The U.S. space force released a rare picture of secrecy X-37B space level In orbit.
The image, common to X by the agency, is the first image ever shown to the audience from this task.
The plane was launched on its seventh mission in December 2023. However, very few details were provided about the mission goals.
“The space force in the United States was written in a post on X.
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“X-37B implemented a series of first maneuvers of its kind, called Aerobraking, to change its orbit safely using the minimum fuel.”
Since December 28, 2023, Space power in the United StatesThe agency said that the Ministry of Air Force Perfection Office (DAF RCO) conducted radiation effect experiments, and space awareness techniques have been tested in a very oval orbit.
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The X-37B camera on the plane, used to ensure the health and safety of the car, takes a picture of the ground while conducting experiments at Heo in 2024. (x/@SpaceforceDOD)
“We are excited to expand the envelope of the X-37B capabilities, using the service unit that has proven its use in flying and the heavy Falcon missile to fly multiple advanced experiences of the Air Force Department and its partners,” Lothanant Colonel. Joseph Frection, director of the X-37B program, said in a previous statement.
General Chinese Soltikman, head of space operations, He previously praised the team And its efforts to the current mission.
Sergeant Head. Roger Topberman displays his emblem while presenting the U.S. Space Power Science at the White House Oval Office in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
“This first maneuver of its kind of X-37B is an incredibly important milestone for space power in the United States, where we seek to expand our ability to perform in this difficult field. Success is a testimony of dedication and team perseverance.”
Its previous journey, which was completed in 2022, set a new tolerance for the space plane, where it recorded 908 days per orbit, According to Engagdet.
X-37B Mission 6 was the first task to provide a service unit that expanded the capabilities of the spacecraft and allowed it to host more experiments than any of the previous tasks.
Falconsat-8 also published a small satellite developed by American Air Force Academy Air Force Research Laboratory.
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The director of DAF RCO and William de Billy praised the cooperation, noting that “the Boeing government and Boeing teams have worked together to produce a more responsive, flexible and adapted experimental platform.”
“The work they did to simplify operations and adapt advanced technologies will help our nation learn a huge amount about work and return from the space environment.”
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