Five years in space: one satellite, three missions
Paris (ESA) Nov 05, 2014 - ESA's Proba-2 celebrates five years in orbit today. From technology demonstrator to solar observatory and now space weather platform, the mission has provided triple value to European scientists. The second PRoject for OnBoard Autonomy mission was launched in 2009 as part of ESA's programme for proving new technology in space. Orbiting at about 725 km, this minisatellite - smaller th ... more

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