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CubeSats vs SmallSats: Which Is Right for Your First University or Startup Mission?
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CubeSats vs SmallSats: Which Is Right for Your First University or Startup Mission?

On September 16, 2026

A practical comparison of CubeSat and smallsat options for UK university and startup teams, covering payload fit, launch rideshares, cost drivers and licensing timelines.

How to Build a DIY Ground Station for Receiving Weather Satellite Images in the UK
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How to Build a DIY Ground Station for Receiving Weather Satellite Images in the UK

On September 14, 2026

A practical UK guide to building a cheap ground station: choosing an SDR, antenna and decoding software to pull live weather images from NOAA and...

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