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AMSAT NEWS SERVICE
ANS-297
The AMSAT News Service bulletins are a free, weekly news and information
service of AMSAT, The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation. ANS publishes
news related to Amateur Radio in Space including reports on the activities
of a worldwide group of Amateur Radio operators who share an active
interest in designing, building, launching and communicating through analog
and digital Amateur Radio satellites.
The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur Radio in
Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.
Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to: ans-editor [at]
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In this edition:
* Virtual AMSAT Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting – October 30,
2021
* AMSAT-UK International Space Colloquium - October 24, 2021 - October 24,
2021
* ASRTU-1 With V/u FM Transponder Submitted for IARU Coordination
* ARISS News
* Upcoming Satellite Operations
* Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
* Satellite Shorts From All Over
ANS-297 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins
To: All RADIO AMATEURS
From: Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation
712 H Street NE, Suite 1653
Washington, DC 20002
DATE 2021 Oct 24
Virtual AMSAT Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO, Memorial Space Symposium and Annual
General Meeting – October 30, 2021
Due to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, AMSAT has changed
plans for its 39th Annual Symposium and General Meeting from an in-person
event to a virtual event. Additionally, the event has been renamed in honor
of Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO (SK), Director Emeritus and President Emeritus of
AMSAT and Amateur Radio satellite pioneer. Clark died on September 28th. He
was 82.
This is a chance for “Amateur Radio in Space” enthusiasts from all corners
of the globe to learn more about AMSAT’s Strategic Plan, GOLF program,
CubeSat Simulator and other exciting developments taking place in the
amateur satellite world.
AMSAT will host its 2021 AMSAT Virtual Space Symposium and Annual General
Meeting on Zoom for its members on Saturday, October 30th from 9:00am CDT –
5:00pm CDT (UTC-5). The event will be a combination of pre-recorded video
segments along with live question and answer sessions.
Registration for members is required and is available on AMSAT’s Member
Portal, launch.amsat.org. Registration is free and registered attendees
will receive a digital copy of the AMSAT Symposium Proceedings, entered
into the Symposium prize drawings, and be able to participate in
discussions during each question and answer session.
The 2021 AMSAT Dr. Tom Clark K3IO Memorial Space Symposium and Annual
General Meeting will be available to the general public on AMSAT’s YouTube
channel, https://youtu.be/RTvcceM7Tz0 at no cost.
Tentative Schedule
9:00am CDT – Opening Remarks
9:15am CDT – 1:00 pm CDT – General Presentations
1:00pm CDT - 2:00 pm CDT - ARISS Update
2:00pm CDT – 3:00 pm CDT – AMSAT Education / CubeSat Simulator
3:00pm CDT – 4:00 pm CDT – AMSAT Engineering
4:00pm CDT – 5:00 pm CDT – 2021 AMSAT Annual General Meeting
Questions regarding the Symposium can be directed to info at amsat dot org.
[ANS thanks the Symposium organizers for the above information]
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Join the 2021 President's Club!
Score your 2" 4-Color Accent Commemorative Coin.
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You won't want to miss it!
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AMSAT-UK International Space Colloquium - October 24, 2021
The AMSAT-UK International Space Colloquium will be held as an online Zoom
Webinar on Sunday the 24th October 2021. You don’t have to be a member of
AMSAT-UK to attend, and the event is free.
The Colloquium will run from 10.45 BST to approximately 16.00 BST
(0945-1500 GMT). A full programme of the event is available at
programme-for-amsatuk-20211014
This year’s colloquium will be in the form of a Zoom Webinar. It’s easy to
use, simply register at the address below, and follow the instructions
which will arrive by email.
Please register before the 24th , or join live at
https://tinyurl.com/AMSATUK2021Colloquium
The 2021 colloquium will also be streamed via YouTube.
Our channel is at https://www.youtube.com/user/AMSATUK
The event will be hosted by members of AMSAT-UK and formally opened by our
Chairman, Martin Sweeting, G3YJO.
Each presentation will be followed by a 5 minute Q+A session, which will
allow those viewing via Zoom, to pose questions to the speakers.
The 2021 colloquium will be followed by the AMSAT-UK AGM and after a short
break there will be an informal evening discussion session on ‘All things
satellite.’
[ANS thanks AMSAT-UK for the above information]
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Need new satellite antennas? Purchase Arrows, Alaskan Arrows,
and M2 LEO-Packs from the AMSAT Store. When you purchase through
AMSAT, a portion of the proceeds goes towards
Keeping Amateur Radio in Space.
https://amsat.org/product-category/hardware/
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ASRTU-1 With V/u FM Transponder Submitted for IARU Coordination
The Harbin Institute of Technology has applied for IARU Coordination of
ASRTU-1. Among other capabilities, the satellite will provide a V/u FM
Transponder.
ASRTU-1 is a 12U Cubesat mission designed by Russian and Chinese university
students for education and amateur radio. The amateur radio station onboard
ASRTU-1 will provide telecommand uplink and telemetry / digital image
downlink. Harbin Institute of Technology has successfully developed several
amateur radio satellites, including LilacSat-2 (CAS-3H), LilacSat-1
(LO-90), DSLWP-A (LO-93) and DSLWP-B (LO-94). A new SDR based transceiver
was developed for ASRTU-1 to provide communication and experiment resources
to radio amateurs, including a V/u FM transponder, a UHF telemetry downlink
and a 10.5G image downlink. The satellite will also provide an open
telecommand to allow radio amateurs to send commands to control the
satellite to take and download images. Proposing 9k6 BPSK telemetry and
NBFM repeater downlinks on UHF and 1 Mbps/10mbps QSPK downlink on X Band
for image downloads. The repeater uplink will be on VHF using a 67Hz PL.
Planning a Roscosmos launch from Vostochny in Q4 2022 into a 530km SSO.
[ANS thanks the IARU for the above information]
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AMSAT's GOLF Program is about getting back to higher orbits, and it all
begins with GOLF-TEE – a technology demonstrator for deployable solar
panels, propulsion, and attitude control, now manifested for launch on
NASA's ELaNa 46 mission. Come along for the ride. The journey will be
worth it!
https://tinyurl.com/ANS-GOLF
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ARISS News
Tarwater Elementary School, Chandler, AZ, multi-point telebridge via W7MRF
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be NA1SS
The downlink frequency is presently scheduled to be 145.800 MHz
The scheduled astronaut is Shane Kimbrough KE5HOD
Contact is go for: Thu 2021-10-28 17:44:11 UTC 76 deg
Watch for livestream at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPilOdNyB3F9NG8F8TTK_Bw (***)
The next mode change is expected to occur at the end of October.
The latest information on the operation mode can be found at
https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html
The latest list of frequencies in use can be found at
https://www.ariss.org/contact-the-iss.html
[ANS thanks Charlie Sufana, AJ9N, one of the ARISS operation team mentors,
for the above information]
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AMSAT, along with our ARISS partners, is developing an Amateur
Radio package, including two-way communication capability, to
be carried on-board Gateway in lunar orbit.
Support AMSAT's projects today at https://www.amsat.org/donate/
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Upcoming Satellite Operations
Galapagos Islands: HD8, GALAPAGOS ISLANDS. Members of the Tifariti Gang/DX
Friends will be active as HD8R from Galapagos Islands (SA-004) between
October 26th and November 7th. Operators mentioned are Toni/EA5RM (Team
Leader), Alberto/EA1SA, Gen/EA5EL, Raul/EA5KA, Javier/EA5KM, Manuel/EA7R,
Jose Ramón/EA7X, Flo/F5CWU, Jean Jacques/F5NKX, Tony/F8ATS, Fausto/HC5VF,
Faber/HK6F, Simone/IK5RUN and Fabrizio/IN3ZNR. The pilot station will be
Tony, EC7ZK. Activity will be on 160-6 meters, including 60m, using CW,
SSB, the Digital modes and low orbit satellites, with at least 4 stations
that include Spiderbeams, verticals, Inverted “Ls” and beverages. Check
with K9JKM for details.
NA-008. (Zone 2) After being silent for 18 months, operators Alex/VE1RUS
and Pierre/VE3TKB will once again be active as VY0ERC from the Eureka
Weather station this October. This station is operated by the Eureka
Amateur Radio Club [probably the most northerly located amateur radio club
in the world] from Eureka, Nunavut. The VY0ERC team (VE1RUS and VE3KTB) is
now in preparation to be active from the Polar Environment Atmospheric
Research Laboratory between October 12th and November 22nd, (time and
weather conditions permitting). They plan to participate in CQWW DX SSB and
the ARRL Sweepstakes Contests. Outside of the contests, the suggested bands
are 40 and 20 meters (possibly 80m), as well as FM satellites (from ER60,
EQ79) using SSB, the Digital modes (FT8 and RTTY) and very slow CW.
Activity will be limited to their spare time. QSL via M0OXO, OQRS or
direct. For updates, see:https://twitter.com/vy0erc
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT rover page manager, for the above
information]
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Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
AMSAT Ambassadors provide presentations, demonstrate communicating through
amateur satellites, and host information tables at club meetings, hamfests,
conventions, maker faires, and other events.
No events are currently scheduled.
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT Events page manager, for the above
information]
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Want to fly the colors on your own grid expedition?
Get your AMSAT car flag and other neat stuff
from our Zazzle store!
25% of the purchase price of each product goes
towards Keeping Amateur Radio in Space
https://www.zazzle.com/amsat_gear
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Satellite Shorts From All Over
+ On October 10th, F4DXV and A65GC set a new distance record on PO-101 -
commpleting a 5,256 km QSO between JN04or70cl in France and LL74el99hm in
Abu Dhabi at 12:21 UTC. https://www.amsat.org/satellite-distance-records/
+ UVSQ-SAT's FM transponder will be active from 1200 UTC to 2300 UTC on
Sunday, October 24th. The uplink is 145.905 MHz and the downlink is 437.020
MHz. Log QSOs to LoTW using "UVSQ"
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* Memberships are available for annual and lifetime terms.
Contact info [at] amsat.org for additional membership information.
73 and remember to help Keep Amateur Radio in Space!
This week's ANS Editor,
Paul Stoetzer, N8HM
n8hm at amsat dot org
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AMSAT NEWS SERVICE
ANS-290
The AMSAT News Service bulletins are a free, weekly news and information service of AMSAT, The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation. ANS publishes news related to Amateur Radio in Space including reports on the activities of a worldwide group of Amateur Radio operators who share an active interest in designing, building, launching and communicating through analog and digital Amateur Radio satellites.
The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur Radio in Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.
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In this edition:
* Virtual AMSAT Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting - October 30, 2021
* AMSAT-UK International Space Colloquium to be held on Zoom 24 Oct 2021
* New APRS Satellites are now functioning
* PSAT2 (NO-104) enabled for APRS-2-Voice
* Changes to AMSAT-NA TLE Distribution as of October 14, 2021
* ARISS News
* Upcoming Satellite Operations
* Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
* Satellite Shorts From All Over
ANS-290 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins
To: All RADIO AMATEURS
From: Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation
712 H Street NE, Suite 1653
Washington, DC 20002
DATE 2021 Oct 17
Virtual AMSAT Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting - October 30, 2021
Due to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, AMSAT has changed plans for its 39th Annual Symposium and General Meeting from an in-person event to a virtual event.
This is a chance for "Amateur Radio in Space" enthusiasts from all corners of the globe to learn more about AMSAT's Strategic Plan, GOLF program, CubeSat Simulator and other exciting developments taking place in the amateur satellite world.
AMSAT will host its 2021 AMSAT Virtual Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting on Zoom for its members on Saturday, October 30th from 9:00am CDT – 5:00pm CDT (UTC-5). The event will be a combination of pre-recorded video segments along with live question and answer sessions.
Registration for members is required and is available on AMSAT's Member Portal, launch.amsat.org. Registration is free and registered attendees will receive a digital copy of the AMSAT Symposium Proceedings, entered into the Symposium prize drawings, and be able to participate in discussions during each question and answer session.
The 2021 AMSAT Virtual Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting will be available to the general public on AMSAT's YouTube channel, https://youtu.be/RTvcceM7Tz0 at no cost.
Final papers for the Symposium Proceedings must be submitted by October 18, 2021 to Dan Schultz, N8FGV, n8fgv at usa dot net. Symposium presentations should be limited to 15 minutes of pre- recorded video. Video presentations must be submitted by October 18, 2021 to Paul Stoetzer, N8HM, n8hm at arrl dot net. We ask that presenters be available to take questions via Zoom following the airing of their pre-recorded video.
Tentative Schedule
9:00am CDT - Opening Remarks
9:15am CDT – 2:00 pm CDT - General Presentations
2:00pm CDT – 3:00 pm CDT - AMSAT Education / CubeSat Simulator
3:00pm CDT – 4:00 pm CDT - AMSAT Engineering
4:00pm CDT – 5:00 pm CDT - 2020 AMSAT Annual General Meeting
Questions regarding the Symposium can be directed to info at amsat dot org.
[ANS thanks the Symposium organizers for the above information]
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Join the 2021 President's Club!
Score your 2" 4-Color Accent Commemorative Coin.
This gold finished coin comes with
Full Color Certificate and Embroidered "Remove Before Flight" Key Tag
Donate today at
https://www.amsat.org/join-the-amsat-presidents-club/
You won't want to miss it!
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The AMSAT-UK International Space Colloquium will be held as an online Zoom Webinar on the 24th October 2021
The Colloquium will run from 09.45 UTC to approximately 15.00 UTC. A full programme of the event is available at www.amsat-uk.org/colloquium You don’t have to be a member of AMSAT-UK to attend, and the event is free of charge.
This year’s colloquium will be in the form of a Zoom Webinar. It’s easy to use, simply register at the address below, and follow the instructions which will arrive by email.
Please register before the 24th , or join live at https://tinyurl.com/AMSATUK2021Colloquium
The 2021 colloquium will also be streamed via YouTube.
Our channel is at https://www.youtube.com/user/AMSATUK
The event will be hosted by members of AMSAT-UK and formally opened by our Chairman, Martin Sweeting, G3YJO.
Each presentation will be followed by a 5 minute Q+A session, which will allow those viewing via Zoom, to pose questions to the speakers.
The 2021 colloquium will be followed by the AMSAT-UK AGM and after a short break there will be an informal evening discussion session on ‘All things satellite.’
[ANS thanks David Bowman G0MRF - AMSAT-UK for the above information]
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Need new satellite antennas? Purchase Arrows, Alaskan Arrows,
and M2 LEO-Packs from the AMSAT Store. When you purchase through
AMSAT, a portion of the proceeds goes towards
Keeping Amateur Radio in Space.
https://amsat.org/product-category/hardware/
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New APRS Satellites are now functioning:
KE4AZZ McKinley Henson reports a new APRS satellite was heard on 145.825. BEACON: DX4MYA To APTT4 Via WIDE1-1:Mabuhay! This is the APRS-DP of Maya-4. But it appears to use DX3MYA callsign substitution when digipeating because on the next pass he sent a few beacons with wide1-1. He was digi’d several times but the following made it into the network.
KE4AZZ>APRS,DX3MYA*,WIDE1*,qAR,KD8THX-6:
>121508z[224] KE4AZZ EL87
KE4AZZ>APRS,DX3MYA*,WIDE1*,qAR,KD8THX6:
=2702.06N/08209.93W`KE4AZZ EL87
Robert MacHale, KE6BLR comments on the two new APRS satellites added to the APRS constellation: "They are in an approximate ISS orbit from which they were deployed a week or so ago. They also use the alias of ARISS making operations easy."
Christy Hunter KB8LTY reports:
"I got 6 beacons digi'd thru MAYA-3 today (10/13/21). (never heard MAYA-4 beacons although heard it yesterday) I used 2 separate paths, ARISS, and DX3MYA, both were successful.I used TLEs (named from SatNOgs using Celestrak):"
maya-3
1 49273U 98067SS 21285.96953269 .00027554 00000-0 48953-3 0 9997
2 49273 51.6413 120.2941 0005565 120.1632 239.9909 15.49963282 1115
maya-4
1 49274U 98067ST 21286.09863284 .00026959 00000-0 47967-3 0 9992
2 49274 51.6413 119.6562 0005462 119.5971 240.5562 15.49933665 1138
See all APRS sats on http://aprs.org/sats.html
(ANS thanks Bob Bruninga, WB4APR, Robert MacHale, KE6BLR, and Christy Hunter, KB6LTY for the above information.
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AMSAT's GOLF Program is about getting back to higher orbits, and it all
begins with GOLF-TEE – a technology demonstrator for deployable solar
panels, propulsion, and attitude control, now manifested for launch on
NASA's ELaNa 46 mission. Come along for the ride. The journey will be
worth it!
https://tinyurl.com/ANS-GOLF
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PSAT2 (NO-104) enabled for APRS-2-Voice
Bob Bruninga reports: "We are enabling PSAT2 for users (including APRS2Voice)"
"Here is how to use it (The status bits should show 01001110)
1) Use 145.825 for digipeater (along with other APRS satellites)
2) For digipeating use one of these paths: APRSAT, ARISS, etc
3) For APRS2voice send an APRS message to PSAT-SAY
4) Begin the first 10 chars of the message with "CCCCCC sez ..."
5) Followed by the text to be spoken.(no quotes)
6) CCCCCC is your callsign right-padded to 6 with spaces."
