The US Space Force recently revealed a photo taken by the X-37B space plane, providing a rare view of its activities in orbit. Launched on its seventh mission in late 2023, the X-37B previously achieved a record 908 days in space during its last flight. The current mission is significant as it marks the first attempt at aerobraking, a fuel-efficient orbital maneuver. Despite limited information about ongoing operations, the Space Force confirmed the successful execution of this maneuver as part of the mission.
This week, the US Space Force shared a picture of the X-37B, giving a rare glimpse into its orbiting operations for the current mission.
The current mission of the X-37B includes the first execution of aerobraking, a method to change orbit using minimal fuel.
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