A satellite rescue system (SRS) (1) for rescue and recertification of dormant satellites, said SRS having a thruster end (13) with a primary propulsion nozzle (11) and maneuvering thrusters (12) and a satellite connection end (8) with a body (15) between both ends. The satellite connection end of the SRS has an interface ring (14) with clinch clamps (4) that securely attach to a ring (3) on the rescued satellite. An umbilical connector (7) on the satellite connecting end of the SRS provides power and data to the rescued satellite.


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    Title :

    Satellite rescue system and method


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    2023-01-17


    Type of media :

    Patent


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English


    Classification :

    IPC:    B64G Raumfahrt , COSMONAUTICS



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