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Iran says first satellite 'completes mission'
Tehran (AFP) March 19, 2009 Iran's first ever home-built satellite, which was sent into orbit last month, has now completed its mission, state television reported on Thursday. The launch of the Omid (Hope) satellite sent alarm bells ringing in the international community, which voiced concern over Iran's development of technology that could be used for military purposes. "The satellite did not encounter any technical problems," space expert Asghar Ebrahimi was quoted by the television as saying. "The satellite has successfully completed its mission." He said the satellite, which was launched in February to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the Islamic revolution, would remain in orbit for another 38 days before re-entering Earth's atmosphere. Western powers, which are at loggerheads with Iran over its nuclear ambitions, voiced fears that the technology for launching satellites could also be used for ballistic missiles. Iran denies having military goals for its space programme or nuclear drive. Related Links Microsat News and Nanosat News at SpaceMart.com
Atlantis To Launch On Hubble Servicing Mission May 11
Cape Canaveral FL (SPX) May 01, 2009Top NASA and contractor managers assessed the risks associated with the STS-125 mission to service NASA's Hubble Space Telescope during Thursday's executive-level Flight Readiness Review at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, and determined the shuttle's equipment, support systems and procedures are ready for flight. |
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