Product Name: CHEOPS
Manufacturer Name: Airbus
Product Description: CHEOPS, which stands for CHaracterising ExOPlanet Satellite, is a pioneering spacecraft developed by Airbus for the European Space Agency (ESA) to enhance our understanding of exoplanets orbiting nearby stars. Launched at the end of 2019, CHEOPS is the first ESA satellite produced by Airbus in Spain and represents a significant advancement in the search for Earth-like planets. Weighing 300 kg, the satellite is designed to conduct detailed observations of small planets to determine their composition and potential habitability. Built by an Airbus-led consortium of 24 companies from 11 European countries, CHEOPS is part of ESA’s “S” (small) missions, utilizing proven technologies to ensure rapid deployment and contribute valuable data to the scientific community in the quest to explore the universe.
Country: France
Status: Published
Main Category: Product Directory | Aircraft / Helicopters / UAVs / Space Systems
Sub-Categories: SATELLITES AND SPACE TEHCNOLOGIES (AERO) | COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS (LAND) | CYBER SECURITY DOMAIN AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS | AIR DEFENCE PRODUCTS