"The satellite should ACK the packet uplink and then speak the text.APRS-to-Voice is enabled if the status bit is enabled: 01001110. showing that:
Reserved bit always on (01xxxxxx)
PDK31 is disabled (xxxx1xxx)
Digipeater is enabled (xxxxx1xx
APRS2voice is enabled (xxxxxx1x)
PSAT2 Voltage telemetry has failed so we will turn the PSAT2 user modes on as long as they work. Live telemetry on http://aprs.org/psat2.html"
[ANS thanks Bob Bruninga, WB4APR for the above information]
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Changes to AMSAT-NA TLE Distribution as of October 14, 2021
The following two cubesats (added last week) have been identified and the names have changed as follows:
Maya-3 - NORAD Cat ID 49273 (was listed as OBJECT SS).
Maya-4 - NORAD Cat ID 49274 (was listed as OBJECT ST).
Thanks to Christy, KB6LTY for the identifications.
The following satellite has been added to this week’s AMSAT TLE Distribution:
IT-SPINS – NORAD Cat ID 49017
Thanks to David Klumpar,KD7MFJ for requesting this addition
[ANS thanks Ray Hoad, WA5QGD, AMSAT Orbital Elements Manager for the above information]
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Want to fly the colors on your own grid expedition?
Get your AMSAT car flag and other neat stuff
from our Zazzle store!
25% of the purchase price of each product goes
towards Keeping Amateur Radio in Space
https://www.zazzle.com/amsat_gear
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ARISS NEWS
Amateurs and others around the world may listen in on contacts between amateurs operating in schools and allowing students to interact with astronauts and cosmonauts aboard the International Space Station. The downlink frequency on which to listen is 145.800 MHz worldwide.
Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2021-09-15 15:30 UTC
Quick list of scheduled contacts and events:
Jean Alloitteau School, Vinça, France, direct via F1MOJ. The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be FXØISS. The downlink frequency is presently scheduled to be 145.800 MHz. The latest information on the operation mode can be found at https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html. The scheduled astronaut is Thomas Pesquet KG5FYG. Contact is go for: Mon 2021-10-18 08:06:12 UTC 38 deg
Next mode changes as of 12 October:
Columbus Module radios:
+IORS (Kenwood D710GA) – STATUS - Configured. Supporting packet operation (145.825 MHz up & down). Next planned mode change is to cross band repeater (145.990 MHz up {PL 67} & 437.800 MHz down) around first part of November.
+Power down for upcoming Soyuz undocking on Oct. 17. Turning OFF Oct. 16 about 15:20 UTC. Back ON Oct. 18 about 07:55 UTC
+Power down for upcoming Progress relocate on Oct. 21-22. Turning OFF Oct. 20 about 18:00 UTC. Back ON Oct. 22 about 17:55 UTC.
+Power down for upcoming Progress docking on Oct. 30.
+Supporting USOS scheduled voice contacts, packet and voice repeater ops.
Service Module radios:
Kenwood D710E – STATUS - Radio usually off.
+Power down for upcoming Soyuz undocking on Oct. 17. Turning OFF Oct. 17 about 15:20 UTC.
+Power down for upcoming Progress relocate on Oct. 21-22. Turning OFF Oct. 20 about 18:00 UTC.
+Power down for upcoming Progress docking on Oct. 30.
+Supporting ROS scheduled voice contacts and SSTV.
The latest information on the operation mode can be found at https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html
The latest list of frequencies in use can be found at https://www.ariss.org/contact-the-iss.html
[ANS thanks Charlie Sufana, AJ9N, one of the ARISS operation team mentors for the above information]
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AMSAT, along with our ARISS partners, is developing an Amateur
Radio package, including two-way communication capability, to
be carried on-board Gateway in lunar orbit.
Support AMSAT's projects today at https://www.amsat.org/donate/
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Upcoming Satellite Operations
Quick Hits:
WA8ZID: I hope to get some passes in OCT 14-18 on FM birds for the 60th Anniversary of the West Valley ARC in DM33. Not a rare grid but it is a rare call. We will be on HF as well but I do want to get some satellite stations for the 5 days we are authorized with W7V callsign. A certificate is available for those who are interested.
Major Roves:
Galapagos Islands: HD8, GALAPAGOS ISLANDS. Members of the Tifariti Gang/DX Friends will be active as HD8R from Galapagos Islands (SA-004) between October 26th and November 7th. Operators mentioned are Toni/EA5RM (Team Leader), Alberto/EA1SA, Gen/EA5EL, Raul/EA5KA, Javier/EA5KM, Manuel/EA7R, Jose Ramón/EA7X, Flo/F5CWU, Jean Jacques/F5NKX, Tony/F8ATS, Fausto/HC5VF, Faber/HK6F, Simone/IK5RUN and Fabrizio/IN3ZNR. The pilot station will be Tony, EC7ZK. Activity will be on 160-6 meters, including 60m, using CW, SSB, the Digital modes and low orbit satellites, with at least 4 stations that include Spiderbeams, verticals, Inverted “Ls” and beverages. Check with K9JKM for details.
NA-008. (Zone 2) After being silent for 18 months, operators Alex/VE1RUS and Pierre/VE3TKB will once again be active as VY0ERC from the Eureka Weather station this October. This station is operated by the Eureka Amateur Radio Club [probably the most northerly located amateur radio club in the world] from Eureka, Nunavut. The VY0ERC team (VE1RUS and VE3KTB) is now in preparation to be active from the Polar Environment Atmospheric Research Laboratory between October 12th and November 22nd, (time and weather conditions permitting). They plan to participate in CQWW DX SSB and the ARRL Sweepstakes Contests. Outside of the contests, the suggested bands are 40 and 20 meters (possibly 80m), as well as FM satellites (from ER60, EQ79) using SSB, the Digital modes (FT8 and RTTY) and very slow CW. Activity will be limited to their spare time. QSL via M0OXO, OQRS or direct. For updates, see:https://twitter.com/vy0erc
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT rover page manager, for the above information]
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Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
AMSAT will host its 2021 AMSAT Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO, Memorial Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting on Zoom for its members on Saturday, October 30th from 9:00am CDT – 5:00pm CDT (UTC-5). The event will be a combination of pre-recorded video segments along with live question and answer sessions. Registration for members is required and is available on AMSAT’s Member Portal for the 39th AMSAT Virtual Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting. Go to: https://launch.amsat.org/Events. You will need to log in to access the registration page.
Updates may be found at: https://www.amsat.org/other-events/
AMSAT Ambassadors provide presentations, demonstrate communicating through amateur satellites, and host information tables at club meetings, hamfests, conventions, maker faires, and other events.
From Clint Bradford,K6CLS, AMSAT Ambassador:
"Pulled off a doubleheader last Monday: I performed two satellite shows back-to-back - one in Ohio and one in Portland.
Found out ARRL Director Dale WA8EFK was going to be in attendance in Ohio. Oh my gosh - should I take off my crazy Buzz Aldrin Collection shirt and get something more conservative on?
Naw ... (grin)
We each had prepared a "salute" to the club for winning a prestigious award for their outstanding club newsletter. And I received this the next day in my In Box -
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Hi Clint,
Your presentation was a real hoot! It was fun being your "target" and I think we all enjoyed it. I really like your presentation style, it is so relaxed, personal and really moves along.
Oh, and one thing more, I learned a lot!
Thanks 73,
Dale R. Williams WA8EFK
Director
Great Lakes Division
AMSAT Ambassador Clint Bradford, K6LCS, makes online presentations to Amateur Radio clubs and other interested organizations. Contact Clint at http://www.work-sat.com or by phone at 909-999-SATS (7287) to arrange a presentation.
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT Events page manager, and Clint Bradford, K6CLS for the above information]
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Satellite Shorts From All Over
+ The latest AMSAT Rover Award goes to Richard Nolet, VA3VGR. Richard is awardee #61. The AMSAT Rover award is earned by those who acheive a score of 25 points by meeting the crieteria that is described on the AMSAT Rover Award page: https://www.amsat.org/amsat-rover-award/ (ANS thanks Bruce KK5DO, AMSAT Director of Contests & Awards for the above information.)
+ Using IC-705 with SDR-Console v3 for satellite QSOs: Lars Thunberg, SM0TGU has posted some additional "how to" information for IC-705 users: "I have made a small update for my guide about using the IC-705 for satellite QSO with the SDR-Console as control software and receiver. https://www.amsat.se/2021/01/01/working-satellites-with-ic-705-pstrotator-s… 73, Lars SM0TGU" Lars has posted a number of good "how-to" blogs on the AMSAT-SM website. (ANS thanks Lars Thunberg, SM0TGU, Webmaster, AMSAT-SM for the above information.)
+ UVSQ-SAT: Transponder active on October 17, 2021 from 12 p.m. UTC to 11 p.m. UTC. The LATMOS team has programmed the UVSQ-SAT satellite to go into transponder mode on Sunday, October 17, 2021 from 12 p.m. UTC. The transponder will be active for 11 consecutive hours. From October 16 at 12:00 UTC, an ASCII message will be broadcast to announce that transponder mode will be activated. More information on the satellite: UVSQsat (amsat-f.org)(ANS thanks Paul Stoetzer, N8HM, for the above information.)
+ Adapter structure with 10 CubeSats installed on top of Artemis moon rocket. Workers at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center have lifted the Orion Stage Adapter on top of the Space Launch System moon rocket, adding the structure housing 10 CubeSat rideshare payloads heading into deep space on the Artemis 1 mission. But three of the CubeSat missions missed their opportunity to fly on the first SLS mission.
NASA has not announced a target launch date for the mission, known as Artemis 1, but it is expected to fly some time in early 2022. The test flight will pave the way for the next SLS/Orion mission, Artemis 2, to carry four astronauts to lunar orbit as soon as 2023. More information available at : https://bit.ly/3FETY0P (ANS thanks Stephen Clark of Spaceflight Now for the above information.)
+ Orbiting between Mars and Jupiter lies a large asteroid, averaging 225 km in diameter (and shaped like a potato! 🥔) and made largely (30-60%) of metal—its size and composition make it unique in our solar system. This is Psyche, a mysterious world full of questions. How was it created? What is the connection between it and the other planets? What does a metal-rich surface look like? Dr. Lindy Elkins-Tanton at Arizona State University, principal investigator of the Psyche mission, leads a team that’s aiming to solve the mystery of how Psyche was created. Scientists suspect that Psyche is a stripped core of a planetesimal: a metal core left floating in space after collisions stripped at least some of the rocky mantle surrounding it. The Psyche mission was selected along with its sister mission Lucy as the 14th mission in NASA’s Discovery program. The Psyche spacecraft is jointly built; its body, the Solar Electric Propulsion chassis, comes from Maxar Technologies, but its brains, the main computer and software, come from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. More at https://bit.ly/3aA7V1G (ANS thanks The Orbital Index for the above information.)
+ AMSAT-EA is already working on the mission of what will be the first satellite of URE (Spain's national amateur radio society), URESAT-1. The URESAT satellite are based on the experience of the previous GENESIS missions, with the GENESIS-N and GENESIS-L satellites (which were lost due to rocket failure in September), and EASAT-2 and Hades, which are scheduled to launch with SpaceX on January 10 from Cape Canaveral. It is expected that said satellite will incorporate an FM voice repeater, FSK transmissions and some type of on-board experiment, which could be a camera with SSDV transmissions or some type of propellant. (ANS thanks Southgate ARC and Union Radioaficionados Espanoles for the above information)
+ The astronauts who will ride SpaceX’s newest Dragon spaceship into orbit later this month have named their spacecraft “Endurance” as a tribute to the human spirit and a historic sailing vessel used by Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton. The new spacecraft, previously known by serial number “Capsule 210,” is scheduled to launch to the ISS on Oct. 30 carrying Raja Chari, KI5LIU, Tom Marshburn, KE5HOC, Matthias Maurer, KI5KFH, and Kayla Barron, KI5LAL. SpaceX’s first two crew-rated Dragon spaceships were named "Endeavour" and "Resilience" by the astronauts who first flew on them. (ANS thanks Spaceflight Now for the above information)
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73 and remember to help Keep Amateur Radio in Space!
This week's ANS Editor, Jack Spitznagel, KD4IZ
kd4iz at frawg dot org
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In this edition:
* Four CubeSats Deployed from ISS
* Notice of the AMSAT-UK 2021 Annual General Meeting
* CubeSat Offers Developers Training Course
* ARRL Continues Preservation Efforts for 3 GHz Band
* Changes to AMSAT-NA TLE Distribution for October 7, 2021
* ARISS News
* Upcoming Satellite Operations
* Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
* Satellite Shorts From All Over
ANS-283 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins
To: All RADIO AMATEURS
From: Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation
712 H Street NE, Suite 1653
Washington, DC 20002
DATE 2021 OCT 10
Four CubeSats Deployed from ISS
JAXA announced four CubeSats deploy from ISS on October 6 with J-SSOD. The satellites are Binar-1, Maya-3, Maya-4 and CUAVA-1. All four satellites operate in Amateur Radio bands.
The four CubeSats launched and their descriptions are as follows:
Binar-1
1U CubeSat
Country of Origin: Australia
Downlink: 437.292MHz, 435.810MHz 19k2 GMSK
Uplink: 435.810MHz
http://www.amsatuk.me.uk/iaru/finished_detail.php?serialnum=730
https://www.binarspace.com/
Maya-3, Maya-4
1U CubeSat
Country of Origin: Philippines (Part of the BIRDS Project)
Downlink: 145.825MHz APRS, 437.375MHz CW, 4k8 GMSK
http://www.amsatuk.me.uk/iaru/finished_detail.php?serialnum=711
http://www.amsatuk.me.uk/iaru/finished_detail.php?serialnum=712
https://stamina4space.upd.edu.ph/upcoming-satellites/maya-3and4/
CUAVA-1
3U CubeSat
Country of Origin: Australia
Downlink: 437.075MHz 9k6 GMSK, 2440.000MHz, 5840.000MHz, 76.750GHz high speed
Uplink: 145.875MHz, 2404.000MHz, 5660.000MHz, 76.750MHz
http://www.amsatuk.me.uk/iaru/finished_detail.php?serialnum=671
https://www.cuava.com.au/projects/cuava-1/
[ANS thanks Masahiro Asai, JN1GKZ for the above information.]
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Join the 2021 President's Club!
Score your 2" 4-Color Accent Commemorative Coin.
This gold finished coin comes with
Full Color Certificate and Embroidered "Remove Before Flight" Key Tag
Donate today at
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You won't want to miss it!
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Notice of the AMSAT-UK 2021 Annual General Meeting
There will not be an in-person AMSAT-UK International Space Colloquium this year. Instead they will be holding an Online Event on Sunday, October 24, 2021. The AMSAT-UK convention will run from 11am BST/10:00 GMT to approximately 5:00pm, with a break for lunch and several short breaks during the day. Persons do not have to be a member of AMSAT-UK to attend, and the event is free of charge. The event will be in the form of a Zoom Webinar. There is no special software to install - a browser plug-in issued by Zoom.
The event will be formally opened by AMSAT-UK Chairman, Martin Sweeting, G3YJO. The complete meeting agenda is as follows:
- Welcome by the Chairman of AMSAT-UK
- Apologies for Absence
- Minutes of the 2020 Annual General Meeting to be read and agreed as a true record
- Chairman's Report
- Honorable Secretary's Report
- Treasurer's Report
- Election of the 2021/2022 Committee
- Any Other Business
Details of the Zoom link will be published on the colloquium web page: https://amsat-uk.org/colloquium/
[ANS thanks AMSAT-UK for the above information.]
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CubeSat Offers Developers Training Course
Cal Poly CubeSat Laboratory offers a training course that is intended for new CubeSat developers primarily focused on providing participants with a general understanding of a CubeSat’s parts and functions, an introduction to CubeSat design trades, systems engineering processes and basic knowledge of CubeSat testing.
Participants learn about:
- Choosing the correct components for the mission
- Performing trade studies
- Reviewing, understanding, and creating requirements
- Project management
- Necessary licensing
- The different types of launch providers and opportunities
- Typical functional and space environment testing
In addition to advising students in technical engineering work, staff members work closely with the students to teach best practices with regard to project management, as well as general laboratory management. The staff provides continuity for laboratory operations, allowing for smooth transition of institutional knowledge in an environment that has high turnover in the student workforce. Over the course of their careers, CPCL staff members have integrated over 160 CubeSats on 25 missions and 12 different launch vehicles .
Interested parties should contact cubesat(a)calpoly.edu for more information and to schedule a training session for their group.
[ANS thanks Cubesat.org for the above information.]
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Need new satellite antennas? Purchase Arrows, Alaskan Arrows,
and M2 LEO-Packs from the AMSAT Store. When you purchase through
AMSAT, a portion of the proceeds goes towards
Keeping Amateur Radio in Space.
https://amsat.org/product-category/hardware/
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ARRL Continues Preservation Efforts for 3 GHz Band
ARRL President Rick Roderick, K5UR, in a written statement on the newly filed H.R.5378 before the US House Commerce Communications and Technology Subcommittee on Wednesday, urged Congress to direct the FCC to preserve amateur radio’s secondary use of the 3-GHz band. Approximately 10 days ago, ARRL became aware of a provision in the $3.5 Billion Budget Reconciliation Bill that would have required that approximately 200 MHz of the 3.1 – 3.45-GHz band be reallocated to the use of 5G vendors.
