Categories: Top Stories

NASA-backed spacecraft to test satellite repair and orbital debris technology

NASA has launched a washing-machine-sized spacecraft to inspect up to four inactive satellites and rocket bodies in low Earth orbit. The SSPICY mission, launched on October 1, will begin inspections in early 2027. Using autonomous navigation, sensors and electric propulsion, the spacecraft will test technologies that could eventually help repair satellites or remove orbital debris.

The News Vista

Share
Published by
The News Vista

Recent Posts

Pak imposes emergency in Pathan heartland KP, ousts Imran Khan’s last PTI govt – India Today

Pak imposes emergency in Pathan heartland KP, ousts Imran Khan's last PTI govt  India Today

1 hour ago

Watch: PM Modi inaugurates Rs 4,900 crore Chennai Metro Phase II stretch, rides train with CM Vijay

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch of the Chennai Metro Rail Project on…

2 hours ago

History in Bangladesh! Shah creates record on first outing as Afghan Test captain

Rahmat Shah became the first Afghan cricketer to score a century on his Test captaincy…

2 hours ago

‘It’s now or never’: India Youth Congress calls for mass mobilisation in Delhi on October 12 over ‘vote chori’ allegations

Indian Youth Congress has announced a protest on October 12 to defend democracy and the…

2 hours ago