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DARPA Plans Repair Robot for Geosynchronous Orbit
Original: Inside DARPA’s Mission to Send a Repair Robot to Geosynchronous Orbit
DARPA is developing a robotic spacecraft designed to service and repair satellites in geosynchronous orbit, some 36,000 kilometers above Earth. IEEE Spectrum takes a close look at the mission, which would allow aging or malfunctioning satellites to be fixed or refurbished in place rather than decommissioned, potentially extending the life of critical communications and defense spacecraft.
Why now: Interest in in-orbit satellite servicing is growing as militaries and companies seek to extend the lifespan of expensive geosynchronous assets.
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- Inside DARPA’s Mission to Send a Repair Robot to Geosynchronous Orbit · IEEE Spectrum
- Inside DARPA’s Mission to Send a Repair Robot to Geosynchronous Orbit · spectrum.ieee.org
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