Astroscale Japan<\/b> will develop in-space refueling technologies under a new program with the Japanese government, the \u201cKey and Advanced Technology R&D through Cross Community Collaboration Program\u201d (K Program), the company announced Jan. 22.<\/p>\n
Japan\u2019s Cabinet Office and the Japan Science and Technology Agency lead the K Program. The program\u2019s purpose is to support the research and development of technologies for Japan\u2019s global competitiveness. <\/p>\n
Astrocale plans to leverage its rendezvous and proximity operations technologies to demonstrate chemical refueling for satellites in Low-Earth Orbit (LEO). The project will also conduct ground verification for various propellants, focusing on Geostationary Orbit (GEO) and refueling solutions for electric propulsion systems. <\/p>\n
The project will span five years with a total budget of up to 12 billion yen ($77 million). <\/p>\n
Astroscale stated that refueling plays a role in the company\u2019s \u201creduce, reuse, repair, refuel and remove\u201d approach to orbital sustainability by extending satellite lifetimes and reducing the need for new launches. <\/p>\n
Astroscale continues its efforts on in-space refueling through different contracts. The company previously announced partnerships with the U.S. Space Force, the UK Space Agency (UKSA) and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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