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Galileo Avionica's technologies and instruments for planetary exploration
E Battistelli1, P Falciani, P Magnani
1Galileo Avionica SpA-Space & E/O BU, via Einstein 35, Campi Bisenzio (I), Italy.
Summary
Galileo Avionica develops advanced instruments for remote sensing and in situ measurements for European Space Agency (ESA) planetary exploration missions. These technologies support investigations of planets, asteroids, and comets, enhancing scientific discovery.
Area of Science:
- Planetary Science
- Space Exploration Technology
- Astrophysics Instrumentation
Background:
- Numerous European Space Agency (ESA) missions, including Rosetta, Venus Express, BepiColombo, Dawn, and Mars Programme, are exploring planets, comets, and asteroids.
- Scientific objectives of these missions necessitate advanced instruments for both remote sensing and in situ analysis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of instruments for planetary exploration developed or under study by Galileo Avionica.
- To highlight technologies and specifications for remote sensing and in situ measurements.
Main Methods:
- Review of instruments developed by Galileo Avionica for space missions.
- Description of technologies and specifications for remote sensing and in situ planetary exploration.
Main Results:
- Galileo Avionica has developed and is studying various instruments for planetary exploration.
- Key technologies and specifications for these instruments are outlined.
Conclusions:
- Galileo Avionica provides essential instrumentation for ESA's ambitious planetary exploration programs.
- The developed instruments cater to the scientific demands for remote and in situ measurements of celestial bodies.
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