In this issue of Integrity Flash (Edition 93), we track new Chinese satellite deployments, significant constellation shifts, and a major milestone in lunar communications:
Seven YG‑35/36 Trail2 satellites reduce their semi‑major axis, indicating coordinated orbital changes.
China’s high orbit internet satellite settles into GEO, reinforcing national broadband infrastructure.
Six new Yunhai‑2 Group 02 satellites launched, expanding atmospheric monitoring and SIGINT capability.
PIESAT SAR constellation takes shape, adding synthetic aperture radar to China’s commercial remote sensing landscape.
Lunar relay satellite launched, marking a key step toward sustained communication with the Moon’s far side.
In this issue of Integrity Flash (Edition 94), we cover China’s newest satellite deployments, examine shifting Russian GEO activity, and review fresh space threat intelligence:
China launches Yunhai‑3 02 weather satellite, enhancing atmospheric data collection capabilities.
New Yaogan‑42 01 satellite deployed, expanding China’s ISR satellite architecture.
CASI article explores China’s space logistics development, highlighting future on-orbit servicing and resupply ambitions.
Russia launches Resurs‑P no.4, extending its Earth observation capabilities.
LUCH‑5X maneuvers near a jammed satellite, sparking renewed scrutiny of its behavior.
Secure World Foundation releases 2024 Counterspace Report, detailing global anti-satellite capabilities and emerging threats.
In this issue of Integrity Flash (Edition 95), we track significant satellite maneuvers, atmospheric re-entries, and fresh assessments of global space threats:
China launches a new SuperView NEO satellite, expanding commercial Earth observation capabilities.
SY‑12 01 and 02 perform four fly-by operations, demonstrating increased activity and potential inspection missions.
Formation update on YG‑42 01 and YG‑35 02, with revised tracking and alignment analysis.
YG‑35 02C re-enters Earth’s atmosphere, creating noticeable drag and prompting deorbit tracking.
Long March‑6A upper stage debris event revisited, raising concerns over orbital sustainability.
Iran’s Khayyam satellite raises its orbit slightly, coinciding with escalating regional tensions.
CSIS releases the 2024 Space Threat Assessment, offering a comprehensive overview of counterspace risks and adversary capabilities.
In this issue of Integrity Flash (Edition 96), we examine China’s shifting space force structure, fresh satellite maneuvers, and the intensifying focus on very low Earth orbit (VLEO):
China reorganizes its military space command, officially disbanding the Strategic Support Force.
Yaogan‑42 02 launched, forming a new reconnaissance satellite cluster.
Update on the YG‑35/36/39/42 constellation, highlighting shifts in satellite groupings and formations.
Adventures in VLEO, exploring the advantages and challenges of operating at ultra-low altitudes.
Russia’s Cosmos‑2568 confirmed operational in VLEO, with continued monitoring underway.
Speculation on China’s VLEO testing, including potential missions and tech demonstrations.
In this issue of Integrity Flash (Edition 97), we cover a diverse mix of Chinese satellite deployments, new launch vehicles, and Russian space operations:
China launches SY‑23 experimentation satellite, advancing capabilities in on‑orbit testing.
TJS‑10 maneuvers westward, prompting renewed tracking of its orbital behavior.
New medium Earth orbit comm satellites deployed, signaling China’s growing MEO ambitions.
New Long March‑6C variant introduced, expanding China’s small-to-medium launch vehicle fleet.
Russia’s Cosmos‑2553 update, with revised assessments of mission purpose.
Cosmos‑2576 and other Russian activity, highlighting ongoing counterspace potential.
Special feature: How to survive a solar storm, with practical insights into space weather preparedness.
In this issue of Integrity Flash (Edition 98), we highlight a series of rapid Chinese launch events, major lunar milestones, and evolving space countermeasures:
China launches LM‑2D, marking another step in its expanding orbital cadence.
VLEO test satellite deployed, aimed at validating very low Earth orbit operations.
Sea launch and rapid dual CERES‑1 missions, executed within 48 hours by Galactic Energy.
Update on China’s spaceplane program, tracking development and test activity.
Successful lunar landing on the Moon’s far side, demonstrating deep space capabilities.
China launches PakSat, expanding regional satellite partnerships.
North Korea fails imagery satellite launch, reinforcing challenges in orbital reliability.
Russia’s Cosmos‑2576 activity continues, with new orbital behavior observed.
Russia reportedly advances in Starlink disruption, increasing concern over electronic counterspace tactics.
In this issue of Integrity Flash (Edition 99), we analyze recent geostationary activity and provide updates on emerging Chinese and Russian space capabilities:
TJS‑10 maneuvers observed, raising questions about satellite mission objectives.
Closer analysis of TJS‑10 and TJS‑3, exploring their proximity and potential coordination.
Jack’s Take: GEO Basics, a primer on geostationary orbit mechanics and strategic value.
China launches a new CERES‑1 mission, expanding access to orbit for small payloads.
China’s spaceplane update, tracking ongoing development of reusable orbital platforms.
Russia’s Cosmos‑2576 spotted, with new details on its behavior and possible purpose.
In this issue of Integrity Flash (Edition 100), we cover critical satellite maneuvers, geopolitical ISR developments, and growing strategic risk in orbit:
• YG‑35 01 formation fails, with notable implications for China’s satellite coordination strategies.
• Chinasat‑3A launched, continuing expansion of China’s GEO comms fleet.
• China’s perspective on SpaceX revealed in a rare internal analysis.
• RAND report highlights China’s increasing risk tolerance in space operations.
• North Korea’s Malligyong‑1 maneuvers again, suggesting active satellite management.
• Ukraine reportedly uses ICEYE SAR data to support real-time targeting success.
• Russia’s Resurs‑P1 breaks up in orbit, contributing to LEO debris concerns.
• Luch (Olymp)‑2 continues maneuvering, maintaining its pattern of GEO proximity operations.
In this issue of Integrity Flash (Edition 101), we explore a range of Chinese satellite launches and proximity operations, along with new developments in orbital intelligence:
• China launches GF‑11 05 and Tianhui‑5 02, continuing growth in EO and mapping platforms.
• Chinasat‑3A finds a GEO slot, finalizing its long-anticipated placement.
• China’s MEO internet constellation begins to take shape, signaling a new broadband initiative.
• Yaogan‑41 and TJS‑11 examined as an “odd couple†with overlapping orbital behavior.
• SJ‑23 performs flyby of Qatar comm satellite, raising questions about surveillance intent.
• Russia’s Luch (Olymp)‑2 maneuvers near Thor‑7, continuing its series of GEO proximity operations.
• Jack’s Astro Corner explains how to match Right Ascension of the Ascending Node (RAAN) during orbital alignment.
