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| '''LOXSAT''' is a NASA funded ] fluid management demonstration satellite mission.<ref name=Eta-2021>{{cite press release |url=https://www.einpresswire.com/article/539693289/nasa-awards-eta-space-contract-for-gas-stations-in-space |title=NASA Awards Eta Space Contract for Gas Stations in Space |work=Eta Space |date=29 April 2021 |access-date=30 April 2021 |via=EIN Presswire}}</ref> Eta Space are building the payload. | '''LOXSAT''' is a NASA funded ] fluid management demonstration satellite mission.<ref name=Eta-2021>{{cite press release |url=https://www.einpresswire.com/article/539693289/nasa-awards-eta-space-contract-for-gas-stations-in-space |title=NASA Awards Eta Space Contract for Gas Stations in Space |work=Eta Space |date=29 April 2021 |access-date=30 April 2021 |via=EIN Presswire}}</ref> Eta Space are building the payload. | ||
| It is planned to launch in late 2023 on a ] launcher.<ref name=Eta-2021/> | It is planned to launch in late 2023 on a ] launcher.<ref name=Eta-2021/> | ||
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LOXSAT is a NASA funded cryogenic fluid management demonstration satellite mission. Eta Space are building the payload.
It is planned to launch in late 2023 on a Rocket Lab Electron launcher.
- Mission objectives
To demonstrate on-orbit docking and cryogenic refueling operations using a cryogenic fluid transfer disconnect and latching mechanism developed for depot applications. Also to demonstrate repeated mating/de-mating and the transfer of liquid oxygen.
A LOXSAT 2 mission is being defined.
References
- ^ "NASA Awards Eta Space Contract for Gas Stations in Space". Eta Space (Press release). 29 April 2021. Retrieved 30 April 2021 – via EIN Presswire.
- "Altius Space Machines to support of Eta Space and NASA's LOXSAT Cryogenic Fluid Management Mission" (Press release). 25 Aug 2021.
See also
- Robotic_Refueling_Mission, some tests on ISS
- Propellant depot, in orbit
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