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Archive for September 2nd, 2011

Russia plans next Proton launch

September 2nd, 2011 by

The next Proton M/Briz M launch is now expected by mid-September. The rocket is to loft a Russian military satellite.
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Delay of the day: CZ 2F/Tiangong-1

September 2nd, 2011 by

The launch of China’s Tiangong-1 spacecraft, part of China’s first orbital rendezvous and docking mission, has been rescheduled due to a satellite launch failure last month, China’s manned space programme spokesman said.
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Aquarius makes first ocean salt measurements

September 2nd, 2011 by

NASA’s Aquarius instrument has successfully completed its commissioning phase and is now making measurements from its near-polar orbit.
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Two Brazilian slots for StarOne

September 2nd, 2011 by

Embratel’s StarOne has won two Brazilian satellite orbital slots in an auction held by ANATEL, the Brazilian communications regulatory authority.
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Iunctus group acquires assets of RapidEye AG

September 2nd, 2011 by

RapidEye Canada Ltd., an affiliate of Iunctus Geomatics Corp., a supplier of optical satellite imagery in Canada, announced that it has acquired the assets RapidEye AG of Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany, a global provider of high-resolution imagery and geospatial solutions.
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COM DEV International Ltd. results Q3 FY 2011

September 2nd, 2011 by

COM DEV International Ltd. announced third quarter financial results for the three month period ending 31 July 2011.
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HDTV Antenna – Why You Should Get One

September 2nd, 2011 by

HDTV antennas provide better quality reception than cable and satellite units. They also eliminate the monthly fees that cable and satellite companies change. These HDTV antennas are very easy to install and easy to use. This article will explain why you should have one.
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HDTV Antenna – Why You Should Get One

September 2nd, 2011 by

HDTV antennas provide better quality reception than cable and satellite units. They also eliminate the monthly fees that cable and satellite companies change. These HDTV antennas are very easy to install and easy to use. This article will explain why you should have one.
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