President Roderick pointed out that in earlier proceedings, the FCC adopted methods to ensure unencumbered spectrum access by primary users while accommodating secondary users on a non-interference basis. “These methods work well and remain effective without complaint in other frequency bands, and also should be applied to the 3 GHz band,†he said.
Primary commercial users “would rarely use all of their licensed spectrum throughout their entire licensed service areas,†President Roderick said. In its recent 3 GHz proceeding, however, the FCC “went beyond merely prohibiting amateur operations in areas and at times when primary Commission licensees might use the spectrum,†ruling instead that all amateur operation in the subband being auctioned must terminate within 90 days of the auction’s close. President Roderick told the FCC that it is not logical for the Commission to leave spectrum unused before licensees start using it.
For the complete story go to tinyurl.com/ANS-283-3GHZ.
[ANS thanks the ARRL for the above information.]
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Changes to AMSAT-NA TLE Distribution for October 7, 2021
Four new cubesats have been deployed from the ISS on October 6. CUAVA-1 has been identified as NORAD Cat ID 49275. The other three remain to be identified. Therefore, the following satellites have been added to this
week's AMSAT TLE Distribution:
OBJECT SR - NORAD Cat ID 49272 (To be identified)
OBJECT SS - NORAD Cat ID 49273 (To be identified)
OBJECT ST - NORAD Cat ID 49274 (To be identified)
CUAVA-1 - NORAD Cat ID 49275
Thanks to Space-Track and Celestrak for the identifications.
Additionally, four additional cubesats are waiting suitable weather conditions to be placed in orbit by JAXA Epsilon rocket in Japan. The next opportunity will be Friday morning. The satellites are TeikyoSat-4, Z-Sat, KOSEN-1, and NanoDragon.
The following satellites have decayed from orbit and have been removed from the AMSAT TLE Distribution:
Raavana-1 - NORAD Cat ID 44329 (Decay Epoch 10-03-2021)
Uguisu - NORAD Cat ID 44330 (Decay Epoch 10-07-2021)
NepliSat-1 - NORAD Cat ID 44331 (Decay Epoch 10-03-2021)
[ANS thanks Ray Hoad, WA5QGD, AMSAT Orbital Elements Manager, for the above information.]
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AMSAT's GOLF Program is about getting back to higher orbits, and it all
begins with GOLF-TEE – a technology demonstrator for deployable solar
panels, propulsion, and attitude control, now manifested for launch on
NASA's ELaNa 46 mission. Come along for the ride. The journey will be
worth it!
https://tinyurl.com/ANS-GOLF
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ARISS NEWS
Amateurs and others around the world may listen in on contacts between amateurs operating in schools and allowing students to interact with astronauts and cosmonauts aboard the International Space Station. The downlink frequency on which to listen is 145.800 MHz worldwide.
+ Upcoming Contacts
Mary Hare School, Newbury, UK, direct via GB4MHN
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be NA1SS.
The downlink frequency is presently scheduled to be 145.800 MHz.
The scheduled astronaut is Mark Vande Hei KG5GNP.
Contact is go for Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 11:12:33 UTC.
Watch for a livestream at: https://live.ariss.org
Ecole Louis Armand, Carquefou, France, Institut Universitaire de Technologie, Carquefou, France, Collège Les Sables D'Or, Thouare Sur Loire, France; direct via F5KEQ/P
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be FXØISS.
The downlink frequency is presently scheduled to be 145.800 MHz.
The scheduled astronaut is Thomas Pesquet KG5FYG.
Contact is go for Wednesday, October 13 at 13:39:19 UTC.
+ Completed Contacts
Lycée Pierre Paul Riquet, St Orens De Gameville, France and CSUT University Space Center of Toulouse, Toulouse, France, Multi-point telebridge via IK1SLD
The ISS callsign was FXØISS.
The downlink frequency was 145.800 MHz.
The astronaut was Thomas Pesquet KG5FYG
Contact was successful on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 12:40:14 UTC.
Congratulations to the Lycée Pierre Paul Riquet and CSUT University Space Center of Toulouse students and Thomas!
The latest information on the operation mode can be found at https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html
The latest list of frequencies in use can be found at https://www.ariss.org/contact-the-iss.html
[ANS thanks Charlie Sufana, AJ9N, one of the ARISS operation team mentors for the above information.]
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AMSAT, along with our ARISS partners, is developing an amateur
radio package, including two-way communication capability, to
be carried on-board Gateway in lunar orbit.
Support AMSAT's projects today at https://www.amsat.org/donate/
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Upcoming Satellite Operations
+ DM33; October 14-18, 2021
WA8ZID hopes to get some passes on FM birds for the 60th Anniversary of the West Valley ARC in DM33. Not a rare grid but it is a rare call with W7V callsign. A certificate is available for those who are interested.
+ Galapagos Islands; October 26-November 7, 2021
Members of the Tifariti Gang/DX Friends will be active as HD8R from Galapagos Islands (SA-004) between October 26 and November 7, 2021. Activity will include low orbit satellites. Check with K9JKM for details.
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT rover page manager, for the above information.]
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Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
+ 2021 AMSAT Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO, Memorial Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting
Due to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, AMSAT has changed plans for its 39th Annual Symposium and General Meeting from an in-person event to a virtual event. Additionally, the 2021 AMSAT 39th Annual Space Symposium and General Meeting has been renamed in honor of Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO (SK), Director Emeritus and President Emeritus of AMSAT and Amateur Radio satellite pioneer. Clark died on September 28, 2021. He was 82.
This is a chance for “Amateur Radio in Space†enthusiasts from all corners of the globe to learn more about AMSAT’s Strategic Plan, GOLF program, CubeSat Simulator and other exciting developments taking place in the amateur satellite world.
AMSAT will host the 2021 AMSAT Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO, Memorial Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting on Zoom for its members on Saturday, October 30,2021 from 9:00am CDT – 5:00pm CDT (UTC-5). The event will be a combination of pre-recorded video segments along with live question and answer sessions.
Registration for members is required and is available on AMSAT’s Member Portal, launch.amsat.org. Registration is free and registered attendees will receive a digital copy of the AMSAT Symposium Proceedings, entered into the Symposium prize drawings, and be able to participate in discussions during each question and answer session.
The 2021 AMSAT Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO, Memorial Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting will be available to the general public on AMSAT’s YouTube channel, https://youtu.be/RTvcceM7Tz0 at no cost.
Final papers for the Symposium Proceedings must be submitted by October 18, 2021 to Dan Schultz, N8FGV, n8fgv at usa dot net. Symposium presentations should be limited to 15 minutes of pre- recorded video. Video presentations must be submitted by October 18, 2021 to Paul Stoetzer, N8HM, n8hm at arrl dot net. We ask that presenters be available to take questions via Zoom following the airing of their pre-recorded video.
Tentative Schedule
9:00am CDT – Opening Remarks
9:15am CDT – 2:00 pm CDT – General Presentations
2:00pm CDT – 3:00 pm CDT – AMSAT Education / CubeSat Simulator
3:00pm CDT – 4:00 pm CDT – AMSAT Engineering
4:00pm CDT – 5:00 pm CDT – 2020 AMSAT Annual General Meeting
Questions regarding the Symposium can be directed to info at amsat dot org.
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT Events page manager, for the above information.]
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Satellite Shorts From All Over
+ UoSAT-OSCAR-9 (UoSAT-1), developed at the University of Surrey by Martin Sweeting G3YJO and his team, was launched into orbit 40 years ago on October 6, 1981. UoSAT-1 was the first modern microsatellite with in-orbit re-programmable computers and its signals were decoded and analyzed by thousands of radio amateurs, schools & universities around the world. Find out about the audacious favors Sir Martin Sweeting G3YJO called in to get UoSAT-1 off the ground in 1981, and the ingenious hack he used to vibration test it using a car and Guildford High Street! Read the UoSAT-1 story at:
https://www.sstl.co.uk/media-hub/latest-news/2021/the-story-of-uosat-1-inge…
[ANS thanks AMSAT-UK for the above information.]
+ In June this year (2021) the antenna control of the 20-meter antenna at the observatory Bochum was damaged by a heavy lightning strike and had to be repaired. The system was successfully recommissioned at the end of August, including a new fine calibration. On behalf of DLR, the Bochum Observatory and AMSAT-DL are now again supplying space weather data from the STEREO-A spacecraft to NASA and the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC). The successful repair is also due to the team of volunteers of AMSAT-DL and Observatory Bochum. Especially mentioned are Mario DL5MLO, James G3RUH, Thilo DJ5YM, Jens DH6BB, Ralf Höhinghaus and Peter DB2OS.
[ANS thanks AMSAT-DL for the above information.]
+ Satellite swarms are threatening the night sky. Is low-Earth orbit the next great crucible of environmental conflict? Almost overnight, a new arena of environmental conflict has opened up. Astronomers aren’t the only ones who see an existential threat. Environmentalists, amateur stargazers, and Indigenous leaders are working to revive astronomical traditions and see an affront to the planet’s dwindling dark skies, an act as vandalistic as carving initials into a tree trunk—in front of the whole world. Read the entire article, The Fault in Our Stars in Science magazine at tinyurl.com/ANS-283-Stars
[ANS thanks Science.org for the above information.]
+ NOAA announced the appointment of 15 non-government members to the new Space Weather Advisory Group (SWAG). The SWAG was established by Public Law 116-181, the Promoting Research and Observations of Space Weather to Improve the Forecasting of Tomorrow Act of 2020, also known as the PROSWIFT Act. The members were chosen to provide a range of views that represent the span of the space weather community and end-user sectors. The SWAG will receive advice from the academic community, the commercial space weather sector, and nongovernmental space weather end-users to inform the National Science and Technology Council’s Space Weather Operations, Research, and Mitigation (SWORM) Interagency Working Group (IWG). Read the entire article at tinyurl.com/ANS-283-Space-Weather.
[ANS thanks NASA and QRZ.com for the above information.]
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Contact info [at] amsat.org for additional membership information.
73 and remember to help Keep Amateur Radio in Space!
This week's ANS Editor, Frank Karnauskas, N1UW
n1uw at amsat dot org
Cheers,
Frank Karnauskas, N1UW
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The AMSAT News Service bulletins are a free, weekly news and information
service of AMSAT, The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation. ANS publishes
news related to Amateur Radio in Space including reports on the activities
of a worldwide group of Amateur Radio operators who share an active
interest in designing, building, launching and communicating through analog
and digital Amateur Radio satellites.
The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur Radio in
Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.
Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to: ans-editor [at]
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In this edition:
* Past AMSAT President and Director, and Amateur Satellite Pioneer Tom
Clark, K3IO, SK
* 2021 AMSAT Space Symposium to Honor the Late Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO
* VUCC Awards-Endorsements for October 1, 2021
* Call for Papers for the AMSAT Space Symposium
* October 1st JAXA Epsilon Launch Carrying Amateur Radio Payloads Scrubbed,
Launch Now October 3rd
* Apogee View - From the July/August 2021 AMSAT Journal
* Changes to AMSAT TLE Distribution for September 30, 2021
* ARISS News
* Upcoming Satellite Operations
* Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
* Satellite Shorts From All Over
ANS-276 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins
To: All RADIO AMATEURS
From: Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation
712 H Street NE, Suite 1653
Washington, DC 20002
DATE 2021 Oct 3
Past AMSAT President and Director, and Amateur Satellite Pioneer Tom Clark,
K3IO, SK
AMSAT-NA Past President and ham radio satellite and digital pioneer Tom
Clark, K3IO (ex-W3IWI), of Columbia, Maryland, died on September 28 after a
short illness and hospital stay. An ARRL Life Member, he was 82. Clark’s
accomplishments are legendary, and he left a lasting footprint in the
worlds of amateur radio satellites and digital techniques.
“His long-time technical achievements, mentoring to others, and technical
leadership will be missed by his many peers and friends the world over,”
said Bob McGwier, N4HY.
To honor Clark, AMSAT has rebranded its upcoming annual gathering as the
2021 AMSAT Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO, Memorial Space Symposium and Annual General
Meeting. It will take place on October 30 via Zoom. (AMSAT members may
register to attend via AMSAT’s Membership and Event portal.) The event will
be livestreamed on AMSAT’s YouTube channel.
A founding member of Tucson Amateur Packet Radio (TAPR), Clark was a
co-founder of the TAPR/AMSAT DSP Project, which led to software-defined
radio (SDR). He was a leader in the development of the AX.25 packet radio
protocol. Clark served as AMSAT’s second President, from 1980 until 1987.
He also served on the AMSAT and TAPR Boards.
In concert with McGwier, Clark developed the first amateur Digital Signal
Processing (DSP) hardware, including a number of modems. He developed the
uplink receivers and the spacecraft LAN (local area network) architecture
used on all the Microsats (AMSAT-OSCAR 16, Dove-OSCAR 17, WEBERSAT-OSCAR
18, LUSAT-OSCAR 19, Italy-OSCAR 26, AMRAD-OSCAR 27, and TMSAT-OSCAR 31).
McGwier said it was Clark who convinced him in 1985 that the future lay in
DSP.
“We started the TAPR/AMSAT DSP [digital signal processing] project, and it
was announced in 1987,” McGwier recounted. “We showed in our efforts that
small stations with small antennas could bounce signals off the moon, and,
using the power of DSP, we could see the signals in our computer displays.”
This led to the software-defined transponder (SDX) for satellite work,
including ARISSat and AMSAT’s Phase 3E.
Clark received a doctorate in astrogeophysics from the University of
Colorado. He went on to serve as Chief of the Astronomy Branch at NASA
Marshall Space Flight Center and was a Senior Scientist at NASA Goddard
Space Flight Center, where he was principal investigator for the Space Very
Long Baseline Interferometry (VLBI) activity there.
In 2005, Clark became the first non-Russian to be awarded a Gold Medal of
the Russian Academy of Sciences for his contributions to the international
VLBI network. He is a member of the 2001 class of CQ magazine’s Amateur
Radio Hall of Fame.
In 2016, ARRL awarded Clark with its President’s Award, to recognize his 60
years of advancing amateur radio technology. On that occasion, McGwier
said, “There would be no AMSAT to inspire all of this work without Tom
Clark. Tom…saved the organization and inspired all of us to look to the
future and aim for the stars.”
Clark was a Fellow of the American Geophysical Union and the International
Association of Geodesy.
[ANS thanks the ARRL for the above information]
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2021 AMSAT Space Symposium to Honor the Late Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO
The 2021 AMSAT 39th Annual Space Symposium and General Meeting has been
renamed in honor of Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO (SK), Director Emeritus and
President Emeritus of AMSAT and Amateur Radio satellite pioneer. Clark died
on September 28th. He was 82.
The 2021 AMSAT Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO, Memorial Space Symposium and Annual
General Meeting will be held virtually on Zoom on October 30th. AMSAT
members may register to attend via AMSAT's Member Portal,
https://launch.amsat.org.
The 2021 AMSAT Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO, Memorial Space Symposium will also be
available to the general public as a livestream event on AMSAT's YouTube
channel, https://youtu.be/RTvcceM7Tz0.
Please join us to celebrate the many contributions of Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO,
and the exciting opportunities of Amateur Radio in space.
[ANS thanks Robert Bankston, KE4AL, AMSAT President, for the above
information]
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VUCC Awards-Endorsements for October 1,2021
Here are the endorsements and new VUCC Satellite Awards issued by the ARRL
for the period September 1, 2021 through October 1, 2021. Congratulations
to all those who made the list this month!
Congratulations to Douglas Tabor N6UA on achieving the AMSAT GridMaster
CALL Sept. October
K8DP 1262 1275 ex-KD8CAO
N8RO 1105 1111
N0JE 675 681
ND0C 531 555
KF6JOQ 503 553
N4DCW 476 525
VE1VOX 507 510
WA4HFN 454 505
K5TA 479 500
W8LR 479 500
KX9X 302 420
DF2ET 300 400
VE4MM 361 376
EA2AA 346 375
KX9X (EN50) 250 363
KQ4DO 306 353
KA9P 259 301
AD5JK 102 263
KD0ZW New 216
XE2YWH 187 205
VE3KY 182 201
XE1MYO 100 200
N8MR 154 175
DG7RO New 172
KN4ZUJ 100 170
KC1MEB 102 168
N8URE (EL95) 134 163
N0RC 104 151
N1DM New 151
WD9EWK (DM25) New 120
XE2YWH (DL82) New 110
OE7BJT New 107
XE2YWH (DL82) New 105
9M2CQC New 104
JH0BBE New 100
W3VHF New 100
XE2HWB New 100
If you find errors or omissions. please contact me off-list at
<mycall>@<mycall>.com and I'll revise the announcement.This list was
developed by comparing the ARRL .pdf listings for the two months. It's a
visual comparison so omissions are possible. Apologies if your call was not
mentioned. Thanks to all those who are roving to grids that are rarely on
the birds. They are doing a lot of the work!
[ANS thanks Ron Parsons, W5RKN, for the above information]
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Need new satellite antennas? Purchase Arrows, Alaskan Arrows,
and M2 LEO-Packs from the AMSAT Store. When you purchase through
AMSAT, a portion of the proceeds goes towards
Keeping Amateur Radio in Space.
https://amsat.org/product-category/hardware/
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Call for Papers for the AMSAT Space Symposium Proceedings
This is a call for papers for the 2021 AMSAT Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO, Memorial
Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting to be held virtually on the
weekend of October 29-31, 2021.
