NASA's robotic refueling demo set to jumpstart expanded capabilities in space
Thursday, January 10, 2013 - 18:30
in Astronomy & Space
In mid-January, NASA will take the next step in advancing robotic satellite-servicing technologies as it tests the Robotic Refueling Mission, or RRM aboard the International Space Station. The investigation may one day substantially impact the many satellites that deliver products Americans rely upon daily, such as weather reports, cell phones and television news.