True Anomaly, space tech startup launches its first satellites

True Anomaly is set to launch its first two satellites, the first two Jackal spacecraft, onboard SpaceX's upcoming Transporter-10 rideshare, for close-up navigation and object imaging.

True Anomaly, a space firm, is preparing to launch its first two satellites, which will be used for close-range navigation, inspection, and photography of other objects. The company intends to launch its first two Jackal spacecraft on the next Transporter-10 rideshare operated by SpaceX.

True Anomaly, a 2022 business, just closed a $100 million funding round with the goal of showcasing the Jackal spacecraft's ability to do in-orbit operations, also known as rendezvous and proximity operations. In a recent interview, Even Rogers, the founder and CEO of True Anomaly, stated that the Jackals will navigate in close proximity to each other in order to take high-resolution photos and full-motion video. Launching on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, two 300 kg spacecraft named Jackals are scheduled to participate in the upcoming Transporter-10 rideshare. 

The company, headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, is focused on the military sector and intends to launch Jackal satellites to support the activities of the U.S. Space Force. For example, military organizations may utilize the satellites to train operators in maneuver tactics, practice proximity operations, or test payloads in orbit. True Anomaly received a NOAA license in August to launch the first Jackal mission into low Earth orbit. The company plans to apply for license modifications so that it can launch other satellites with equivalent capabilities.