Proposals for symposium presentations are invited on any topic of interest
to the amateur satellite community. We request a tentative title of your
presentation as soon as possible, with final copy submitted by October 18
for inclusion in the symposium proceedings. Abstracts and papers should be
sent to Dan Schultz, N8FGV at n8fgv at amsat.org.
[ANS thanks Dan Schultz, N8FGV, for the above information]
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AMSAT's GOLF Program is about getting back to higher orbits, and it all
begins with GOLF-TEE – a technology demonstrator for deployable solar
panels, propulsion, and attitude control, now manifested for launch on
NASA's ELaNa 46 mission. Come along for the ride. The journey will be
worth it!
https://tinyurl.com/ANS-GOLF
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October 1st JAXA Epsilon Launch Carrying Amateur Radio Payloads Scrubbed,
Launch Now October 3rd
The fifth launch of JAXA's Epsilon rocket was scheduled to take place on
October 1st at 00:51 UTC. Due to ground equipment problems, the launch was
scrubbed. The launch is now scheduled to occur at the time of release of
this bulletin (00:00 UTC on October 3rd)
This launch carries four amateur radio satellites: TeikyoSat-4(TS-4),
Z-Sat, KOSEN-1, and NanoDragon.
Information about these satellites can be found at the links that follow:
TeikyoSat-4(TS-4)
Freq: 437.450 CW
https://spacesystemsociety.jimdofree.com/projects/teikyosat-project/teikyos…
Z-Sat
Freq: 145.875MHz CW
https://twitter.com/KOMAKI_AMSATCOM/status/1443125922010308608
Komaki Amateur SATCOM Club has an amateur radio station in Komaki City,
Japan.
The 50 kg class infrared observation microsatellite "Z-Sat" developed by
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries will be launched by the Epsilon rocket on
October 1st.
After satellite separation, Z-Sat will start transmitting CW beacon of VHF
band. The beacon signal is in Morse code and contains information such as
satellite battery voltage. This information is very important as survival
information immediately after the satellite is put into orbit.
Therefore, if you can receive the beacon signal from the satellite
immediately after the satellite launch, we would appreciate it if you could
report it.
Komaki Amateur SATCOM Club's twitter is open at the following address.
Information on Z-Sat transmission frequency, data format, orbit TLE, etc.
will be released in the future.
https://twitter.com/KOMAKI_AMSATCOM
KOSEN-1
Freq: 435.525MHz CW
http://space.kochi-ct.jp/kosen-1
NanoDragon
Freq: 437.365MHz 1.2k BPSK
https://vnsc.org.vn/en/news-events/nanodragon-public-announcement/
[ANS thanks Akira Kaneko, JA1OGZ, and Yasutaka Narusawa, JR2XEA, for the
above information]
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Apogee View - From the July/August 2021 AMSAT Journal
A Sustained FM Presence in LEO
While our volunteer engineers focus their efforts on GOLF, developing the
systems and technologies necessary for our path upward to HEO, we must not
forget our responsibility to promote amateur radio satellites and encourage
the next generation of operators and builders.
Advancing the art and science is not enough. We also need to provide an
easy entry point to amateur radio satellite communications to support of
our space education and outreach activities.
The Importance of EasySats
AMSAT’s Echo (AO-51) and Fox-1 (AO-85, AO-91, and AO-92) satellites, as
well as SaudiSat-1C (SO-50) have been the most widely used amateur
satellites. What makes them so popular is their ability to provide basic
radio communications, with very simple ground station equipment, and their
ease of use. An FM repeater, even in a low Earth orbit (LEO), allows
amateur radio operators to communicate over substantial distances using
just a handheld transceiver (an HT) and a small handheld directional
antenna. Cross-continental and, if you are lucky enough to live near the
coast, transcontinental communications are possible.
These so called “EasySats” have provided countless hours of enjoyment to
thousands and thousands of amateur radio satellite operators around the
world, making QSOs, chasing grids, and even just a chance to send out a
casual hello to an old friend. More importantly, FM satellites are
extremely valuable in providing an introduction to satellite communications
and often used for demonstrations given at schools and public events.
With AO-85’s battery failure and AO-91 and AO-92 on borrowed time, AMSAT
will soon find itself without an FM satellite in space. The time to act is
now.
The Proposal
AMSAT’s Strategic Plan, Objective 4.1, FM Operations gives us fairly
specific guidance: Develop, deploy, and support a series of 1u spacecraft
to support continued FM amateur satellite operations in low Earth orbit.
As such, any proposal must include a sustained FM presence in LEO.
The Fox-1 CubeSat series taught us some valuable lessons. First, batteries
in in a 1U CubeSat are more likely to have a three-year life span, rather
than the expected five years. Keeping battery levels above the minimal
voltage rating is critical. The popularity of AMSAT’s FOX-1 series,
especially at night, when the satellite was in eclipse, was the primary
cause of their shortened battery life. Any proposal must include both
battery management and battery failsafe. The design must include
provisions that automatically switch the satellite to Low Power Mode
(beacon and telemetry only), when the battery voltage drops to a cautionary
level, and then automatically return to normal operations, when sufficient
battery power is restored. In addition, the satellite must be designed so
that when the battery fails, the transponder can continue to operate when
the satellite is in sunlight. Similarly, the design should include an
autonomous capability so that the FM repeater can operate without relying
on ground control or a functioning processor in the command, control, and
telemetry module. These safeguards and failsafes should extend the usable
life of our satellites.
Second, it is impossible to keep a strict schedule, when relying on a “free
ride” under NASA’s Educational Launch of Nanosatellites (ElaNa)
initiative. Once accepted into the program and manifested on a launch, you
are at the mercy of the launch provider, and things don’t always go as
scheduled. Case in point, Fox-1D (AO-92) launched before Fox-1C (AO-95).
To ensure the launch of one satellite every three years, we will need to
purchase launches. In addition, we need to have a “flight spare” on
standby in case there is an integration inspection issue with the primary
satellite or a subsequent launch failure.
The Challenges
Every satellite project requires both people and funding. As mentioned
already, all of our engineers are consumed by our GOLF program. This
leaves us with either open-sourcing the project or purchasing a commercial,
off-the-shelf satellite. Open-sourcing would work for the initial design
process; however, there is no current precedent to allow the open-source
building of a satellite under U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
While there are many commercial companies that offer complete off-the-shelf
1U CubeSat platforms, only one includes an FM repeater that meets our
mission requirements. Purchasing a ready-to-fly CubeSat seems to be our
best course of action, given AMSAT engineers’ focus on GOLF, but it comes
at a cost.
Two 1U FM CubeSats (flight model and flight spare), a 1U FM CubeSat
engineering model (without solar panels) and a 500 KM, Sun-synchronous
orbit launch will cost just over $283,000. Each additional launch, one
every three years, will cost approximately $138,000, as we would only need
to purchase one CubeSat and the launch.
So that leaves us with the big question – How are we going to pay for it?
An FM satellite provides a world-wide benefit. Therefore, we need to
conduct an international fundraising campaign, partner with other AMSAT
organizations, and request funding from other organizations.
The benefits of providing a sustained FM presence in LEO to promote and
support amateur radio in space far outweighs the costs, especially when we
implement a plan that allows our AMSAT engineers to continue their efforts
on our path Onward & Upward.
If approved by our Board of Directors, I hope you will support us.
[ANS thanks Robert Bankston, KE4AL, AMSAT President, for the above
information]
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Changes to AMSAT TLE Distribution for September 30, 2021
The following satellite has been added to this week's AMSAT TLE
Distribution:
CUTE - NORAD Cat ID 49263 (Thanks to Nico Janssen, PA0DLO for the
identification. Downlink frequencies of 437.24997 MHz and 2402.000 MHz have
been IARU coordinated.)
[ANS thanks Ray Hoad, WA5QGD, AMSAT Keplerian Elements Manager, for the
above information]
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ARISS News
Lycée Pierre Paul Riquet, St Orens De Gameville, France and CSUT University
Space Center of Toulouse, Toulouse, France, Multi-point telebridge via
IK1SLD
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be FXØISS
The downlink frequency is presently scheduled to be 145.800 MHz
The scheduled astronaut is Thomas Pesquet KG5FYG
Contact is go for: Sat 2021-10-02 12:40:14 UTC 34 deg
Watch for Livestream at www.ariotti.com and
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sgl8lELDcgA
Amateurs and others around the world may listen in on contacts between
amateurs operating in schools and allowing students to interact with
astronauts and cosmonauts aboard the International Space Station. The
downlink frequency on which to listen is 145.800 MHz worldwide.
Columbus Module radios:
IORS (Kenwood D710GA) – STATUS - Configured. Supporting cross band repeater
(145.990 MHz up {PL 67} & 437.800 MHz down). Next mode change is to packet
operation (145.825 MHz up & down) after the school contact on October 2.
Power down for upcoming Soyuz docking on Oct. 05. Turning OFF Oct. 05 about
07:45 UTC. Back ON Oct. 05 about 18:50 UTC
Power down for upcoming Soyuz undocking on Oct. 17.
Power down for upcoming Progress relocate on Oct. 22-23.
Supporting USOS scheduled voice contacts, packet and voice repeater ops.
Service Module radios:
Kenwood D710E – STATUS - Radio usually off.
Power down for upcoming Soyuz docking on Oct. 05. Turning OFF Oct. 05
about 07:45 UTC.
Power down for upcoming Soyuz undocking on Oct. 17.
Power down for upcoming Progress relocate on Oct. 22-23.
Supporting ROS scheduled voice contacts and SSTV.
The latest information on the operation mode can be found at
https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html
The latest list of frequencies in use can be found at
https://www.ariss.org/contact-the-iss.html
[ANS thanks Charlie Sufana, AJ9N, one of the ARISS operation team mentors,
for the above information]
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AMSAT, along with our ARISS partners, is developing an Amateur
Radio package, including two-way communication capability, to
be carried on-board Gateway in lunar orbit.
Support AMSAT's projects today at https://www.amsat.org/donate/
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Upcoming Satellite Operations
K8BL: I’ll be going back to FN01, 02 & EN92 soon. Looking to do FN14 this
Fall.
N4DCW: Looking like I’ll be in EM90 all next week 10/3-10
N4DCW: Sunday, Oct 3, 2021 – EM85 Sat passes 1230Z-1400Z W4C/CM-036, Max
Patch Mountain (8 pts) *Little/No cell coverage*
VY0ERC in Nunavut (ER60) will be returning to the air between October 12,
2021 and November 22, 2021, weather permitting.
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT rover page manager, for the above
information]
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Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
AMSAT Ambassadors provide presentations, demonstrate communicating through
amateur satellites, and host information tables at club meetings, hamfests,
conventions, maker faires, and other events.
2021 Wyoming ARRL Section Convention - Saturday, October 9, 2021
Event Center at Archer
3921 Archer Pkwy
Cheyenne, Wyoming 82007
https://wyhamcon.org/site
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT Events page manager, for the above
information]
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Want to fly the colors on your own grid expedition?
Get your AMSAT car flag and other neat stuff
from our Zazzle store!
25% of the purchase price of each product goes
towards Keeping Amateur Radio in Space
https://www.zazzle.com/amsat_gear
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Satellite Shorts From All Over
+ JARL has released the FO-29 operation schedule for September. It can be
found at https://www.jarl.org/Japanese/3_Fuji/fuji3-202108.htm
+ JAMSAT has released the FO-99 operation schedule for October. It can be
found at https://www.jamsat.or.jp/?p=1627
+ Congratulations to Doug Tabor, N6UA, on receiving the 34th AMSAT
GridMaster Award. The GridMaster Award is issued to amateurs who work and
confirm QSOs via satellite with all 488 grid squares in the continental
United States. More information at https://www.amsat.org/gridmaster/
(Thanks Bruce Paige, KK5DO, AMSAT Director of Contests and Awards)
+ An acrylic GridMaster desk plaque is now available on the AMSAT store for
GridMaster Award recipients.
https://www.amsat.org/product/amsat-gridmaster-acrylic-desk-plaque/
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Join AMSAT today at https://launch.amsat.org/
In addition to regular membership, AMSAT offers membership to:
* Societies (a recognized group, clubs or organization).
* Primary and secondary school students are eligible for membership at
one-half the standard yearly rate.
* Post-secondary school students enrolled in at least half time status
shall be eligible for the student rate for a maximum of 6 post-secondary
years in this status.
* Memberships are available for annual and lifetime terms.
Contact info [at] amsat.org for additional membership information.
73 and remember to help Keep Amateur Radio in Space!
This week's ANS Editor,
Paul Stoetzer, N8HM
n8hm at amsat dot org
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by Paul Stoetzer 29 Sep '21
29 Sep '21
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ANS-272
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service of AMSAT, The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation. ANS publishes
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of a worldwide group of Amateur Radio operators who share an active
interest in designing, building, launching and communicating through analog
and digital Amateur Radio satellites.
The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur Radio in
Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.
Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to: ans-editor at
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In this edition:
* 2021 AMSAT Space Symposium to Honor the Late Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO
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AMSAT News Service Bulletin 272.01
From AMSAT HQ WASHINGTON, DC
DATE September 29, 2021
To All RADIO AMATEURS
BID: $ANS-272.01
2021 AMSAT Space Symposium to Honor the Late Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO
The 2021 AMSAT 39th Annual Space Symposium and General Meeting has been
renamed in honor of Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO (SK), Director Emeritus and
President Emeritus of AMSAT and Amateur Radio satellite pioneer. Clark died
on September 28th. He was 82.
The 2021 AMSAT Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO, Memorial Space Symposium and Annual
General Meeting will be held virtually on Zoom on October 30th. AMSAT
members may register to attend via AMSAT's Member Portal,
https://launch.amsat.org.
The 2021 AMSAT Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO, Memorial Space Symposium will also be
available to the general public as a livestream event on AMSAT's YouTube
channel, https://youtu.be/RTvcceM7Tz0.
Please join us to celebrate the many contributions of Dr. Tom Clark, K3IO,
and the exciting opportunities of Amateur Radio in space.
[ANS thanks Robert Bankston, KE4AL, AMSAT President, for the above
information]
/EX
In addition to regular membership, AMSAT offers membership in the
President's Club. Members of the President's Club, as sustaining donors to
AMSAT Project Funds, will be eligible to receive additional benefits.
President's Club donations may be made at https://tinyurl.com/ANS-PresClub.
Primary and secondary school students are eligible for membership at
one-half the standard yearly rate. Post-secondary school students enrolled
in at least half time status shall be eligible for the student rate for a
maximum of 6 post-secondary years in this status.
Join AMSAT today at https://launch.amsat.org/
73 and remember to help Keep Amateur Radio in Space,
This week's ANS Contributing Editor,
Paul Stoetzer, N8HM
n8hm at amsat dot org
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AMSAT NEWS SERVICE
ANS-269
The AMSAT News Service bulletins are a free, weekly news and information
service of AMSAT, The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation. ANS publishes
news related to Amateur Radio in Space including reports on the activities
of a worldwide group of Amateur Radio operators who share an active
interest in designing, building, launching and communicating through analog
and digital Amateur Radio satellites.
The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur Radio in
Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.
Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to: ans-editor [at]
amsat.org
You can sign up for free e-mail delivery of the AMSAT News Service
Bulletins via the ANS List; to join this list see:
https://mailman.amsat.org/postorius/lists/ans.amsat.org/
In this edition:
* Virtual AMSAT Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting - Oct. 30, 2021
* UVSQ-SAT FM repeater ON September 26
* Temporary Shutdown of AO-92 and FalconSat-3
* ARISS Seeks Hosts for Ham Radio Contacts with Space Station Crew
* Proposal to Ban All 300-2000 MHz Transmissions on Far Side of the Moon
* FO-29 Operation Schedule for October 2021
* Space Station Crew to Relocate Soyuz
* ARISS News
* Upcoming Satellite Operations
* Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
* Satellite Shorts From All Over
ANS-269 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins
To: All RADIO AMATEURS
From: Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation
712 H Street NE, Suite 1653
Washington, DC 20002
DATE 2021 Sept 26
Virtual AMSAT Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting - Oct. 30, 2021
Due to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, AMSAT has changed
plans for its 39th Annual Symposium and General Meeting from an in-person
event to a virtual event.
This is a chance for "Amateur Radio in Space" enthusiasts from all corners
of the globe to learn more about AMSAT's Strategic Plan, GOLF program,
CubeSat Simulator and other exciting developments taking place in the
amateur satellite world.
AMSAT will host its 2021 AMSAT Virtual Space Symposium and Annual General
Meeting on Zoom for its members on Saturday, October 30th from 9:00am CDT –
5:00pm CDT (UTC-5). The event will be a combination of pre-recorded video
segments along with live question and answer sessions.
Registration for members is required and is available on AMSAT's Member
Portal, launch.amsat.org. Registration is free and registered attendees
will receive a digital copy of the AMSAT Symposium Proceedings, entered
into the Symposium prize drawings, and be able to participate in
discussions during each question and answer session.
The 2021 AMSAT Virtual Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting will be
available to the general public on AMSAT's YouTube channel,
https://youtu.be/RTvcceM7Tz0 at no cost.
