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Mission Extension Pods (MEP)

Northrop Grumman · Aerospace · 2025

Northrop Grumman's Mission Extension Pods (MEPs) are small propulsion 'jetpacks' that the Mission Robotic Vehicle attaches to a client satellite to provide years of additional station-keeping - a lighter, lower-cost alternative to a full Mission Extension Vehicle per satellite.

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Mission Extension Pods (MEP) — full specifications

CategoryAerospace
Sub-typeSatellite Servicer
StatusActive
Year2025
OriginUSA
Also known asMEPs, Mission Extension Pod
Announced2021
Weight400 kg
Operating systemSpaceLogistics
Actuator typeElectric propulsion (orbit control only)
Use casesSatellite life extension, Propulsion augmentation
Made inUSA

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