Capture

Capture a (usually) non-cooperative space object (typically in the context of ADR missions)

Applications enabled by this capability

• Salvage

  Repurposing of defunct or damaged satellites

• Active Debris Removal

  Capture and removal of defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, and other space debris from orbit

• Recycling

  Converting waste into re-usable material

• Graveyard Orbit Transfer

  Transfer of satellite to graveyard orbit via external servicer (rather than as part of usual decommissioning operations using spacecraft's own fuel reserves)