Drone tests radar system for planetary landings
Paris, France (SPX) Jun 13, 2024
A drone took flight over Finland to evaluate the use of automotive radar technology for space applications. This technology, used in cars for automated cruise control, was tested for its potential in planetary landings and orbital rendezvous. ESA collaborated with the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland to test 77 GHz 'frequency-modulated continuous-wave' (FMCW) radar systems. These s
A drone took flight over Finland to evaluate the use of automotive radar technology for space applications. This technology, used in cars for automated cruise control, was tested for its potential in planetary landings and orbital rendezvous. ESA collaborated with the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland to test 77 GHz 'frequency-modulated continuous-wave' (FMCW) radar systems. These s