Author Topic: Soyuz-2.1b/Fregat - OneWeb F8 (x36) - Vostochny - 1 July 2021 (12:48 UTC) (Read 17316 times)

jacqmans · « **Reply #60 on:** 07/01/2021 01:20 pm »

https://twitter.com/roscosmos/status/1410588328659931136?s=20

Rondaz · « **Reply #61 on:** 07/01/2021 01:20 pm »

The tenth launch from the Vostochny cosmodrome took place

07/01/2021 15:57

Today, July 1, 2021, at 15:48:33 Moscow time, the launch crews of the subsidiaries of the State Corporation Roscosmos at the Vostochny cosmodrome launched the Soyuz-2.1b carrier rocket with the Fregat upper stage and 36 new spacecraft of the company OneWeb as part of mission 48. At 15:57 Moscow time, the upper stage separated from the third stage of the carrier on a suborbital trajectory.

According to telemetry information, the launch, separation of the stages and the orbital block were carried out in the normal mode. After that, the Fregat upper stage continued to launch 36 vehicles into the target circular orbit. Over the next 3 hours and 40 minutes, OneWeb satellites, in accordance with the flight sequence, will be separated (in groups of four satellites) from the Russian "accelerator" produced by the S.A. Lavochkin (part of the Roscosmos State Corporation). The spacecraft are launched into an orbit with an altitude of 450 km, after which they are independently launched into 12 preset planes.

With this launch, the OneWeb LEO constellation will increase by another 36 satellites and reach 254 satellites. Thus, the orbital constellation will be 100% manned to cover all regions north of latitude 50. This launch will open up full-fledged access to services in the UK, Alaska, Northern Europe, Greenland, Iceland, the continental United States, the seas of the Arctic Ocean and Canada.

Today's launch was the fifth commercial launch from the Vostochny cosmodrome implemented under contracts between Glavkosmos (part of Roscosmos) with the European launch services provider Arianespace (operator of OneWeb spacecraft launches using the Soyuz-2 launch vehicle) and Starsem for the satellite operator. group OneWeb from the Russian cosmodrome.

The Soyuz-2 launch vehicle was developed on the basis of the Soyuz-U serial rocket. The lead developer is the Progress Rocket and Space Center (Samara, part of Roscosmos). Upgraded propulsion systems and modern control and measurement systems are used on launch vehicles of the Soyuz-2 family, which improves technical and operational characteristics. Structurally "Soyuz-2", like all missiles of the "Soyuz" family, is made according to the scheme of longitudinal-transverse division of rocket stages. In combination with the Fregat upper stage, it is intended for launching spacecraft into low-earth orbits of various heights and inclinations, including geo-transfer and geostationary orbits, as well as departure trajectories.

Liquid-propellant rocket engines RD-107A and RD-108A are used at the first and second stages of the launch vehicle, and at the third stage, the four-chamber RD-0124. With the help of RD-107 and RD-108 developments of the Scientific and Production Association "Energomash" named after academician V.P. Glushko (Khimki, part of Roskosmos) reliably ensures the implementation of the domestic program of manned flights and spacecraft launch. To date, work has been carried out to modernize the basic RD-107 engines for the first stage and RD-108 engines for the second stage - 18 modifications for various programs.

https://www.roscosmos.ru/31728/

jacqmans · « **Reply #62 on:** 07/01/2021 01:24 pm »

https://twitter.com/roscosmos/status/1410589870846889989?s=20

Rondaz · « **Reply #63 on:** 07/01/2021 01:41 pm »

Missed today's launch? Check out the highlights!

The #OneWeb spacecraft are launched into an orbit with an altitude of 450 km, after which they are independently launched into 12 specified planes

https://twitter.com/roscosmos/status/1410594046712508428

Rondaz · « **Reply #64 on:** 07/01/2021 02:29 pm »

The first four communication satellites #OneWeb , launched today from the # Vostochny cosmodrome , have successfully separated from the Fregat upper stage.

There is a separation of the second batch of #OneWeb satellites from the upper stage. With this launch, the OneWeb LEO constellation will increase by another 36 satellites.

https://twitter.com/roscosmos/status/1410606038965915666

Star One · « **Reply #65 on:** 07/01/2021 02:52 pm »

One Web 8 launch:

Rondaz · « **Reply #66 on:** 07/01/2021 03:22 pm »

The @OneWeb ops team has made successful contact with the first 8/8 satellites. So far so good
@Arianespace

https://twitter.com/M_Ladovaz/status/1410610072867074057

Rondaz · « **Reply #67 on:** 07/01/2021 03:54 pm »

We have received confirmation of the separation of 3, 4, 5 and 6 batches of #OneWeb satellites from the Fregat upper stage.

https://twitter.com/roscosmos/status/1410627692865675271

Rondaz · « **Reply #68 on:** 07/01/2021 04:07 pm »

A few seconds ago, the 7th batch of #OneWeb spacecraft separated from the Fregat upper stage.

