The X-37B, a top-secret spaceplane of the US Space Force, recently completed its seventh mission after 434 days in orbit. Launched in December 2023, its objectives remain largely undisclosed, though it involved testing advanced maneuvering techniques, such as aerobraking. This method enabled the spaceplane to decrease altitude and orbit more efficiently, with effective utilization of fuel. Space Force officials highlight the mission as a testament to their ongoing commitment to advancing novel space operations, hinting at significant developments in the area of space domain awareness technology.
The successful execution of the aerobraking maneuver underscores the US Space Force's commitment to pushing the bounds of novel space operations in a safe and responsible manner.
Mission 7 accomplished a range of test and experimentation objectives intended to demonstrate the X-37B's robust maneuver capability while helping characterize the space domain.
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