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9mo ago

Astroscale's ADRAS-J Mission Achieves Key Milestone in Space Debris Removal

The Japanese spacecraft successfully captured high-quality images of a defunct rocket stage, paving the way for future cleanup operations.

Overview

  • ADRAS-J performed fly-around observations of a 15-year-old rocket stage, capturing detailed images from various angles.
  • The mission marks the first commercial attempt to safely approach and survey large space debris.
  • Collected data will aid in the development of ADRAS-J2, set to launch in 2027 for debris removal.
  • Space debris poses significant risks to operational satellites and the International Space Station.
  • Astroscale has secured contracts for future debris removal missions, including collaborations with OneWeb and the U.K. Space Agency.