24 + 4 = 28 satellites were launched into target orbit as part of the 48th mission

https://twitter.com/roscosmos/status/1410629950571433984

Rondaz · « **Reply #69 on:** 07/01/2021 04:09 pm »

24 satellites have now been deployed - just 12 more to go.

https://twitter.com/OneWeb/status/1410629473758760963

Rondaz · « **Reply #70 on:** 07/01/2021 04:32 pm »

Seventh separation confirmed.Almost there!

https://twitter.com/Arianespace/status/1410630767823273984

Rondaz · « **Reply #71 on:** 07/01/2021 05:29 pm »

All 36 #OneWeb communication satellites have successfully separated from the Fregat upper stage and launched into target orbits // All 36@OneWeb communications satellites successfully separated from the Fregat upper stage

https://twitter.com/roscosmos/status/1410651450313740290

Rondaz · « **Reply #72 on:** 07/01/2021 05:33 pm »

In honor of the fifth launch of "Five to 50" and the delivery of all satellites on time, a welcome message "Hello North Pole" was posted on the head fairing, which symbolized the significant progress of #OneWeb in the process of covering the territory of the Arctic.

https://twitter.com/roscosmos/status/1410652175378829312

Rondaz · « **Reply #73 on:** 07/01/2021 05:52 pm »

Running #OneWeb carried out by order of @Arianespace and #Starsem under contracts @glavkosmosJSC... It also became commercial 5 from the Vostochny cosmodrome and was carried out by the joint crew of Roscosmos enterprises: Progress RCC, NPO Lavochkin, TsENKI, RKS, Glavkosmos.

https://twitter.com/roscosmos/status/1410653223665508361

Rondaz · « **Reply #74 on:** 07/01/2021 06:35 pm »

Exciting news as our final satellite separation is complete! Stay tuned as we await signal acquisition to confirm mission success.

https://twitter.com/OneWeb/status/1410653228044275719

Rondaz · « **Reply #75 on:** 07/01/2021 06:42 pm »

A batch of 36 OneWeb satellites in orbit

07/01/2021 20:26

On Thursday, July 1, 2021, at 15:48:33 Moscow time, the tenth launch took place from the Vostochny cosmodrome and the fourth this year. The Soyuz launch complex successfully launched the Soyuz-2.1b launch vehicle with the Fregat upper stage and 36 spacecraft from the OneWeb satellite company. After 563.7 seconds, the warhead detached itself from the third stage of the carrier and continued its autonomous flight.

The sequential separation of nine groups of spacecraft from the upper stage took place in accordance with the plan laid down by the specialists of the S.A. Lavochkin flight cyclogram. During the launch, eleven active sites were provided: three activations of the main propulsion system (the last one for the purpose of delivering the upper stage to the “withdrawal orbit”) and eight activations of the propulsion system for stabilization, orientation and launch support necessary for safe separation and divergence of satellites.

They are in the normal mode injected into target orbits. Foreign customers of Glavkosmos confirmed the full fulfillment of the contractual obligations by the company. All satellites are accepted for communication by the customer. After the completion of the disengagement and separation of spacecraft, the Fregat upper stage will be de-orbited, and non-combustible elements will be flooded into the uninhabited part of the Pacific Ocean.

The Upper Stage "Fregat" ensures the efficient performance of all tasks of placing one or several vehicles into working orbits or trajectories taking off from the Earth. The entire process of launching is carried out autonomously, without interference from the Earth. The highest reliability and almost perfect launch accuracy provide the upper stage with undeniable competitive advantages in the global space launch market. This launch was the 98th for the Fregat upper stage.

The spacecraft were launched by order of the European provider of launch services Arianespace (operator of the launch of OneWeb spacecraft using the Soyuz-2 launch vehicle) and by Starsem under the contracts of Glavkosmos (a subsidiary of the State Corporation Roscosmos). It also became the fifth fully commercial launch from the Vostochny cosmodrome and was carried out by the joint crew of Roscosmos enterprises: RCC Progress, NPO Lavochkin, TsENKI, RKS, Glavkosmos, as well as foreign customers.