Final papers for the Symposium Proceedings must be submitted by October 18,
2021 to Dan Schultz, N8FGV, n8fgv at usa dot net. Symposium presentations
should be limited to 15 minutes of pre- recorded video. Video presentations
must be submitted by October 18, 2021 to Paul Stoetzer, N8HM, n8hm at arrl
dot net. We ask that presenters be available to take questions via Zoom
following the airing of their pre-recorded video.
Tentative Schedule
9:00am CDT - Opening Remarks
9:15am CDT – 2:00 pm CDT - General Presentations
2:00pm CDT – 3:00 pm CDT - AMSAT Education / CubeSat Simulator
3:00pm CDT – 4:00 pm CDT - AMSAT Engineering
4:00pm CDT – 5:00 pm CDT - 2020 AMSAT Annual General Meeting
Questions regarding the Symposium can be directed to info at amsat dot org.
[ANS thanks the Symposium organizers for the above information]
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UVSQ-SAT FM repeater ON September 26
The LATMOS team has programmed the UVSQ-SAT satellite to go into
transponder mode on Sunday, September 26, 2021 starting at 12:00 UTC. The
transponder will be active for 11 consecutive hours.
From September 25th 12:00 UTC, an ASCII message will be broadcast to
announce that the transponder mode will be activated. To decode the
message, you can use the UVSQ-SAT Decoder software:
ApplicationUVSQsatDecoder/src/site/markdown/UserManual.md · 21-ecr-uvsqsat
· xtof / JOSAST · GitLab (electrolab.fr)
Frequencies used :
Telemetry :
437.020 MHz - BPSK - GR3UH 9k6
FM Transponder :
Uplink frequency: 145.905 MHz
Downlink frequency: 437.020 MHz
More information on the satellite: UVSQsat (amsat-f.org) and project :
UVSQ-SAT (ipsl.fr)
[ANS thanks Christophe Mercier, Président AMSAT-Francophone, for the above
information]
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Temporary Shutdown of AO-92 and FalconSat-3
AO-92 has started to change its behavior after a number of weeks powered
on. In particular, the IHU has come back on and switched to safe mode.
This is likely due to low voltage during eclipse when it should be drawing
very little if no one uses it.
N8MH also reports that he is turning off FalconSat's transmitter for a
while due to low voltage.
The AMSAT Ops team is going to shut both down for a while in hopes they
will recover.
AO-91 still seems to be ok!
[ANS thanks Burns Fisher, WB1FJ, AMSAT Engineering Team, for the above
information]
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ARISS Seeks Hosts for Ham Radio Contacts with Space Station Crew
Starting on October 1, Amateur Radio on the International Space Station
(ARISS) will accept applications from US schools, museums, science centers,
and community youth organizations — individually or working together —
interested in hosting amateur radio contacts with crew members on the
International Space Station (ISS). Contacts will be scheduled between July
1 and December 31, 2022. Crew scheduling and ISS orbits will determine the
exact contact dates. ARISS is looking for organizations that will draw a
sizeable number of participants and integrate the contact into a
well-developed education plan.
The deadline to submit is November 24. Proposal information and more
details, including expectations, proposal guidelines, and a proposal form
are on the ARISS-US website. An ARISS introductory webinar session will be
on October 7 at 8 PM ET (2400 UTC). Sign up via Eventbrite.
Each year, ARISS provides tens of thousands of students with opportunities
to learn about space technologies and communications through amateur radio.
Crew members aboard the International Space Station (ISS) will participate
in scheduled amateur radio contacts. These contacts are approximately 10
minutes long and allow students to interact with the astronaut through a
question-and-answer session.
The program offers learning opportunities by connecting students to
orbiting astronauts through a partnership that includes ARRL, AMSAT, and
NASA, as well as other amateur radio organizations, and space agencies in
Russia, Canada, Japan, and Europe. The program’s goal is to inspire
students to pursue interests and careers in science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and Amateur Radio.
“Educators overwhelmingly report that student participation in the ARISS
program stimulates interest in STEM subjects and in STEM careers,” ARISS
said in announcing the contact opportunities. ARISS says enthusiasm sparked
by a school contact also may lead to an interest in ham radio among
students and to the creation of ham radio clubs in schools. Some educators
have even become radio amateurs after experiencing a contact with an ISS
crew member.
ARISS is celebrating 20 years of continuous amateur radio operations on the
ISS. Contact ARISS-US for additional information.
[ANS thanks ARISS and ARRL for the above information]
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Need new satellite antennas? Purchase Arrows, Alaskan Arrows,
and M2 LEO-Packs from the AMSAT Store. When you purchase through
AMSAT, a portion of the proceeds goes towards
Keeping Amateur Radio in Space.
https://amsat.org/product-category/hardware/
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Proposal to Ban All 300-2000 MHz Transmissions on Far Side of the Moon
Discussions about spectrum allocation, familiar to amateurs and to Global
Navigation Satellite Systems designers and manufacturers on Earth, are now
taking place regarding the lunar environment.
The online journal, "Inside GNSS" reports on the proposal to ban all radio
transmissions between 300 MHz and 2000 MHz in the area designated the
Shielded Zone of the Moon (SZM), this would also be applicable to Mars.
The spectrum would instead be used for radio astronomy operations, this
would mean the Amateur Satellite Service allocations at 435 MHz and 1260
MHz would no longer be available to spacecraft in Lunar orbit such as
Lunar-OSCAR 93 and Lunar-OSCAR 94 (Longjiang-1 and 2), see
https://amsat-uk.org/2018/05/19/dslwp-satellites-lunar-orbit/
The Inside GNSS story says: The Space Frequency Coordination Group (SFCG)
also has defined frequency bands allocated in the lunar region. These Radio
Regulation and Recommendations therefore apply to the lunar GNSS
frequencies, since a GNSS system made of lunar orbiters will cover all the
far side of the Moon, and therefore must not create harmful interference on
future radio astronomy observations in that zone.
The ITU Radio Regulation defines the SZM as follows: “The shielded zone of
the Moon comprises the area of the Moon’s surface and an adjacent volume of
space which are shielded from emissions originating within a distance of
100,000 km from the center of the Earth”. Because Mars is regularly in the
SZM, the specific Radio Regulation protecting radio astronomy in the SZM is
therefore also applicable to Mars.
Read the full story at
https://insidegnss.com/the-shielded-zone-of-the-moon-protecting-radio-astro…
[ANS thanks Southgate ARC for the above information]
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AMSAT's GOLF Program is about getting back to higher orbits, and it all
begins with GOLF-TEE – a technology demonstrator for deployable solar
panels, propulsion, and attitude control, now manifested for launch on
NASA's ELaNa 46 mission. Come along for the ride. The journey will be
worth it!
https://tinyurl.com/ANS-GOLF
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FO-29 Operation Schedule for October 2021
JAMSAT has announced the following FO-29 operation schedule for October
2021. The satellite will be switched on while over Japan on the following
dates and times (UTC). The transponder will remain on until the satellite's
low voltage safety trigger shuts it down. Thus, the transponder may or may
not be active by the time the satellite is over North America or other
areas of the globe.
2 00:40- 10:58- 12:42- 23:45-
3 10:00- 11:45-
8 23:30-
9 09:48- 11:33-
10 00:20- 10:38- 12:23-
16 00:05- 10:23- 12:07- 23:10-
17 11:14- 12:57-
23 00:41- 10:58- 23:45-
24 10:03- 11:48-
29 23:31-
30 09:47- 11:33-
Source: https://www.jarl.org/Japanese/3_Fuji/fuji3-202108.htm
[ANS thanks Hideo Kambayashi, JH3XCU, for the above information]
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Want to fly the colors on your own grid expedition?
Get your AMSAT car flag and other neat stuff
from our Zazzle store!
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Space Station Crew to Relocate Soyuz
Three residents of the International Space Station will take a short ride
aboard a Soyuz MS-18 spacecraft Tuesday, Sept. 28, relocating the
spacecraft to prepare for the arrival of the next set of station crew
members. [Amateurs should be aware that all amateur radio operations aboard
the ISS are switched off during docking and space walk operations -- Ed.]
Expedition 65 flight engineers Mark Vande Hei, KG5GNP, of NASA and Oleg
Novitskiy and Pyotr Dubrov of the Russian Space Agency Roscosmos will
undock from the station’s Earth-facing Rassvet module at 1221z. They will
dock again at the Nauka Multipurpose Laboratory Module at 1300z This will
be the first time a spacecraft has attached to the new Nauka module, which
arrived at the station in July.
Live coverage of the maneuver will begin at 1200z on NASA Television, the
NASA app, and the agency’s website.
The relocation will free the Rassvet port for the docking of another Soyuz
spacecraft, designated Soyuz MS-19, which will carry three Russian crew
members to the station in October. Soyuz commander and cosmonaut Anton
Shkaplerov of Roscosmos and spaceflight participants Klim Shipenko and
Yulia Peresild are scheduled to launch to the station Tuesday, Oct. 5, from
the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.
This will be the 20th Soyuz port relocation in station history and the
first since March 2021.
Vande Hei and Dubrov are scheduled to remain aboard the station until March
2022. At the time of his return, Vande Hei will have set the record for the
longest single spaceflight for an American. Novitskiy, Shipenko, and
Peresild are scheduled to return to Earth in October aboard the Soyuz MS-18
spacecraft.
[ANS thanks NASA for the above information]
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ARISS NEWS
Amateurs and others around the world may listen in on contacts between
amateurs operating in schools and allowing students to interact with
astronauts and cosmonauts aboard the International Space Station. The
downlink frequency on which to listen is 145.800 MHz worldwide.
A contact was successfully completed on Tuesday, Sept. 21 at 18:05z between
astronaut Akihiko Hoshide, KE5DNI, and Children’s National Hospital,
Washington, DC, via a multi-point telebridge through IK1SLD.
Congratulations to the Children’s National Hospital students and Akihiko!
Another contact was successfully completed on Friday, Sept. 24 at 10:43z
between astronaut Akihiko Hoshide, KE5DNI, and SPDW Voortrekker Movement,
Oranjeville, South Africa, direct via ZS9SPD. Congratulations to the SPDW
Voortrekker Movement students and Akihiko!
A contact is scheduled for Monday, 2021-09-27 at 08:55z with Amur State
University, Blagoveshchensk, Russia, direct via TBD. The ISS callsign is
presently scheduled to be RSØISS, and the scheduled Cosmonaut is Pyotr
Dubrov.
A contact is scheduled for Saturday, 2021-10-02 at 12:40z with Lycée Pierre
Paul Riquet, St Orens De Gameville, France and CSUT University Space Center
of Toulouse, Toulouse, France. This will be a multi-point telebridge via
IK1SLD. The ISS callsign is presently TBD, and the scheduled astronaut is
Thomas Pesquet, KG5FYG.
The latest information on the operation mode can be found at
https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html
The latest list of frequencies in use can be found at
https://www.ariss.org/contact-the-iss.html
[ANS thanks Charlie Sufana, AJ9N, one of the ARISS operation team mentors
for the above information]
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AMSAT, along with our ARISS partners, is developing an Amateur
Radio package, including two-way communication capability, to
be carried on-board Gateway in lunar orbit.
Support AMSAT's projects today at https://www.amsat.org/donate/
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Upcoming Satellite Operations
K8BL will be going back to FN01, 02 & EN92 soon. He is looking to do FN14
this Fall.
2M0SQL will be operating as GB2KDR at the Keith and Dufftown Heritage
Railway at Dufftown Railway Station (IO87) as part of Railways on the Air (
https://rota.barac.org.uk/) on Saturday and Sunday, September 25 & 26. He
expects to be on LEO Linear and FM sats throughout the weekend will try to
announce pass info on Twitter @2m0sql
Please submit any additions or corrections to Ke0pbr (at) gmail.com
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT rover page manager, for the above
information]
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Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
AMSAT will host its 2021 AMSAT Virtual Space Symposium and Annual General
Meeting on Zoom for its members on Saturday, October 30 from 9:00am CDT –
5:00pm CDT (UTC-5). [See complete article above.]
AMSAT Ambassadors provide presentations, demonstrate communicating through
amateur satellites, and host information tables at club meetings, hamfests,
conventions, maker faires, and other events.
AMSAT Exhibit at 2021 Radio Expo
Sunday, September 26, 2021
Boone County Fairgrounds
Belvidere, Illinois
http://www.chicagofmclub.org/
2021 Wyoming ARRL Section Convention
Saturday, October 9, 2021
Event Center at Archer
3921 Archer Pkwy
Cheyenne, Wyoming 82007
https://wyhamcon.org/site
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT Events page manager, for the above
information]
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Satellite Shorts From All Over
+ Peter Goodhall, 2M0SQL, in IO87jp, and Dana Rushton, VE1VOX, in FN85ii
set a new QSO Distance Record for UVSQ-SAT of 4,224 km Sept. 12, 2021 at
13:22z. Also, Bernd Scholer, DL6IAN, in JN49gb90, and Joe Werth, KE9AJ, in
EN50fn57, set a new AO-7 Mode A QSO Distance Record of 7,248 km on Sept.
17, 2021 at 17:44z. Congratulations! (ANS thanks Dana Rushton, VE1VOX, and
Peter Goodhall, 2M0SQL, for the above information)
+ NASA invites learners of all ages, including students and teachers who
recently returned to the classroom environment, to register for a special
event ahead of the upcoming launch of the James Webb Space Telescope. Webb
STEAM Day: A Learning Journey Together is a virtual, interactive event that
will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EDT on Thursday, Sept. 30.
Register at: https://go.nasa.gov/WebbSTEAMDay (ANS thanks NASA for the
above information)
+ Three Chinese astronauts safely returned to Earth on Friday, Sept. 17
after completing the first crewed mission aboard the Tianhe space station
module. Commander Nie Haisheng, Liu Boming and Tang Hongbo touched down
inside the designated landing zone near Dongfeng in the Gobi Desert, Inner
Mongolia, at around 05:34z. The Beijing Aerospace Flight Control Center
declared the Shenzhou-12 a “complete success.” (ANS thanks SpaceNews.com
for the above information)
+ UK stations must have Electromagnetic Field (EMF) assessments in place
for operation above 110 MHz from 18th November 2021. Some RSGB guidance on
EMF is here: https://rsgb.org/main/technical/emc/emf-exposure/ (ANS thanks
AMSAT-UK for the above information)
+ The head of NASA’s space operations division said this week an unpiloted
test flight of Boeing’s Starliner crew capsule to the International Space
Station, delayed from August by valve problems, will likely not launch
until next year. Boeing’s Starliner test flight was supposed to launch last
month to the International Space Station on a final demonstration of the
crew capsule before it flies with astronauts. But managers scrubbed a
launch attempt Aug. 3 after some of the valves inside the Starliner service
module failed to open during a pre-flight checkout. (ANS thanks
SpaceFlightNow.com for the above information)
+ A SpaceX Dragon cargo resupply spacecraft filled with more than 4,600
pounds of supplies and valuable scientific experiments bound for NASA’s
Space Station Processing Facility is set to leave the International Space
Station on Thursday, Sept. 30. NASA Television, the agency’s website, and
the NASA app will broadcast the spacecraft’s departure live, beginning at
12:45z (8:45 a.m. EDT). (ANS thanks NASA for the above information)
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Join AMSAT today at https://launch.amsat.org/
In addition to regular membership, AMSAT offers membership to:
* Societies (a recognized group, clubs or organization).
* Primary and secondary school students are eligible for membership at
one-half the standard yearly rate.
* Post-secondary school students enrolled in at least half time status
shall be eligible for the student rate for a maximum of 6 post-secondary
years in this status.
* Memberships are available for annual and lifetime terms.
Contact info [at] amsat.org for additional membership information.
73 and remember to help Keep Amateur Radio in Space!
This week's ANS Editor, Mark Johns, K0JM
k0jm at amsat dot org
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AMSAT NEWS SERVICE
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The AMSAT News Service bulletins are a free, weekly news and information
service of AMSAT, The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation. ANS publishes
news related to Amateur Radio in Space including reports on the activities
of a worldwide group of Amateur Radio operators who share an active interest
in designing, building, launching and communicating through analog and
digital Amateur Radio satellites.
The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur Radio in
Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.
Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to: ans-editor [at]
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You can sign up for free e-mail delivery of the AMSAT News Service Bulletins
via the ANS List; to join this list see:
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In this edition:
* Virtual AMSAT Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting - October 30,
2021
* AMSAT Board of Directors 2021 Election Results
* HS18IARU and HS4ØØOZ active on Es'hail 2 / QO-100 satellite
* FUNcube-1 (AO73) returns to full sunlight, continuous telemetry mode
* ARISS News
* Upcoming Satellite Operations
* Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
* Satellite Shorts From All Over
ANS-262 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins
To: All RADIO AMATEURS
From: Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation
712 H Street NE, Suite 1653
Washington, DC 20002
DATE 2021 Sep 19
Virtual AMSAT Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting - October 30, 2021
Due to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, AMSAT has changed
plans for its 39th Annual Symposium and General Meeting from an in-person
event to a virtual event.
This is a chance for "Amateur Radio in Space" enthusiasts from all corners
of the globe to learn more about AMSAT's Strategic Plan, GOLF program,
CubeSat Simulator and other exciting developments taking place in the
amateur satellite world.
AMSAT will host its 2021 AMSAT Virtual Space Symposium and Annual General
Meeting on Zoom for its members on Saturday, October 30th from 9:00am CDT
5:00pm CDT (UTC-5). The event will be a combination of pre-recorded video
segments along with live question and answer sessions.
