Fourth MUOS communication satellite clears launch-simulation test
Tuesday, August 5, 2014 - 08:30
in Astronomy & Space
The fourth Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) satellite in the launch order is progressing in its final testing phase, having successfully cleared acoustic tests. This evaluation used powerful sound waves to simulate vibrations the satellite will experience during launch. Now the satellite moves on to thermal vacuum testing, which is the last step in its environmental trials.