OneWeb satellites are designed to create a space communications system that provides high-speed Internet access anywhere in the world. The orbital constellation will consist of 18 planes with 36 vehicles each. After the launch, the constellation of OneWeb satellites in low Earth orbit numbers 254 satellites, and hundreds of others are planned to be launched.

Today's launch made it possible to open full-fledged access to services in the UK, Alaska, Northern Europe, Greenland, Iceland, the continental United States, in the seas of the Arctic Ocean and Canada. Demonstration access to the services will be launched this summer in several key regions, including Alaska and Canada - OneWeb is now preparing to fully launch commercial services in these regions in the next six months. Offering connectivity services that meet industry standards, the company has already announced a number of distribution partnerships across multiple industries, including ROCK Networks, AST Group, PDI, Alaska Communications, and more - and continues to grow its global capabilities. OneWeb also continues to interact with telecommunications and Internet providers, authorities, as well as other market players around the world in order to offer high-speed access services. At the same time, the company sees a growing demand for new services to connect the most remote points of the globe.

Commercial access is expected to be open before the end of the year, with global access slated to open in 2022. In honor of the fifth launch of "Five to 50" and the delivery of all satellites on time, a welcome message "Hello North Pole" was posted on the head fairing, which symbolized OneWeb's significant progress in covering the Arctic.

Internet access via the OneWeb satellite system will be provided through 40 ground-based terminal stations that will be deployed on the surface of the Earth. The OneWeb terminals will be self-contained, self-sufficient and well protected from adverse environmental factors. Each of the terminals will be able to provide high-speed Internet access in its coverage area via Wi-Fi, LTE or 5G technologies.

https://www.roscosmos.ru/31729/

Rondaz · « **Reply #76 on:** 07/01/2021 07:02 pm »

Mission success! A pivotal moment here at OneWeb as we have successfully acquired signal from all our satellites from our eighth #OneWebLaunch

https://twitter.com/OneWeb/status/1410670777276547075

jacqmans · « **Reply #77 on:** 07/02/2021 06:21 am »

July 1, 2021

Flight ST33: Arianespace successfully deploys 36 OneWeb constellation satellites

- OneWeb’s new launch overall places 36 new constellation satellites into orbit.

– Following this 8th launch for OneWeb, Arianespace has deployed 254 satellites in low Earth orbit for the constellation.

– ST33 Flight, conducted by Arianespace and its Starsem affiliate, has placed into orbit enough satellites, allowing OneWeb to deliver connectivity services in Canada, U.K., Northern Europe, Alaska and Arctic regions by the years end.

Performed on Thursday, July 1st at precisely 09:48 p.m. local time at Russia’s Vostochny Cosmodrome (12:48 p.m. UTC), Soyuz Flight ST33 lifted-off with 36 new OneWeb satellites onboard, bringing after the successful deployment the size of the fleet in orbit to 254. Flight ST33 was the 58th Soyuz mission carried out by Arianespace and its Starsem affiliate.

“This new launch was very special, marking the completion of OneWeb’s ‘Five to 50’ ambition to bring into orbit the satellites required to enable connectivity services to the 50th parallel and above by years end which includes Canada, U.K., Northern Europe, Alaska and Arctic regions,” said Stéphane Israël, Chief Executive Officer of Arianespace and Starsem. “Congratulations to all the teams who made this eighth launch dedicated to OneWeb’s satellites a success!”

Arianespace has launched 254 OneWeb satellites through eight Soyuz launches to date. Arianespace will perform 11 more Soyuz launches for OneWeb through 2021 and 2022. These launches will enable OneWeb to complete the deployment of its full global constellation of low Earth orbit satellites before the end of 2022.

OneWeb’s mission is to create a global connectivity platform through a next-generation satellite constellation in low Earth orbit. The OneWeb constellation will deliver high-speed, low-latency connectivity to a wide range of customer sectors, including aviation, maritime, enterprise and governments. Central to its purpose, OneWeb seeks to bring connectivity to the hardest to reach places, where fiber cannot reach, and thereby bridge the digital divide.

