The Journal of Space Commerce

The Journal of Space Commerce

The Proba-3 Program Takes an Important Step Forward

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Tom Patton
Jan 24, 2022
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The Proba-3 program has reached multiple relevant milestones in the integration of the two satellites that will, for the first time, demonstrate a high-precision formation flight in space.

In the future, spacecraft formation flying technology will be used to replace bulky structures (such as telescopes) with small independent platforms, which are easier …

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