Registration for members is required and is available on AMSAT's Member
Portal, launch.amsat.org. Registration is free and registered attendees
will receive a digital copy of the AMSAT Symposium Proceedings, entered into
the Symposium prize drawings, and be able to participate in discussions
during each question and answer session.
The 2021 AMSAT Virtual Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting will be
available to the general public on AMSAT's YouTube channel,
https://youtu.be/RTvcceM7Tz0 at no cost.
Final papers for the Symposium Proceedings must be submitted by October 18,
2021 to Dan Schultz, N8FGV, n8fgv at usa dot net. Symposium presentations
should be limited to 15 minutes of pre- recorded video. Video presentations
must be submitted by October 18, 2021 to Paul Stoetzer, N8HM, n8hm at arrl
dot net. We ask that presenters be available to take questions via Zoom
following the airing of their pre-recorded video.
Tentative Schedule
9:00am CDT - Opening Remarks
9:15am CDT 2:00 pm CDT - General Presentations
2:00pm CDT 3:00 pm CDT - AMSAT Education / CubeSat Simulator
3:00pm CDT 4:00 pm CDT - AMSAT Engineering
4:00pm CDT 5:00 pm CDT - 2020 AMSAT Annual General Meeting
Questions regarding the Symposium can be directed to info at amsat dot org.
[ANS thanks the Symposium organizers for the above information]
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Join the 2021 President's Club!
Score your 2" 4-Color Accent Commemorative Coin.
This gold finished coin comes with
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Donate today at
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You won't want to miss it!
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AMSAT Board of Directors 2021 Election Results
With the election period now ended for the 2021 AMSAT Board of Directors I
am pleased to announce that the following members have been duly elected to
serve a two-year term on the Board:
Joseph Armbruster, KJ4JIO
Robert Bankston, KE4AL
Jerry Buxton, N0JY
Zach Metzinger, N0ZGO
These join the existing Board members who have a year left in their current
terms.
Mark Hammond, N8MH
Bruce Paige, KK5DO
Paul Stoetzer, N8HM
Congratulations to the new Board of Directors and sincere thanks to each for
stepping up to lead the organization into the future of amateur radio in
space!
[ANS thanks Jeff Davis KE9V, Secretary, AMSAT for the above information]
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Need new satellite antennas? Purchase Arrows, Alaskan Arrows,
and M2 LEO-Packs from the AMSAT Store. When you purchase through
AMSAT, a portion of the proceeds goes towards
Keeping Amateur Radio in Space.
https://amsat.org/product-category/hardware/
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HS18IARU and HS4ØØOZ active on Es'hail 2 / QO-100 satellite.
Two special callsigns, HS18IARU and HS400OZ, have been issued by Thailand's
National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC).
HS18IARU is promoting the upcoming 18th IARU Region 3 Conference that will
be hosted online by RAST in September, is now active on all amateur radio
bands.The callsign will remain active until September 30, 2021.
HHS4ØØOZ is the special event callsigns to celebrate the 400th anniversary
of trade relationship between DENMARK OZ4ØØHS & THAILAND HS4ØØOZ hosted by
Experimenterende Danske Radioamatører (EDR) and Radio Amateur Society of
Thailand under the Patronage of His Majesty the King (RAST), together with
The Danish-Thai Chamber of Commerce (DTCC) and Embassy of Denmark. The RAST
team will operate HS400OZ and will be active on the Es'hail 2 / QO-100
satellite between October 1-31, 2021 on CW and SSB.
They will use SSB on the narrow band transponder, split operation, listening
5 to 10 kHz up on the receive downlink:
Uplink 2400.150 MHz, Downlink 10489.655 MHz = 5 to 10 KHz
[ANS thanks Tanan Rangseeprom HS1JAN of RAST for the above information]
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AMSAT's GOLF Program is about getting back to higher orbits, and it all
begins with GOLF-TEE a technology demonstrator for deployable solar
panels, propulsion, and attitude control, now manifested for launch on
NASA's ELaNa 46 mission. Come along for the ride. The journey will be
worth it!
https://tinyurl.com/ANS-GOLF
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FUNcube-1 (AO73) returns to full sunlight and continuous telemetry mode
After a few months of normal eclipse periods, FUNcube-1 (AO73) will, next
week, re-enter full sunlight from next week for a period of approximately
two months.
As we have been in continuous transponder mode for some time now, we have
decided that, during this sunlight period, FUNcube-1 should operate in
continuous high power telemetry mode. The change will be made within the
next few days.
FUNcube-1 has now been in orbit for almost eight years and the telemetry
indicates that all systems, including the battery and solar panels appear to
operating as well now as they did immediately after launch!
[ANS thanks Trevor Essex, M5AKA AMSAT-UK for the above information]
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Get your AMSAT car flag and other neat stuff
from our Zazzle store!
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ARISS NEWS
Amateurs and others around the world may listen in on contacts between
amateurs operating in schools and allowing students to interact with
astronauts and cosmonauts aboard the International Space Station. The
downlink frequency on which to listen is 145.800 MHz worldwide.
Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2021-09-15 15:30 UTC
Quick list of scheduled contacts and events:
Childrens National Hospital, Washington, DC, multi-point telebridge via
IK1SLD. The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be OR4ISS The downlink
frequency is presently scheduled to be 145.800 MHz. The latest information
on the operation mode can be found at:
https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html
The scheduled astronaut is Akihiko Hoshide KE5DNI. Contact is go for: Tue
2021-09-21 18:05:35 UTC 67 deg
SPDW Voortrekker Movement, Oranjeville, South Africa, direct via ZS9SPD. The
ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be NA1SS. The downlink frequency is
presently scheduled to be 145.800 MHz. The latest information on the
operation mode can be found at:
https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html
The scheduled astronaut is Akihiko Hoshide KE5DNI. Contact is go for: Fri
2021-09-24 10:43:19 UTC 44 deg
Amur State University, Blagoveshchensk, Russia, direct via TBD (***). The
ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be RSØISS (***). The downlink
frequency is presently scheduled to be 145.800 MHz. The latest information
on the operation mode can be found at:
https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html
The scheduled astronaut is Pyotr Dubrov (***). Contact is go for 2021-09-27
08:55 UTC (***).
Next mode change is expected to take place in late September 2021.
The latest information on the operation mode can be found at
https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html
The latest list of frequencies in use can be found at
https://www.ariss.org/contact-the-iss.html
[ANS thanks Charlie Sufana, AJ9N, one of the ARISS operation team mentors
for the above information]
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AMSAT, along with our ARISS partners, is developing an Amateur
Radio package, including two-way communication capability, to
be carried on-board Gateway in lunar orbit.
Support AMSAT's projects today at https://www.amsat.org/donate/
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Upcoming Satellite Operations
Quick Hits:
Bob Liddy, K8BL will be going back to FN01, 02 & EN92 soon. Also is looking
to do FN14 this Fall. Gridders, stay tuned!
Peter Goodhall, 2M0SQL writes in:
- Wednesday 22nd of September, will be operating as 2M0SQL from IO97 on the
North East Coast of Scotland, expect to be on Linear & FM LEO sats, keep an
eye on @2m0sql for pass information.
- Saturday 25th to Sunday 26th of September will be operating as GB2KDR at
the Keith and Dufftown Heritage Railway at Dufftown Railway Station (IO87)
as part of Railways on the Air (https://rota.barac.org.uk/) expect to be on
LEO Linear and FM sats throughout the weekend will try annouce pass info on
Twitter @2m0sql
Major Roves:
WL7T is on the road again!!! Watch Twitter for updates.
https://twitter.com/WL7T_ Remaining on the schedule:
Sept 19 DN00 & DN01
Sept 20 DN10 & DN11
Sept 21 DN20 & DN21
Sept 22 DN02 & DN03
Sept 23 DN12 & DN13
[ANS thanks Peter Goodhall, 2M0SQL and Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT rover page
manager, for the above information]
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Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
AMSAT will host its 2021 AMSAT Virtual Space Symposium and Annual General
Meeting on Zoom for its members on Saturday, October 30th from 9:00am CDT
5:00pm CDT (UTC-5). The event will be a combination of pre-recorded video
segments along with live question and answer sessions. Registration for
members is required and is available on AMSATs Member Portal for the 39th
AMSAT Virtual Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting. Go to:
https://launch.amsat.org/Events. You will need to log in to access the
registration page.
RRRA Hamfest & ARRL Dakota Division Convention
Saturday, September 25, 2021, RRV Fairgrounds Hartl AG Building, 1805 Main
Ave West, West Fargo, ND 58078
https://rrra.org/cal/2021/09/25/rrra-hamfest-arrl-dakota-division-convention
AMSAT Exhibit at 2021 Radio Expo Sunday, September 26, 2021
Boone County Fairgrounds Belvidere, Illinois http://www.chicagofmclub.org/
2021 Wyoming ARRL Section Convention, Saturday, October 9, 2021, Event
Center at Archer, 3921 Archer Pkwy, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82007
https://wyhamcon.org/site
Updates may be found at: https://www.amsat.org/other-events/
AMSAT Ambassadors provide presentations, demonstrate communicating through
amateur satellites, and host information tables at club meetings, hamfests,
conventions, maker faires, and other events.
AMSAT Ambassador Clint Bradford, K6LCS writes: THANK YOU, Conejo Valley
Amateur Radio Club, for filling the Zoom Room tonight for my "Working the
Amateur Radio FM Voice Satellites" presentation! The region has been hit by
COVID, but they currently have EIGHTEEN soon-to-be hams mid-way through one
of their licensing classes!
They have been supporting the ARRL for more than 50 years as a Special
Service Club. AMSAT member Brad, W6VO, reminded me that when I last spoke to
them about 9 years ago, I stopped in mid-sentence during the show, looked at
my watch, and announced: "Let's go outside and work a satellite!" And we did
- SO-50 went right over the Sheriff's Station! Thanks for the invitation ...
maybe in nine years we'll meet again and work a geosynchronous bird over the
Americas! http://www.cvarc.org/
"Thanks for a wonderful show last night ..." I have received some nice notes
saying that they learned a lot ... "Thanks as well for all the good words
about the club; we were quite flattered." 126 total shows presented so far.
And each is customized to the audience - so I can truthfully say I've never
given the same show twice. Clubs continue to want to present this material
to their members - as I have a more dates scheduled ..."
AMSAT Ambassador Clint Bradford, K6LCS, makes online presentations to
Amateur Radio clubs and other interested organizations. Contact Clint at
http://www.work-sat.com or by phone at 909-999-SATS (7287) to arrange a
presentation.
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT Events page manager, and Clint
Bradford, K6CLS for the above information]
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Satellite Shorts From All Over
+ Two International Space Station crew members have had their stay onboard
the orbiting lab extended to nearly a year. NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei,
KG5GNP, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Pyotr Dubrov will remain aboard the station
until March 2022. Upon return to Earth, Vande Hei will hold the record for
longest single spaceflight for an American. (ANS thanks Mark Johns, KØJM
AMSAT Ambassador & News Service Editor for the above information.)
+ Next SpaceX Commercial Crew to ISS Comprised of Radio Amateurs. Four radio
amateurs will head to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard a
commercial flight, thanks to Amateur Radio on the International Space
Station (ARISS). They are Raja Chari, KI5LIU; Tom Marshburn, KE5HOC; Kayla
Barron, KI5LAL, and Matthias Maurer, KI5KFH. As the most experienced space
traveler, Maurer, who is a European Space Agency (ESA) Astronaut, could end
up with a very heavy work schedule. The targeted launch date is no sooner
than October 31, from Kennedy Space Center in Florida.(ANS thanks ARRL for
the above information.)
+ With the successful launch of Inspiration4, four private citizens blasted
off Wednesday night from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on a
first-of-its-kind fully commercial three-day spaceflight aboard a SpaceX
crew capsule, riding to an altitude higher than any person has flown in two
decades. A Falcon 9 rocket lit up Floridas Space Coast with a roaring
liftoff from pad 39A at Kennedy at 8:02:56 p.m. EDT Wednesday (0002:56 GMT
Thursday). The launch kicked off SpaceXs fourth-ever crew mission to low
Earth orbit, but the first without any NASA astronauts on-board.
Two-and-a-half minutes after liftoff, the rockets reusable first stage
booster shut down and dropped away to descend to landing on a SpaceX
recovery ship positioned downrange in the Atlantic Ocean. Moments later, the
second stages single engine ignited to send the Crew Dragon capsule into
orbit. The complete story may be found at: https://bit.ly/3lMVRj5
(ANS thanks Stephen Clark of Spaceflight Now for the above information.)
+ AMSAT-BB poster Roland Zurmely, PY4ZBZ noted on 9/16 that PSAT-2/NO-104
has not been transmitting for the preceding 7 days. Bob Bruninga, WB4APR
investigated and replied that: "Problem was the bad Battery voltage
telemetry went from nominal 6v readings down to 1.4v or so (140 count).
Finally looked at telemetry closer as shown here:
http://www.findu.com/cgi-bin/tele2.cgi?call=psat2-1&last=20
And it is clear that the voltage channel (red) tracks the current (green)
perfectly which is the opposite of what one would expect. So clearly the
voltage bit has become detached and the voltage reading (red) is just the
phantom reading of an unconnected telemetry bit following its adjacent A/D
channel. So we have sent the command to turn off the PSK31 to see if battery
recovers."
It was not stated when the satellite would resume normal operations.
(ANS thanks Roland Zurmely, PY4ZBZ and Bob Bruninga, WB4APR for the above
information.)
+ Inspiration4 crew splashes down off Florida coast: A SpaceX Dragon
spacecraft carrying the first all-private, non-government crew to fly in low
Earth orbit re-entered the atmosphere and splashed down in the Atlantic
Ocean northeast of Cape Canaveral at 7:06 p.m. EDT (2306 GMT) Saturday. The
return to Earth closed out a three-day mission in space for the Inspiration4
crew. https://bit.ly/39fUvr2
(ANS thanks Stephen Clark of Spaceflight Now for the above information.)
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Join AMSAT today at https://launch.amsat.org/
In addition to regular membership, AMSAT offers membership to:
* Societies (a recognized group, clubs or organization).
* Primary and secondary school students are eligible for membership at
one-half the standard yearly rate.
* Post-secondary school students enrolled in at least half time status shall
be eligible for the student rate for a maximum of 6 post-secondary years in
this status.
* Memberships are available for annual and lifetime terms.
Contact info [at] amsat.org for additional membership information.
73 and remember to help Keep Amateur Radio in Space!
This week's ANS Editor, Jack Spitznagel, KD4IZ
kd4iz at frawg dot org
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AMSAT NEWS SERVICE
ANS-255
The AMSAT News Service bulletins are a free, weekly news and information service of AMSAT, The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation. ANS publishes news related to Amateur Radio in Space including reports on the activities of a worldwide group of Amateur Radio operators who share an active interest in designing, building, launching and communicating through analog and digital Amateur Radio satellites.
The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur Radio in Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.
Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to: ans-editor(a)amsat.org
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In this edition:
* AMSAT 2021 Symposium and Annual Meeting Changes to Virtual Event
* Second Call for Papers for the 39th AMSAT Space Symposium Proceedings
* UVSQ-SAT FM Repeater to be Turned On September 12, 2021
* AMSAT President's Club Closing in on 2021 Goal
* Amateur Radio on the International Space Station Contact Opportunity
* AREx and the NASA Lunar Gateway Update
* ARISS News
* Upcoming Satellite Operations
* Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
* Satellite Shorts From All Over
ANS-255 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins
To: All RADIO AMATEURS
From: Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation
712 H Street NE, Suite 1653
Washington, DC 20002
DATE 2021 Sep 12
AMSAT 2021 Symposium and Annual Meeting Changes to Virtual Event
Due to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, AMSAT has announced that its 39th Space Symposium scheduled for October 29-31, 2021 will now take place as a virtual event. The Symposium was originally planned to be held at the Crowne Plaza AiRE hotel in Bloomington, Minnesota.
AMSAT President, Robert Bankston, KE4AL, explained, "Our membership has voiced its concern over the continued presence of the COVID-19 pandemic and the risks associated with long distance travel and attendance at large group gatherings. In the interest of everyone's comfort and safety, we have made the difficult decision to return to a virtual meeting platform. If there is any good news in this, we know that last year's virtual Symposium event was well received and that we have the opportunity to repeat its success this year."
The dates for the virtual symposium will remain the same as was originally announced. The schedule will be reviewed by Symposium organizers and adjusted as needed to accommodate the virtual setting. Persons who have already registered for the Symposium will automatically receive refunds in the days ahead.
Please watch for further announcements as they become available. Questions regarding the Symposium should be addressed to info at amsat dot com.
[ANS thanks AMSAT for the above information.]
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Join the 2021 President's Club!
Score your 2" 4-Color Accent Commemorative Coin.
This gold finished coin comes with
Full Color Certificate and Embroidered "Remove Before Flight" Key Tag
Donate today at
https://www.amsat.org/join-the-amsat-presidents-club/
You won't want to miss it!
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Second Call for Papers for the 39th AMSAT Space Symposium Proceedings
This is the second call for papers for the 39th AMSAT Space Symposium to be held on the weekend of October 29-31, 2021. The Symposium will be a virtual event.
