 9 2011, from the early morning, tension was palpable throughout the Hospital. Finally the great day had arrived. We had been preparing since days...
UHF Station on ISS Columbus module
The amateur radio station located in the Columbus module is currently operational with the UHF Ericsson FM transceiver and AX.25 packet system using the frequency of 437.550 MHz. To utilize the the packet system, operators need to set the UNPROTO path to ARISS (the id...
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