X-37B Spaceplane Executes Unprecedented Orbital Maneuver
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The U.S. Space Force's secretive X-37B space plane is set to perform aerobraking maneuvers to lower its orbit and dispose of unnecessary hardware. This technique uses atmospheric drag to adjust the spacecraft's altitude, conserving propellant compared to traditional thruster burns. The maneuver marks a significant milestone for the Space Force, showcasing advanced capabilities in space operations. The X-37B's current mission, OTV-7, involves testing space radiation effects and space domain awareness technologies.
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