MRV and three MEPs prior to encapsulation in the launch vehicle fairing. (Photo Credit: SpaceX) Northrop Grumman launches in-space servicing satellites for life-extension missions The Mission Robotic Vehicle will attach life-extending orbital "jetpacks" to sustain three commercial satellites years after they run out of fuel. Jul 22, 2026 By Mikayla Easley
Space Development Agency Director Derek Tournear is interviewed by DefenseScoop Managing Editor Jon Harper at DefenseTalks, Sept. 15, 2022. Tournear: Deorbiting services could have cost-saving benefits for SDA “That’s something that I’m really interested in, because I want to be able to take more risks on my satellites, not have redundant propulsion and things like… Mar 18, 2024 By Mikayla Easley