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    Developers of USSOCOM “Prometheus” reconnaissance satellite receive award [Image 2 of 2]

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    The image depicts a 3D render or CAD model of a CubeSat, specifically appearing to be a 3U (three-unit) CubeSat format used in small satellite applications. The structure features solar panels on its exterior faces, a circular component (likely a thruster or sensor) on the top face, and a modular frame construction with visible internal layering. The rendering is clean and professional against a white background, suggesting this is a design or promotional illustration.

    TAMPA, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES

    03.03.2016

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Jayson Price 

    U.S. Special Operations Command

    The Prometheus CubeSats are part of a technology development and demonstration effort to explore the viability of using a CubeSat constellation to meet existing special operations mission requirements. The Prometheus project is just one of a handful of initiatives that will continue to improve the responsiveness of space capabilities and provide SOF with tactically relevant information in shorter timelines.

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    Date Taken: 03.03.2016
    Date Posted: 03.25.2016 14:12
    Photo ID: 2486668
    VIRIN: 160325-M-WE418-002
    Resolution: 1920x1341
    Size: 119.01 KB
    Location: TAMPA, FLORIDA, US

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