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Archive for March 17th, 2011

Software update confuses Kepler

March 17th, 2011 by

During a planned contact on 14 March, NASA’s Kepler spacecraft experienced a safe mode event but remains healthy.
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DLR Center takes over operation of PRISMA satellites

March 17th, 2011 by

On 15 March 2011, the German Space Operations Center (GSOC) at the German Aerospace Center in Oberpfaffenhofen took over operation of the Swedish PRISMA satellite mission.
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OHB Technology AG results 2010

March 17th, 2011 by

The Management Board of OHB Technology AG presented audited 2010 consolidated financial statements.
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Guide to Satellite TV

March 17th, 2011 by

A look at satellite television. It’s history, pros and cons, myths, and truths.
Other Posts:SpaceX announces date for next Falcon 1 launch attemptNASA, m2mi to work on nanosat constellationIntelsat General to provide bandwidth for UAV operations in AfghanistanGlobalstar, Inc. results Q2 2010Seeing the Big Differences Between Satellite TV and CableHybrid Internet services planned for rural CanadaAustralia to participate in U.S. milsatcom systemAriane 5 launches Spanish, German satellites

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Broadband Video On Demand in Dish Network

March 17th, 2011 by

Broadband Video On Demand of Dish Network is an option to place order for on demand movies, shows and adult programs. There are three types of Broadband Video On Demand and they are…
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3D Video On Demand in Dish Network

March 17th, 2011 by

3D Video On Demand content are now available in Dish Network. This is a great news for the subscribers. Subscribers can enjoy watching Video On Demand movies and events in superb 3D.

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