The Journal of Space Commerce

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On-Orbit Data Processing Payload Operational

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Tom Patton
Mar 16, 2023
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In January, Ball Aerospace powered and launched a prototype on-orbit data processing payload on Loft Orbital's YAM-5 mission aboard a SpaceX rocket. The company says the payload, equipped with Ball Aerospace-built Linux-based software, is functioning as planned.

"This rideshare payload is an informative rapid development opportunity allowing us to pionee…

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