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Inspiring the younger generation

As Skyrora continues to grow and reach beyond our own ambitions, we have always made it a core value that we should educate and inspire the younger generation as it is them who will take our work to the next steps once we establish a robust space business here in the UK...

We believe that it is not only important to do this but it is a privilege for us to engage and educate the next generation.

Skyrora frequently get involved where we can, we regularly engage with communities, schools and families promoting the future of space in the UK and encouraging our younger generation to be excited about what space can offer in the future, so they can be part of it should they wish.

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space debris visualisation

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Space Sustainability and the Proliferation of Space Debris

Written by Rohit BC Space: the final frontier.

Skyrora essay competition

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SPACE SUSTAINABILITY ESSAY COMPETITION

On Wednesday the 7th of July, Skyrora will be hosting an anniversary event to mark the 50th year since the Black Arrow R3 rocket launched the Prospero satellite was launched into low Earth orbit.Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the in-person capacity of the event will be limited.

Black Arrow - First UK rocket for satellite launch

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The History of the UK’s Black Arrow Rocket Programme

Black Arrow ProgrammeWhat is Black Arrow? The Black Arrow programme is of immense technical and historical importance in the UK, having played a revolutionary role in placing the first UK-designed and manufactured artificial satellite into Earth’s orbit.  Throughout the late 1960s and early 1970s, the rocketry programme developed from early UK-conducted space research and experimental programmes carried out by the Royal Aircraft Establishment (RAE) in Farnborough. These experimental programmes involved design and construction projects in line with advances within the space industry; a series of various launch vehicles and rocket engines; and all associated ground-based test facilities and launch infrastructure in both the UK and in Woomera, Australia.  The initial purpose of the Black Arrow programme was to investigate whether or not a rocket constructed using existing processes and technologies would be capable of launch satellites into space. Black Arrow Rocket Development The Black Arrow rocket instigated from a proposal by the RAE for a launch vehicle with the ability of launching a 144kg artificial satellite into low Earth orbit with the purpose of testing rocketry systems previously designed for larger spacecrafts. The Black Arrow programme was authorised in 1964, though was quickly put on hold due to government reduction in expenditure.

Kamchatka Peninsula

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Remote Sensing

What is Satellite Remote Sensing?  In this article we are going to explore what remote sensing is, how satellites obtain various data about the surface of our planet while being hundreds of kilometres away, and why is this technology so valuable in today’s changing world. Firstly, what does Remote Sensing mean? Throughout history, remote sensing has been defined in various ways.

Build Your Own Altimeter: Masterclass

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Build Your Own Altimeter: Masterclass

The functions of an altimeter are relatively varied: whether that's to measure height when calculating wind speeds during weather balloon launch, or to control the release of the main parachute at a particular height above the ground during a rocket launch.

Activity Pack: Satellites Improve Life

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Activity Pack: Satellites Improve Life

Take a look at Skyrora's activity pack which explains the benefits and demonstrates the importance of satellites.

SKYRORA’S ONLINE QUIZ: SATELLITES IMPROVE LIFE

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SKYRORA’S ONLINE QUIZ: SATELLITES IMPROVE LIFE

In celebration of World Space Week 2020, Skyrora have created this online quiz all about space, satellites and Skyrora.

Using Satellites to Study Earth: Spectrometer Masterclass

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Using Satellites to Study Earth: Spectrometer Masterclass

Remote sensing and Earth observation satellites utilise a device known as a spectrometer to analyse light reflection.

Merchandise Design Competition

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Merchandise Design Competition

This month, Skyrora is opening up a Merchandise Design Competition to all members of the public.

Balloon in a Bottle: Weather Balloon Masterclass

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Balloon in a Bottle: Weather Balloon Masterclass

When launching professional rockets, it is important to confirm that the wind above the ground – also known as the vertical wind profile – is within safe limits for the flight, doing so as close to launch time as possible.

University Project Collaboration

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University Project Collaboration

Calling all Universities and University students: Skyrora are looking to collaborate with the next generation of innovative thinkers on a project of your own making.

How Rockets Fly

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How Rockets Fly

Take a look at Skyrora's animation video on how rockets fly.

Rocket flying craft activity

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Rocket flying craft activity

Skyrora has developed this fun rocket flying craft activity to demonstrate the basic concepts behind aerodynamics, which are the factors of flight that allow the rocket to glide through the air.

Rocket pack activity

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Rocket pack activity

Skyrora has created this DIY rocket pack activity to demonstrate the importance of a rocket pack and how the function is similar to that of a rocket engine.

Mission Patch Design Competition

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Mission Patch Design Competition

Have you ever wanted to design your own mission patch for a rocket company?Summer 2020, Skyrora will be flying our Skylark Micro rocket for the first time.

Robotics Activity Pack

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Robotics Activity Pack

Skyrora created this electronic STEM activity to showcase the fundamentals of electricity and robotics.

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