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"Rocket Lab's Bold Missions: Removing Space Junk and Collecting Data"

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Source: Space.com
"Rocket Lab's Bold Missions: Removing Space Junk and Collecting Data"
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Rocket Lab is set to launch Astroscale's ADRAS-J satellite, aimed at testing technologies for approaching and monitoring space debris. The satellite will attempt to address the growing problem of space junk and deliver data to assist in its removal, with a focus on sustainable space use. If successful, ADRAS-J will orbit 373 miles above Earth and inspect the upper stage of a Japanese rocket. This mission marks Rocket Lab's 44th overall and second of 2024, with no rocket recovery planned.

Topics:sciencespacetechnology#adras-j-satellite#astroscale#rocket-lab#space-debris#space-junk#spacetechnology
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