The satellite prime contractor is OneWeb Satellites, a joint venture of OneWeb and Airbus Defence and Space. The satellites were produced in Florida, USA in its leading-edge satellite manufacturing facilities that can build up to two satellites per day on a series production line dedicated to spacecraft assembly, integration, and testing.

https://www.arianespace.com/press-release/flight-st33-arianespace-successfully-deploys-36-oneweb-constellation-satellites/

jacqmans · « **Reply #78 on:** 07/02/2021 06:23 am »

July 1, 2021

OneWeb Completes its ‘Five to 50’ Mission to Cover Regions North of 50 Degrees Latitude including UK, Canada, Alaska and Arctic Region

OneWeb confirms successful launch and contact with all 36 satellites launched earlier today, bringing total in-orbit constellation to 254 satellites

High-speed connectivity to be available from the North Pole to the 50th parallel – includes the United Kingdom, Canada, Alaska and Arctic Region

On track for full global coverage by June 2022 with a LEO constellation of 648 satellites

London, 1 July 2021: OneWeb, the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communications company, today announced the successful launch of another 36 satellites to mark the completion of its ‘Five to 50’ mission. With this major milestone, the Company is ready to deliver connectivity across the United Kingdom, Canada, Alaska, Northern Europe, Greenland, and the Arctic Region.

The latest launch takes OneWeb’s in-orbit constellation to 254 satellites, or 40% of OneWeb’s planned fleet of 648 LEO satellites that will deliver high-speed, low-latency global connectivity. OneWeb intends to make global service available in 2022.

Service demonstrations will begin this summer in several key locations – including Alaska and Canada – as OneWeb prepares for commercial service in the next six months. Offering enterprise-grade connectivity services, the Company has already announced distribution partnerships across several industries and businesses including with BT, ROCK Network, AST Group, PDI, Alaska Communications and others, as OneWeb expands its global capabilities. The Company continues to engage with telecommunications providers, ISPs, and governments worldwide to offer its low-latency, high-speed connectivity services and sees growing demand for new solutions to connect the hardest to reach places.

The launch of the latest 36 satellites was conducted by Arianespace from the Vostochny Cosmodrom. Liftoff occurred on 1 July at 13:48 BST. OneWeb’s satellites separated from the rocket and were dispensed in 9 batches over a period of 3 hours 52 minutes with signal acquisition on all 36 satellites confirmed.

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, the Rt. Hon. Boris Johnson, MP, said: “This latest launch of OneWeb satellites will put high-speed broadband within reach of the whole Northern Hemisphere later this year, including improving connectivity in the remotest parts of the UK.

“Backed by the British Government, OneWeb proves what is possible when public and private investment come together, putting the UK at the forefront of the latest technologies, opening up new markets, and ultimately transforming the lives of people around the world.”

Sunil Bharti Mittal, Founder and Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, Executive Chairman of OneWeb, said: “Today’s momentous milestone demonstrates that OneWeb is now a leader in LEO broadband connectivity, serving a wide range of stakeholders across the Northern Hemisphere. This fifth launch amid the unprecedented global pandemic is truly remarkable and I congratulate the management team and fellow shareholders on the success.

“Bharti’s doubling of its investment earlier this week is testament to the commitment to OneWeb’s mission. We now look forward to the next chapter in OneWeb’s story, preparing the company for commercial service in the less than six months to deliver our global connectivity solutions to communities around the world.”

The Rt. Hon. Kwasi Kwarteng, MP, Secretary of State, BEIS, added: “Today’s launch is an exciting milestone in providing some of the world’s most remote locations with fast, UK-backed broadband less than a year since British government investment made this possible. With yet another successful mission, the people of the UK can be proud that this country is at the heart of the latest advances in small satellite technology.

“OneWeb’s coverage across the Northern Hemisphere now puts the United Kingdom at the forefront of the latest developments in Low Earth Orbit technology, and we will capitalise on the company’s unique position within this growing market to build a strong domestic space industry and cement our status as a global science and technology superpower.”

Neil Masterson, OneWeb CEO, said: “This is a truly historic moment for OneWeb, the culmination of months of positive momentum in our ‘Five to 50’ programme, increased investment from our global partners and the rapid onboarding of new customers. We are incredibly excited to start delivering high-speed, low-latency connectivity first to the UK and the Arctic region and to see our network scale over the coming months as we continue building to global service. Thanks to all our incredible partners who have been with us on this journey and are instrumental to making OneWeb’s mission a success.”

https://www.oneweb.world/media-center/oneweb-completes-its-five-to-50-mission

Rondaz · « **Reply #79 on:** 07/03/2021 11:43 am »

CelesTrak has TLEs for 36 objects, presumably from the #OneWeb8 launch. But these show as 2021-061 instead of 2021-060 (maybe I missed a launch?). I haven't edited the SATCAT yet to make the necessary corrections.

https://twitter.com/TSKelso/status/1411078946607624192