Empa Researchers Use X-ray Methods to Examine Returned EURECA Satellite
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Summary
Empa researchers have conducted non-destructive X-ray examinations of the EURECA satellite, which is rare for returning intact to Earth after its space mission. The study used various X-ray methods including computed tomography and neutron imaging to analyze the satellite's materials and components. This research could help develop reusable space technologies and has applications in aviation and automotive industries.
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· 4 pulledIt is rare for satellites to return to Earth intact after their mission in space – one example is the European satellite EURECA.
Empa researchers have studied the satellite using various non-destructive X-ray methods.
These could be used in future in the development of reusable space technologies, as well as in aviation and the automotive industry.
The researchers used computed tomography and neutron imaging to examine the satellite's materials and components.
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