During the recent Remora mission, the collaboration between Starfish Space and Impulse Space resulted in a successful in-space satellite rendezvous, transferring control of the Impulse Mira spacecraft to Starfish's navigation system. This operation took place following the completion of primary tasks for Impulse's LEO Express 2 mission, which launched in January.
The demonstration involved the Mira spacecraft autonomously approaching another satellite, utilizing Starfish's guidance and control software, with no operator commands required. Starfish co-founder Trevor Bennett emphasized the significance of this achievement, describing it as a milestone for their technology.
Initially kept confidential until the demonstration's success was verified, the Remora mission showcased the effectiveness of Starfish's Cetacean and Cephalopod software, which were integrated into the Mira spacecraft before launch. The operation included capturing images at a distance of 1,200 meters from the targeted satellite, further advancing satellite maneuvering capabilities in orbit.