ASTRO

Boeing's Autonomous Space Transport Robotic Operations (ASTRO) satellite servicing spacecraft will serve as the servicer in the demonstration. The servicer will provide bus services to client satellites enabling the design of new-generation satellites capable of being refueled and upgraded on-orbit to extend their life and operational benefits.

During the three month demonstration mission, ASTRO will transfer a 53 lb working battery and a spacecraft computer assembly to NEXTSat using an autonomously operated robotic system, provided by MDA. These operations will be repeated several times throughout the demo mission.

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