Proposals for symposium presentations are invited on any topic of interest to the amateur satellite community. We request a tentative title of your presentation as soon as possible, with final copy submitted by October 18 for inclusion in the symposium proceedings. Abstracts and papers should be sent to Dan Schultz, N8FGV at n8fgv at amsat.org.
[ANS thanks Dan Schultz, N8FGV, for the above information]
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UVSQ-SAT FM Repeater to be Turned On September 12, 2021
The LATMOS team has programmed the UVSQ-SAT satellite to go into transponder mode on Sunday, September 12, 2021 starting at 12:00 UTC. The transponder will be active during 11 consecutive hours.
From September 11, 2021, 12:00 UTC, an ASCII message will be broadcast to announce that the transponder mode will be activated. To decode the message, you can use the UVSQ-SAT Decoder software available at: https://code.electrolab.fr/xtof/josast/-/blob/21-ecr-uvsqsat/ApplicationUVS…
The frequencies used are:
Telemetry:
437.020 MHz - BPSK - G3RUH 9k6
FM Transponder:
Uplink frequency: 145.905 MHz
Downlink frequency: 437.020 MHz
More information on the satellite is available at https://site.amsat-f.org/uvsq-sat/ and on the project at http://uvsq-sat.projet.latmos.ipsl.fr/.
[ANS thanks Christophe Mercier, Président AMSAT-Francophone for the above information]
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Need new satellite antennas? Purchase Arrows, Alaskan Arrows,
and M2 LEO-Packs from the AMSAT Store. When you purchase through
AMSAT, a portion of the proceeds goes towards
Keeping Amateur Radio in Space.
https://amsat.org/product-category/hardware/
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AMSAT President's Club Closing in on 2021 Goal
While the AMSAT President's Club had been around for many years, it was reinvigorated and re-launched at the 2020 AMSAT Symposium and general meeting. With a fresh look and attractive recognition items, the goal of $18,000 was set for the year of 2021. Frank Karnauskas, N1UW, Vice President, Development reports, "We are closing in on reaching our 2021 goal with $15,140 already donated by President Club members. With three months to go in this year, I'm confident we'll hit the $18,000 mark and then some.
"In addition to direct President's Club registrations, we automatically enroll anyone who makes a donation of $120 or more to the general fund. This represents yet another $16,015 of generous giving by AMSAT members."
Karnauskas adds, "Although there are three months left in the year, we have only a very limited supply of commemorative coins and, once they're gone, they're gone. These polished gold finish coins with four color accent colors have become quite a hit among members. We would hate to see someone not get one these collector items because they waited too long."
Full details on the President's Club and registration page are located at:
https://www.amsat.org/join-the-amsat-presidents-club/.
[ANS thanks AMSAT for the above information]
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Amateur Radio on the International Space Station Contact Opportunity
The Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) Program is seeking formal and informal education institutions and organizations, individually or working together, to host an Amateur Radio contact with a crew member on board the ISS. ARISS anticipates that the contact would be held between July 1, 2022 and December 31, 2022. Crew scheduling and ISS orbits will determine the exact contact dates. To maximize these radio contact opportunities, ARISS is looking for organizations that will draw large numbers of participants and integrate the contact into a well-developed education plan.
The new proposal window is October 1, 2021 to November 24, 2021. The deadline to submit a proposal is November 24, 2021.
Proposal information and more details such as expectations, proposal guidelines and the proposal form can be found at:
https://ariss-usa.org/hosting-an-ariss-contact-in-the-usa/.
An ARISS introductory webinar session will be held on October 7, 2021 at 8 PM ET. The Eventbrite link to sign up is:
https://ariss-proposal-webinar-fall-2021.eventbrite.com.
Crew members aboard the International Space Station will participate in scheduled Amateur Radio contacts. These radio contacts are approximately 10 minutes in length and allow students to interact with the astronauts through a question-and-answer session.
An ARISS contact is a voice-only communication opportunity via Amateur Radio between astronauts and cosmonauts aboard the space station and classrooms and communities. ARISS contacts afford education audiences the opportunity to learn firsthand from astronauts what it is like to live and work in space and to learn about space research conducted on the ISS. Students also will have an opportunity to learn about satellite communication, wireless technology, and radio science. Because of the nature of human spaceflight and the complexity of scheduling activities aboard the ISS, organizations must demonstrate flexibility to accommodate changes in dates and times of the radio contact.
Amateur Radio organizations around the world with the support of NASA and space agencies in Russia, Canada, Japan and Europe present educational organizations with this opportunity. The ham radio organizations' volunteer efforts provide the equipment and operational support to enable communication between crew on the ISS and students around the world using Amateur Radio.
Please direct any questions to ariss dot us dot education at gmail dot com.
[ANS thanks ARISS for the above information]
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AREx and the NASA Lunar Gateway Update
Frank Bauer, KA3HDO, ARISS-USA Executive Director, provides the following update on AREx plans to participate in NASA's Lunar Gateway system.
"Originally planned to be launched separately, the Power Propulsion Element (PPE) and the Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO) will now be launched together on a commercial launch vehicle as the first Lunar Gateway systems. As a result, the launch mass is high and the resulting payload mass to be flown on this inaugural mission is very low.
"The current complement of scientific payloads flying with PPE and HALO are the space weather, radiation and lunar dust experiments. For astronaut health reasons, the radiation and space weather measurements are critically important to understand the environment that astronauts will be subjected to. The lunar dust experiment is critical since these dust particles are highly corrosive and can impact Gateway machinery as well as spacesuits and the astronauts themselves. Beyond these three experiments, no other payloads have been manifested yet.
"NASA and the other space agencies continue to refine their plans for Gateway, Artemis and other lunar missions. It should be noted that the space agencies are still designing Gateway so they are defining payload opportunities on a vehicle that is still being designed. This is kind of like driving a car on a bridge as it is being built!
"Right now AREx is working to ensure that we are located on Gateway with a good field of view to the Earth. This will ensure more frequent AREx communications opportunities with folks on the ground. Some of the modules to be launched later than PPE and HALO appear to provide much richer Earth communication fields of view. We anticipate getting a better understanding of Earth viewing for the payload "ports" (or SORIs) on each module in the future. The current payloads need sun viewing so NASA is trying to determine which payload "port" would be best for them.
"AREx is engaged. But, like ARISS and Space Station 25 years ago, Gateway payload manifesting will be a "fits and starts" opportunity. Therefore, patience and persistence are critically important traits the ARISS/AREx team uses as it moves forward. As the co-leader of the AREx team, I remain cautiously optimistic that we will be on-board Gateway in the future. And, I am maintaining patience."
[ANS thanks Frank H. Bauer, KA3HDO, ARISS-USA Executive Director for the above information.]
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AMSAT's GOLF Program is about getting back to higher orbits, and it all
begins with GOLF-TEE – a technology demonstrator for deployable solar
panels, propulsion, and attitude control, now manifested for launch on
NASA's ELaNa 46 mission. Come along for the ride. The journey will be
worth it!
https://tinyurl.com/ANS-GOLF
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ARISS NEWS
Amateurs and others around the world may listen in on contacts between amateurs operating in schools and allowing students to interact with astronauts and cosmonauts aboard the International Space Station. The downlink frequency on which to listen is 145.800 MHz worldwide.
The following schools have now been postponed due to COVID-19:
Notre Dame Jogakuin Junior and Senior High School, Kyoto, Japan
Direct via 8N3ND
Originally scheduled for Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 09:26:41 UTC.
Next mode change is expected to take place in late September 2021. The latest information on the operation mode can be found at https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html
The latest list of frequencies in use can be found at https://www.ariss.org/contact-the-iss.html
[ANS thanks Charlie Sufana, AJ9N, one of the ARISS operation team mentors for the above information]
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AMSAT, along with our ARISS partners, is developing an amateur
radio package, including two-way communication capability, to
be carried on-board Gateway in lunar orbit.
Support AMSAT's projects today at https://www.amsat.org/donate/
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Upcoming Satellite Operations
+ EN76: September 12, 2021, 1800-2000 UTC
EN85/EN86 gridline: September 12, 2021, 2000-2200 UTC
EN75/EN76 gridline: September 12, 2021, 2200-0000 UTC
AA8CH reports on his upcoming rove: Times tentative and I may go to the EN85/EN86 gridline a little earlier depending. On Monday, September 13 I may do EN75/EN76 or EN85/EN86 again if there is need but would prefer to hit EN84/EN85 and EN74/EN75 so get in the log on Sunday if you really need the others. Will try to list probable passes here. Send me an email if you need any of the above and I’ll be sure to listen for you on the birds!
+ EN75: September 13-15, 2021
N8AJM is planning to make as many FM satellite passes Holiday style. He may also be in EN76 for a couple hours on September 14. POTA is also a possibility. Watch Twitter for updates.
+ FN26: September 16-18, 2021
VE3KY will be returning for a three day holiday style operation and will operate both linear and FM birds, hopefully trying to update operating times and passes on twitter @busman49.
+ CN70 & CN71: September 16, 2021
CN80 & CN81: September 17, 2021
CN90 & CN91: September 18, 2021
DN00 & DN01: September 19, 2021
DN10 & DN11: September 20, 2021
DN20 & DN21: September 21, 2021
DN02 & DN03: September 22, 2021
DN12 & DN13: September 23, 2021
WL7T is on the road again! Watch Twitter for updates at https://twitter.com/WL7T_
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT rover page manager, for the above information]
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Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
+ RRRA Hamfest & ARRL Dakota Division Convention
Saturday, September 25, 2021
RRV Fairgrounds Hartl AG Building
1805 Main Ave West
West Fargo, ND 58078
https://rrra.org/cal/2021/09/25/rrra-hamfest-arrl-dakota-division-convention
+ 2021 Wyoming ARRL Section Convention
Saturday, October 9, 2021
Event Center at Archer
3921 Archer Pkwy
Cheyenne, Wyoming 82007
https://wyhamcon.org/site
+ 39th AMSAT Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting
October 29-31, 2021
Online
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT Events page manager, for the above information]
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Satellite Shorts From All Over
+ AmazonSmile reports that a $384.06 donation was issued to AMSAT thanks to shopping activities of AMSAT members between April 1 and June 30, 2021. Thank you shoppers!
[ANS thanks AmazonSmile for the above information.]
+ On September 2, 2021, Open Research Institute (ORI) received an advisory opinion from US Commerce Department BIS. The letter confirmed that posting information on the internet so that it is available to the public means that open source amateur satellite communications work is not subject to the Export Administration Regulation (EAR). Prior work by ORI established that open source amateur satellite communications work was free of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
[ANS thanks ORI for the above information.]
+ Cosmonauts found "superficial fissures" in the aging Zarya module of the International Space Station, and worry that they will expand over time. Vladimir Solovyov, a Russian space program chief engineer, also pointed out that "at least 80 percent of in-flight systems on the Russian segment of the ISS have passed their expiration date."
[ANS thanks The Orbital Index for the above information.]
+ Charlie, EI8JB, will be active as EJ8JB from Bere Island which is located off the coast of West Cork between September 16-19th. He states, "Amateurs have authorization from our regulator to use the 'EJ' prefix once operating from one of the offshore Coastal Islands of Ireland." Activity will be on various HF bands using CW, SSB and some Digital modes (PSK/RTTY) as well as possibly FM Satellite. QSL via LoTW (Preferred), and by the Bureau and ClubLog's OQRS.
[ANS thanks the Ohio/Penn DX Bulletin for the above information.)
+ At the AMSAT-DL General Meeting on August 28, 2021 in Bochum, the members elected the new Board of Directors for the next regular term of 2 years. Peter Gülzow DB2OS was again appointed in his function as 1st Chairman unanimously re-elected. Likewise, Thilo Elsner DJ5YM has now been appointed to the position of 2nd Chairman unanimously re-elected. Dr. Charly Eichhorn DK3ZL completes the executive committee as new 3rd Chairman and Treasurer, he too was unanimously elected.
[ANS thanks AMSAT-DL for the above information.]
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Join AMSAT today at https://launch.amsat.org/
In addition to regular membership, AMSAT offers membership to:
* Societies (a recognized group, clubs or organization).
* Primary and secondary school students are eligible for membership at one-half the standard yearly rate.
* Post-secondary school students enrolled in at least half time status shall be eligible for the student rate for a maximum of 6 post-secondary years in this status.
* Memberships are available for annual and lifetime terms.
Contact info [at] amsat.org for additional membership information.
73 and remember to help Keep Amateur Radio in Space!
This week's ANS Editor, Frank Karnauskas, N1UW
n1uw at amsat dot org
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ANS-253.02
The AMSAT News Service bulletins are a free, weekly news and information
service of AMSAT, The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation. ANS publishes
news related to Amateur Radio in Space including reports on the activities
of a worldwide group of Amateur Radio operators who share an active
interest in designing, building, launching and communicating through analog
and digital Amateur Radio satellites.
The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur Radio in
Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.
Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to: ans-editor [at]
amsat.org
You can sign up for free e-mail delivery of the AMSAT News Service
Bulletins via the ANS List; to join this list see:
https://mailman.amsat.org/postorius/lists/ans.amsat.org/
In this edition:
* AMSAT 2021 Symposium and Annual Meeting Changes to Virtual Event
ANS-253.02 AMSAT News Service Special Bulletin
To: All RADIO AMATEURS
From: Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation
712 H Street NE, Suite 1653
Washington, DC 20002
DATE: 2021 Sep 10
AMSAT 2021 Symposium and Annual Meeting Changes to Virtual Event
Due to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, AMSAT has announced
that its 39th Space Symposium scheduled for October 29-31, 2021 will now
take place as a virtual event. The Symposium was originally planned to be
held at the Crowne Plaza AiRE hotel in Bloomington, Minnesota.
AMSAT President, Robert Bankston, KE4AL, explained, "Our membership has
voiced its concern over the continued presence of the COVID-19 pandemic and
the risks associated with long distance travel and attendance at large
group gatherings. In the interest of everyone's comfort and safety, we
have made the difficult decision to return to a virtual meeting platform.
If there is any good news in this, we know that last year's virtual
Symposium event was well received and that we have the opportunity to
repeat its success this year."
The dates for the virtual symposium will remain the same as was originally
announced. The schedule will be reviewed by Symposium organizers and
adjusted as needed to accommodate the virtual setting. Persons who have
already registered for the Symposium will automatically receive refunds in
the days ahead.
Please watch for further announcements as they become available. Questions
regarding the Symposium should be addressed to info at amsat dot com.
[ANS thanks AMSAT for the above information.]
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Join AMSAT today at https://launch.amsat.org/
In addition to regular membership, AMSAT offers membership to:
* Societies (a recognized group, clubs or organization).
* Primary and secondary school students are eligible for membership at
one-half the standard yearly rate.
* Post-secondary school students enrolled in at least half time status
shall be eligible for the student rate for a maximum of 6 post-secondary
years in this status.
* Memberships are available for annual and lifetime terms.
Contact info [at] amsat.org for additional membership information.
73 and remember to help Keep Amateur Radio in Space!
This week's ANS Editor, Frank Karnauskas, N1UW
n1uw at amsat dot org
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AMSAT NEWS SERVICE
ANS-248
The AMSAT News Service bulletins are a free, weekly news and information
service of AMSAT, The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation. ANS publishes
news related to Amateur Radio in Space including reports on the activities
of a worldwide group of Amateur Radio operators who share an active
interest in designing, building, launching and communicating through analog
and digital Amateur Radio satellites.
The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur Radio in
Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.
Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to: ans-editor [at]
amsat.org
You can sign up for free e-mail delivery of the AMSAT News Service
Bulletins via the ANS List; to join this list see:
https://mailman.amsat.org/postorius/lists/ans.amsat.org/
In this edition:
* AMSAT-EA's GENESIS Satellites Lost in Firefly Alpha Launch Failure
* MESAT1 Submitted for IARU Coordination
* AO-7 to Enter Full Sunlight Period
* Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate at NASA Recognizes
ARISS Organization
* VUCC Awards-Endorsements for September 1, 2021
* Call for Papers for the AMSAT Space Symposium
* Registration Open for AMSAT Space Symposium
* Voting Period for 2021 AMSAT Board of Directors Election Closes September
15th
* ARISS News
* Upcoming Satellite Operations
* Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
* Satellite Shorts From All Over
ANS-248 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins
To: All RADIO AMATEURS
From: Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation
712 H Street NE, Suite 1653
Washington, DC 20002
DATE 2021 Sep 05
AMSAT-EA's GENESIS Satellites Lost in Firefly Alpha Launch Failure
Firefly's first launch attempt for their Firefly Alpha rocket ended
approximately 2.5 minutes after liftoff on Thursday evening when an anomaly
resulted in the loss of the vehicle. Among the payloads lost were
AMSAT-EA's GENESIS-L and GENESIS-N amateur radio satellites.
Felix Paez, EA4GQS, from AMSAT-EA said "we are very proud of all the team
work and very grateful for this opportunity Firefly has granted to us." He
added, "in January we will launch with SpaceX through Alba Orbital, our FM
repeaters Hades and EASAT-2. We will keep you posted."
Other payloads lost on the mission are listed at
https://firefly.com/firefly-aerospace-announces-dream-payload-participants/
[ANS thanks for Felix Paez, EA4GQS, and Firefly for the above information]
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Join the 2021 President's Club!
Score your 2" 4-Color Accent Commemorative Coin.
