Astroscale [JP]

Type: Private sector

Country: Japan

Applications worked on by this organisation

• Active Debris Removal

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

• Refuelling

  Refuelling a prepared satellite

• Life Extension

  Keeping satellites operational via external means (e.g. through servicing vehicle)

• Inspection

  Remote inspection of a satellite by another satellite, by acquiring data or images, or remotely exchanging data in order to assess the conditions of the space system