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Sep 11

ERS satellite missions complete after 20 years

Source: ESA


ERS-2. Image credit: ESA.

After a final thruster firing last week to deplete its remaining fuel, ESA's venerable ERS-2 observation satellite has been safely taken out of service. Ground controllers also ensured the space environment was protected for future missions. (read more)

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