Robots Boost Aging Satellites | Global News

A new robot with two arms just blasted off on a private mission to extend the life of aging satellites by attaching electric jetpacks—saving companies millions and paving the way for future space robots that could repair, relocate, or even deorbit satellites. Northrop Grumman’s MRV is headed to geosynchronous orbit to boost three satellites over the next year, while Katalyst Space Technologies prepares to revive NASA’s aging Swift telescope with a $30 million contract. This is the future of satellite maintenance—keeping expensive tech flying longer, smarter, and more sustainably. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/525f77996c39b87e