This gold finished coin comes with
Full Color Certificate and Embroidered "Remove Before Flight" Key Tag
Donate today at
https://www.amsat.org/join-the-amsat-presidents-club/
You won't want to miss it!
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MESAT1 Submitted for IARU Coordination
The University of Maine's WiSe-Net Lab has applied for IARU coordination
for their 3U CubeSat, MESAT1.
MESAT1 will carry an LTM-1 transponder, provided by AMSAT, that will serve
as a linear transponder for amateur radio operators to use for recreation
and practice in addition to supporting telemetry and command with the
satellite systems. This operation will provide education and training in
the radio arts for students at the University of Maine, as they monitor
onboard systems and receive telemetry and data from the onboard sensors,
including remote sensors. MESAT1 also provides an opportunity for AMSAT to
further characterize and test the capabilities of the LTM-1 in orbit, and
to gain more flight heritage for the device. The LTM-1 is a 30 kHz wide V/u
linear transponder with a 1k2 BPSK beacon.
MESAT1 will also carry an L-band GlobalStar transmitter with a carrier
frequency of 1616.25 MHz. This will be used along with the onboard GPS
receiver, to provide back to the team early mission TLEs. These will be
published on our website as well as on Space Track, to allow our ground
station as well as hams worldwide to accurately point antennas and access
the LTM-1.
MESAT1 is scheduled to launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base in June 2022
into a 555 km SSO.
More information is available at https://umaine.edu/wisenetlab/mesat1/
[ANS thanks the IARU for the above information]
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AO-7 to Enter Full Sunlight Period
AO-7 will enter a period of full illumination on September 9, 2021. This
full illumination period will last until April 11, 2022.
While in full illumination, the satellite's 24 hour timer will
automatically switch between operation in Mode A (145 MHz uplink / 29 MHz
downlink) and Mode B (432 MHz uplink / 145 MHz downlink).
The Mode A transponder uses a 145.850 - 145.950 MHz uplink and a 29.400 -
29.500 MHz downlink. Unlike the Mode B transponder, the Mode A transponder
is non-inverting. QSOs have been made using small portable 10m antennas for
the downlink, but a full size dipole or directional antenna works best.
[ANS thanks AMSAT for the above information]
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Need new satellite antennas? Purchase Arrows, Alaskan Arrows,
and M2 LEO-Packs from the AMSAT Store. When you purchase through
AMSAT, a portion of the proceeds goes towards
Keeping Amateur Radio in Space.
https://amsat.org/product-category/hardware/
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Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate at NASA Recognizes
ARISS Organization
Kathryn Lueders, Associate Administrator for Human Exploration and
Operations Mission Directorate at NASA has posted a statement recognizing
Amateur Radio On The International Space Station (ARISS) for its
accomplishments in promoting STEM initiatives through amateur radio:
NASA’s Space Communications and Navigation (SCaN) networks enable #NASA to
inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and explorers – even
from 350 kilometers above Earth. In addition to connecting the science
community on Earth with the groundbreaking research studies and experiments
aboard the International Space Station, SCaN enables the space station to
act as a unique platform for global STEM outreach and education efforts.
For over 20 years, the Amateur Radio on the International Space Station
(ARISS) program, a non-profit supported by SCaN, has connected classrooms
on Earth with astronauts aboard the space station, allowing students to
engage directly with astronauts in real-time. Using ham radio equipment
installed on the space station and a ham radio station on the ground,
students are able to establish a direct radio connection with the space
station and ask the crew questions about living in space and what it takes
to become an astronaut. In preparation for their ARISS contact, the
students explore a variety of #STEM studies, including space exploration,
radio communication, and wireless technologies. With tens of thousands of
student participants each year, the ARISS program plays an important role
in inspiring the Artemis Generation and encouraging students to pursue STEM
careers. Learn more about the ARISS program and how you can bring space
into your classroom here: www.ariss.org
[ANS thanks Dave Jordan, AA4KN, ARISS PR, for the above information]
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VUCC Awards-Endorsements for September 1, 2021
Here are the endorsements and new VUCC Satellite Awards issued by the ARRL
for the period August 1, 2021 through September 1, 2021. Congratulations to
all those who made the list this month!
Congratulations to Dave Chasey N9FN on achieving the AMSAT GridMaster Award.
CALL August September
N8RO 1100 1105
WI7P 858 859
AA8CH 750 775
K9UO 653 675
WD9EWK 655 667 (DM43)
KE8FZT 500 550
KB9STR 431 508
KS1G 451 484
W8LR 453 479
AK8CW 451 456 (DM37)
HP2VX 406 425
VE4MM 350 361
KN2K 300 350
EA2AA 300 346
K5ZM 277 326
K8BL 278 283
KC1MMC 150 230
RA3DNC 156 200
VE3KY 150 182
N2NWK New 173
KD9NGV 100 151
KE7RTB 100 150
W5ERX New 133
DL6GBM 100 114
VY2HF New 103
AA8CH 101 102 (EN84)
CM2ESP New 101
JK2XXK New 100
LA9XGA New 100
WA5RR New 100
If you find errors or omissions. please contact me off-list at
<mycall>@<mycall>.com and I'll revise the announcement. This list was
developed by comparing the ARRL .pdf listings for the two months. It's a
visual comparison so omissions are possible. Apologies if your call was not
mentioned. Thanks to all those who are roving to grids that are rarely on
the birds. They are doing a lot of the work!
[ANS thanks Ron Parsons, W5RKN, for the above information]
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AMSAT's GOLF Program is about getting back to higher orbits, and it all
begins with GOLF-TEE – a technology demonstrator for deployable solar
panels, propulsion, and attitude control, now manifested for launch on
NASA's ELaNa 46 mission. Come along for the ride. The journey will be
worth it!
https://tinyurl.com/ANS-GOLF
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Call for Papers for the AMSAT Space Symposium Proceedings
This is the first call for papers for the 39th AMSAT Space Symposium to be
held on the weekend of October 29-31, 2021 at the Crowne Plaza AiRE hotel
in Bloomington, Minnesota.
Proposals for symposium presentations are invited on any topic of interest
to the amateur satellite community. We request a tentative title of your
presentation as soon as possible, with final copy submitted by October 18
for inclusion in the symposium proceedings. Abstracts and papers should be
sent to Dan Schultz, N8FGV at n8fgv at amsat.org.
[ANS thanks Dan Schultz, N8FGV, for the above information]
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Registration Open for AMSAT Space Symposium
The 39th AMSAT Space Symposium and Annual General Meeting will be held
Friday through Sunday, October 29-31, 2021, at the Crowne Plaza AiRE in
Bloomington, Minnesota.
Registration is now open for the event at https://launch.amsat.org/Events
Student registrations are available at $40, and General registration is at
$75. Registration for the Saturday evening Symposium Banquet is an
additional $55. Full details are available at the registration website.
The Crowne Plaza AiRE is located at 3 Appletree Square, Bloomington, MN
55245, adjacent to the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and only
steps away from the METRO Blue Line’s American Blvd. stop. Nearby shopping
and tourist attractions include Mall of America, SEA LIFE at Mall of
America, Nickelodeon Universe, and the Minnesota Zoo.
The Symposium includes presentations, exhibit space, and the AMSAT Annual
General Meeting. The preliminary schedule is presented at
https://launch.amsat.org/event-4414716
The AMSAT Board of Directors Meeting will be held before the Symposium,
October 28-29, at the same hotel.
Those attending may make hotel reservations by calling the hotel directly
at (952) 854-9000 or (877) 424-4188 (toll free). The group name is Amateur
Satellite Group.
Platinum and Titanium members of the AMSAT President's Club receive free
admission to the Symposium and receive a complimentary lunch with the
President on Saturday afternoon. Please email members(a)amsat.org to arrange
registration.
Presenters are invited to participate at the Symposium and/or submit a
paper to the Symposium Proceedings. Read the Call for Papers at
https://www.amsat.org/2021-amsat-symposium-proceedings-call-for-papers/ for
more information.
[ANS thanks AMSAT for the above information]
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Voting Period for 2021 AMSAT Board of Directors Election Closes September
15th
The nomination period for the 2021 Board of Directors Election ended on
June 15, 2021. The following candidates have been duly nominated and their
candidate statements can be found at link that follows:
Joseph Armbruster, KJ4JIO
Robert Bankston, KE4AL
Jerry Buxton, N0JY
Zach Metzinger, N0ZGO
In accordance with our Bylaws, AMSAT must hold an election, even though we
have four nominations for four open Director positions. As such, we will
host electronic voting on our Member Portal this year, at no cost to the
organization. Voting is now open and will close on September 15, 2021.
When members click on the poll link, they will see their ballot (poll
question). After choosing from the possible options, click the Submit
button to cast your vote. Unlike many online polls, the results of all
votes cast, up to the point of your vote, will not be displayed. AMSAT
members can only vote once. If you click the poll link again after already
voting, a vote submitted message will be displayed. As four seats on the
Board of Directors are up for election this year, all four candidates will
be seated on the Board when the voting period concludes on September 15,
2021.
To read candidate biographies visit:
https://launch.amsat.org/2021-BoD-Election
AMSAT members may access their ballots at:
https://launch.amsat.org/Sys/Poll/25943
[ANS thanks Jeff Davis, KE9V, AMSAT Secretary, for the above information]
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ARISS News
The next scheduled ARISS contact is TBD.
Amateurs and others around the world may listen in on contacts between
amateurs operating in schools and allowing students to interact with
astronauts and cosmonauts aboard the International Space Station. The
downlink frequency on which to listen is 145.800 MHz worldwide.
Columbus Module radios:
IORS (Kenwood D710GA) – STATUS - Configured. Supporting cross band repeater
(145.990 MHz up {PL 67} & 437.800 MHz down). Next mode change is to packet
operation (145.825 MHz up & down) in late September.
Power down for upcoming RS EVA on Sep. 09.
Power down for upcoming US EVA on Sep. 12.
Supporting USOS scheduled voice contacts, packet and voice repeater ops.
Service Module radios:
Kenwood D710E – STATUS - Radio usually off.
Power down for upcoming RS EVA on Sep. 09.
Power down for upcoming US EVA on Sep. 12.
Supporting ROS scheduled voice contacts and SSTV.
The latest information on the operation mode can be found at
https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html
The latest list of frequencies in use can be found at
https://www.ariss.org/contact-the-iss.html
[ANS thanks Charlie Sufana, AJ9N, one of the ARISS operation team mentors,
for the above information]
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AMSAT, along with our ARISS partners, is developing an Amateur
Radio package, including two-way communication capability, to
be carried on-board Gateway in lunar orbit.
Support AMSAT's projects today at https://www.amsat.org/donate/
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Upcoming Satellite Operations
VE7KPM: CN78, 3-6 September – the 4th & 5th being the big operating days.
Might be on the night of the 3rd, and bit on the morning of the 6th.
VE3KY will be returning to FN26 for a three day holiday style operation on
Sept 16, 17 and 18. I will operate both linear and FM birds and will
hopefully try to update operating times and passes on twitter @busman49.
K8BL: I’ll be going back to FN01, 02 & EN92 soon. Looking to do FN14 this
Fall.
VE1VOX: I’ll be operating holiday style Sept 4,5,6 from FN63, FN64. FM only
using VE1VOX..
W2, UNITED STATES (Special Event/We Will Never Forget). Members of the
Great South Bay Amateur Radio Club (GSBARC)[W2GSB] and the Northeast
Wireless Radio Club [NW2C] will activate the special event callsign W2T
from Fort Totten Park (Army Base) Queens, NY, on September 11th, between 10
am EST to 8 pm EST. Activity is to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the
attack on the World Trade Center. Operations will be on various HF bands
using CW, SSB, satellites and the Digital modes. Please visit the QRZ.com
W2T page after the event to get a downloadable certificate only.
TI200, COSTA RICA (Special Event). Members of the Radio Club of Costa Rica
(TI0RC) will be active as TI200I from San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica,
between September 1-30th. Activity is to celebrate the 200th anniversary of
the Independence of Costa Rica. Operators mentioned are Carlos/ TI2CC,
Gus/TI2ALF, Carlos/TI2BSH, Eugenio/TI2CCC, Charlie/TI5CDA, Luis/TI2CLX,
Gregory/TI2GBB, Hugo/TI2HAS, Javier/TI2JS, Rob/TI3RCS, Eduardo/TI2SD,
Victor/TI2VVV, Alfonso/TI3ATS, Jon/TI5JON, Juan "JC"/TI5VMJ,
Kamal/N3KS/TI5, Adrian/TI2LCO, Juan/TI2JCY, Francisco/TI2OKY and Minor/
TI2YO. Activity will be on all HF bands using CW, SSB, FT8, RTTY, PSK31 and
the Satellites. QSL via LoTW. For QSL and certificate info: ti200i(a)ti0rc.org
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT rover page manager, and the Ohio/Penn
DX Bulletin No. 1529 for the above information]
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Hamfests, Conventions, Maker Faires, and Other Events
AMSAT Ambassadors provide presentations, demonstrate communicating through
amateur satellites, and host information tables at club meetings, hamfests,
conventions, maker faires, and other events.
Northeast HamXposition - Sep 10-12, 2021, Marlborough, MA
https://hamxposition.org/
AMSAT will have a booth at the event. Additionally, the following forums on
Saturday will be of interest to AMSAT members and those interested in
amateur satellites.
AMSAT and Satellite Status Forum
Burns Fisher, WB1FJ
Burns’ presentation will talk about what is currently going on with AMSAT,
including the new on-line membership portal and on-line distribution of The
AMSAT Journal, as well as the current state of AMSAT satellites and new
satellites that we are working on.
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Room: Princess Room
Getting Started With Amateur Satellites
Robert Hayes, KB1SWZ
Bob will share tips for the beginner to get started with the “easy” FM
satellites.
Time: 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Room: Princess Room
An ISS Crew Contact: Planning, Execution & Learnings Along the Way
Fred Kemmerer, AB1OC
Prepare to blast off for an Amateur Radio experience of a lifetime! The
ARISS program provides a way that Amateur Radio operators can work with
schools and youth groups to talk to an astronaut on the International Space
Station (ISS) using Amateur Radio. Fred will share all the steps needed to
secure, prepare for and perform an ISS contact along with a school or youth
group. Topics covered include proposal development to secure a contact,
education planning around Amateur Radio and other STEM activities, and
preparing and testing an Amateur Radio Ground Station to communicate with
the ISS. The talk includes video from actual ISS contacts made between
schools and astronauts on the ISS.
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Room: Salon A
AMSAT Ambassador Clint Bradford, K6LCS, has online Zoom presentations
scheduled in coming weeks with amateur groups in
New Jersey
Central New Hampshire
North Carolina
Conejo Valley CA
Sonoma County CA
Massachusetts
Antelope Valley CA
Contact Clint to arrange other events:
Clint Bradford K6LCS, AMSAT Ambassador; ARRL instructor
http://www.work-sat.com
Email: clintbradford AT mac DOT com
(909) 999-SATS (7287) - voicemail/message
[ANS thanks Paul Overn, KE0PBR, AMSAT Events page manager, for the above
information]
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Want to fly the colors on your own grid expedition?
Get your AMSAT car flag and other neat stuff
from our Zazzle store!
25% of the purchase price of each product goes
towards Keeping Amateur Radio in Space
https://www.zazzle.com/amsat_gear
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Satellite Shorts From All Over
+ Hiroyuki Ishida, 7N1PFW, has received the 57th 73 on 73 Award. He
completed the requirements for the award exclusively using CW. This award
is issued for working 73 unique stations on AO-73 since September 1, 2014.
To apply, send a list of your stations worked to n8hm at arrl.net (Thanks
to Paul Stoetzer, N8HM, 73 on 73 Award Sponsor)
+ JARL has released the FO-29 operation schedule for September. It can be
found at https://www.jarl.org/Japanese/3_Fuji/fuji3-202108.htm
+ JAMSAT has released the FO-99 operation scehdule for September. It can be
found at https://www.jamsat.or.jp/?p=1605
+ JAXA will launch its Epsilon rocket for the 5th time on October 1st.
JA1OGZ has posted a summary of the satellites with amateur payloads on the
launch at https://twitter.com/ja1ogz/status/1433236305970794499
+ Congratulations to Dave Chasey, N9FN, on receiving the 33rd AMSAT
GridMaster Award. The GridMaster Award is issued to amateurs who work and
confirm QSOs via satellite with all 488 grid squares in the continental
United States. More information at https://www.amsat.org/gridmaster/
(Thanks Bruce Paige, KK5DO, AMSAT Director of Contests and Awards)
+ An acrylic GridMaster desk plaque is now available on the AMSAT store for
GridMaster Award recipients.
https://www.amsat.org/product/amsat-gridmaster-acrylic-desk-plaque/
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Join AMSAT today at https://launch.amsat.org/
In addition to regular membership, AMSAT offers membership to:
* Societies (a recognized group, clubs or organization).
* Primary and secondary school students are eligible for membership at
one-half the standard yearly rate.
* Post-secondary school students enrolled in at least half time status
shall be eligible for the student rate for a maximum of 6 post-secondary
years in this status.
* Memberships are available for annual and lifetime terms.
Contact info [at] amsat.org for additional membership information.
73 and remember to help Keep Amateur Radio in Space!
This week's ANS Editor,
Paul Stoetzer, N8HM
n8hm at amsat dot org
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