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200th Ariane rocket being assembled

December 10th, 2010 by

Assembly of the milestone 200th Ariane is now underway at the Spaceport in preparation for its February 2011 mission with Europe’s second Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV), which will service the International Space Station.
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Excess fuel main suspect in Proton launch failure

December 10th, 2010 by

The state commission investigating the recent Proton launch failure has ruled out that the rocket’s three lower stages had anything to do with the incident. This clears the way for the launch of Eutelsat’s KA-SAT, which will nonetheless be slightly delayed. Meanwhile, Russia hopes to compensate for the loss of three GLONASS satellites by March 2011.
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Akatsuki was hit by fuel pressure drop, attitude loss

December 10th, 2010 by

The ongoing investigation into the failed Venus Orbit Insertion of Japan’s Akatsuki has revealed that something happened 2 minutes and 32 seconds into the manoeuvre, but the picture is still rather sketchy.
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Odyssey orbiter nears Martian longevity record

December 10th, 2010 by

By the middle of next week, NASA’s Mars Odyssey orbiter will have worked longer at Mars than any other spacecraft in history.
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Getting a Slice of Your Home Country With Satellite TV

December 10th, 2010 by

Imagine immigrating to another country where your language skills are limited and where your understanding the prevailing culture superficial. The difficulties and stress of being a newcomer in a foreign land can be overbearing, where the food, the dialogue, and even the television is distant and different. Home sickness overtakes you as you long for even just a slice of home and its associated comforts. With satellite television and its infinite channels-particularly its international channels-you can now watch the same programs and enjoy the same shows that you would in your home country.
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Understanding the Logistics Behind Satellite TV

December 10th, 2010 by

Satellite television definitely provides its customers satisfying and fulfilling television entertainment, with its wide selection of programs, ranging from newly-released films to popular televisions shows, from engaging documentaries to fun children’s programs. However, many households have misconceptions about the cable service, opting for other forms of television entertainment that pale in comparison. Households might think that it is too much of a hassle, that they cannot afford it or that it is simply incompatible with their current lifestyle. This guide provides you with the information and logistics behind this service so that you can make your own informed decision on whether it is a fit or not.
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Pros and Cons Selecting Satellite TV

December 10th, 2010 by

Should you still be watching satellite TV? Many people do not think that that it is the right choice because of the current climate. There are many choices available like cable TV, broadcast TV and analog TV.Other Posts:Boeing and Ball Aerospace announced SBSS readied for launchOld Russian military satellite sheds debrisUnited Launch Alliance Atlas V successfully launches WGS-2Cable TV 101: Setting Up Your Own CampaignIridium signs Coface facility agreementHarris to compete for U.S. Air Force’s NSOM contractBaikonur launch manifest for the rest of the yearHughes Communications, Inc. results Q3 2008

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Cable TV 101: The Advantages of Attracting Your Customers

December 10th, 2010 by

Running a business like cable or satellite TV is a tough task. One of the things that every business needs to apply in order to generate lots of customers or leads is what we call attraction. When we speak of attraction, it catches the attention of a customer about the product or service you promoted.Other Posts:WorldSpace results Q1 2008Lockheed Martin to develop concept for U.S. Space FenceNew financing allows Sea Launch to continue operationsFind Tempting Travel Programming on Your Satellite TVU.S. Army Seeks Wider International CooperationU-verse Coupon – The New TV RevolutionMastering the Kitchen With Satellite TVBall Aerospace receives MASINT order

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