Another Astra 2E satellite launch delay
Astra 2E News Update:
10/09/13 : Reports from Ukraine are saying that the launch of Astra 2E on the 16th / 17th September has again been delayed. “A technical problem was found during the final inspection of the rocket Proton carrying the satellite Astra 2E on the cosmodrome Baikonur, a source in the cosmodrome said. No new launch date has been mentioned, but rumours that the new launch date for Astra 2E is the 30th September, but nothing from official sources.
Astra 2E Satellite News Updates
About Astra 2E
Astra 2E will be an essential satellite in the SES fleet, designed to enhance digital television, radio, and broadband services across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. When launched, it will be positioned at 28.2° East, a key orbital slot that will provide comprehensive coverage, particularly for the UK and Ireland. Astra 2E will be equipped with 60 Ku-band transponders and 4 Ka-band transponders, which will enable it to deliver high-definition television and broadband internet to millions of homes and businesses.
In the future, Astra 2E is expected to play a crucial role in ensuring the continuity of services for broadcasters, allowing them to meet growing demand for high-quality content and reliable internet services. The satellite will replace older satellites in the Astra 2 series, improving capacity and coverage. It will also support the increasing need for data transmission, helping to bridge the digital divide by expanding broadband access in underserved areas.
As technology evolves, Astra 2E will likely adapt to new broadcasting standards, ensuring that it remains a vital asset in SES’s satellite network. Its advanced capabilities will allow it to deliver both current and future media services, securing SES’s leadership in satellite communications for years to come.
About the Proton Rocket
The Proton rocket is a heavy-lift launch vehicle developed by Russia, initially designed by the Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center. First launched in 1965, Proton has been a crucial part of Russia’s space program, carrying out numerous missions, including deploying satellites, space station modules, and interplanetary probes. It uses a combination of hypergolic fuels, known for their reliability, to power its stages. The rocket has been used extensively for both government and commercial launches, including sending communication satellites like Astra 2E into orbit. Proton’s flexibility and heavy payload capacity make it a key player in global space launch
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