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Task Dashboard
The Tasks page displays all configured tasks in a responsive grid layout. Each task appears as a card showing its configuration, automation status, and execution history.
Filtering Tasks
Two filters are available in the toolbar:- Spacecraft filter: Show only tasks associated with specific spacecraft
- Automation status filter: Filter by automation state:
| Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Active | Task has a schedule and is enabled |
| Paused | Task has a schedule but is currently disabled |
| None | Task has no schedule (manual trigger only) |
Task Cards
Each task card displays:- Task name — The display name you assigned when creating the task
- Spacecraft — Which spacecraft the task is configured for
- Type — The task type (Orbit Determination or Fetch Alerts)
- Automation section — Schedule details, last run time with status, and a live countdown to the next scheduled run
Task Actions
Click the ⋮ menu on any task card to access:| Action | Description |
|---|---|
| Run now | Execute the task immediately regardless of its schedule |
| Configure | Open the task configuration dialog to modify settings |
| Enable/Disable | Toggle the task’s automation on or off |
| Delete | Permanently remove the task (requires confirmation) |
Creating a Task
Click Create Task in the toolbar to open the task type picker.
| Task Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Orbit Determination | Configure and run an orbit determination process for a spacecraft |
| Alert Fetching | Fetch conjunction alerts from external space tracking providers |
Orbit Determination Tasks
The Orbit Determination dialog is a multi-step wizard. When creating a task, you first choose between Run now (execute immediately) or Save as task (save the configuration for reuse) using the mode selector in the dialog header.
- Initial State — Select the orbit source (Public TLE or State Vector) and configure spacecraft mass
- Measurements — Define the measurement arc (rolling window or custom range), select measurement types (RA/Dec, Az/El, Range, PV), and choose data sources
- Maneuvers — Select which maneuvers to estimate thrust scale for (All, None, or Above ΔV threshold)
- Residuals — Preview residual behavior before launching
- Review — Verify all settings before saving or running
- Automation — Configure the task name and schedule (only shown when saving as a task)
Alert Fetching Tasks
The Alert Fetching dialog is a single-screen modal. Use the mode selector in the header to switch between Run mode (execute immediately) and Task mode (save as a reusable task).
- Spacecraft — Select which spacecraft to fetch alerts for (chosen from the header dropdown)
- Providers — Select one or more data sources:
| Provider | Requirement | Description |
|---|---|---|
| SpaceTrack | NORAD ID | US Space Command conjunction data |
| EU SST | COSPAR ID | European Space Surveillance & Tracking data |
Scheduling & Automation
When saving a task, you configure its name and schedule in the automation section.
Task Name
Enter a descriptive name for your task. This name appears on the task card in the dashboard and in notifications.Schedule Type
Choose how the task should be triggered:| Schedule Type | Description |
|---|---|
| None | Manual trigger only — run the task on demand from the dashboard |
| Interval | Run at a fixed interval (e.g., every 6 hours) |
| Cron | Run on a custom schedule defined by a cron expression |
Interval Scheduling
Enter an interval using a number followed by a time unit:| Format | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|
Nm | 30m | Every 30 minutes |
Nh | 6h | Every 6 hours |
Nd | 1d | Every day |
Nw | 1w | Every week |
Cron Scheduling
Enter a 6-field cron expression in the format:| Expression | Description |
|---|---|
0 0 */6 * * * | Every 6 hours |
0 0 0 * * * | Daily at midnight |
0 0 0 * * 0 | Every Sunday at midnight |
0 30 8 * * 1-5 | Weekdays at 8:30 AM |
Managing Tasks
Running a Task
To execute a task immediately, click ⋮ → Run now on the task card. The task runs with its saved configuration regardless of its schedule. A confirmation toast appears when the task starts.Enabling and Disabling
Toggle a task’s automation using ⋮ → Enable or ⋮ → Disable. When disabled, the task retains its schedule configuration but will not run automatically. You can still run it manually.Editing a Task
Click ⋮ → Configure to reopen the task’s configuration dialog in edit mode. All previously saved settings are loaded, and you can modify any parameter including the schedule. Changes are saved when you confirm the dialog.Deleting a Task
Click ⋮ → Delete to remove a task. A confirmation dialog appears before deletion. This action is permanent and cannot be undone.Related Pages
- Orbit Determination: Detailed guide to OD configuration and results
- Fetch Alerts: Detailed guide to alert fetching and provider setup
- Conjunction Classification: View and manage conjunction events