Battery Recall for Delphi
Battery Recall for Delphi MyFi, Pioneer AirWare and Tao XM2GO Satellite Radio Receivers (About.com)
If you purchased a Delphi MyFi, Pioneer AirWare or Tao XM2GO satellite radio in the last year, there's a recall on your battery because it might overheat, melt, or burn you. The good news is they're being replaced. Read more….
NASA's Venerable FUSE Ultraviolet Satellite Returns to Operations (SpaceRef)
NASA's Far Ultraviolet Spectroscopic Explorer astronomy satellite is back in full operation, its aging onboard software control system rejuvenated and its mission extended by enterprising scientists and engineers after a near-death experience in December 2004.
Spanish military satellite launch delayed again (PhysOrg)
Space operator Arianespace said Friday it was delaying the launch of an Ariane rocket meant to put two satellites, including Spain's first dedicated military satellite, into orbit.
Satellite homes in on Mars orbit for a close look (Pioneer Press)
WASHINGTON — Mars is about to get another visitor. On March 10, an advanced scientific satellite, the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, will join three orbiting spaceships and two on-the-ground rovers to dissect the secrets of our neighboring planet and scout sites for a possible human landing.
Turkey to Send New Satellite in 2008 (Zaman Online)
Adding new communication satellites, Turkey will reinforce its existence in space soon. Turksat Joint Stock Company signed a contract with the French Alcatel company for the new technology production of Turksat 3A satellite that will be sent to space in 2008.
Russia, Iran to launch communications satellite in 2007. (Itar-Tass)
TEHRAN, February 25 (Itar-Tass) — Russia and Iran plan to launch a joint communications satellite called Zohre (Venus) in 2007.