“Space is a dynamic domain and our customers are demanding the ability to upgrade spacecraft on orbit – to provide greater capabilities and more mission flexibility,” said Lockheed Martin v-p Chris Crawford. “Linuss will be the first step flight-qualifying this technology. The ultimate near-term goal is supporting upgradeable LM 2100 satellite bus platforms, starting with GPS IIIF Space Vehicle 13.”
LM 2100 is a series of satellite ‘busses’ – the assembled chassis, solar panels and other component necessary for space orbit, ready to carry a payload.
