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DARPA`s Robotic Spacecraft to Demonstrate in-Space MRO Capabilities
The spacecraft will use robotic arms to inspect satellites, install payloads and extend mission life, with Northrop Grumman citing support from DARPA and Space Force.
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DARPA`s robotic spacecraft to demonstrate in-space MRO capabilities
DARPA’s Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) program is now slated for launch in summer 2026. The program`s main objective is developing and demonstrating technologies that enable cooperative inspection and servicing of satellites in Geosynchronous Earth Orbit (GEO). This orbit is located at an altitude of 36,000 kilometers above the Earth. Hundreds of military, government, and commercial satellites. It is utilized for providing…
From Disposable Assets to Multi-Mission Robotics: US Prepares for First In-Orbit Servicing Mission – SatNews
On May 21, 2026, senior defense and aerospace officials confirmed that the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and Northrop Grumman have finalized the schedule for the historic Robotic Servicing […]
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