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Anduril says its first satellite can see adversaries maneuver in orbital night

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Anduril Industries successfully launched Anduril-216, a 590 km high satellite that operates in Earth's shadow for one-third of its orbit. The mission demonstrated an infrared sensor capable of tracking spacecraft maneuvers during orbital night, funded by internal capital and deployed via a SpaceX rideshare. The device features an edge-compute processor and adaptable power systems, with the satellite's infrared imager activated by its night passes to reveal hidden movements.

Key points

• Anduril Industries launched Anduril-216 on a SpaceX rideshare mission in July 2026, deploying an infrared space sensor designed to track spacecraft maneuvers during Earth's shadow.
• The satellite flies approximately 590 km above Earth, spending about one-third of each orbit in darkness to activate its infrared imager for night-time surveillance.

Context

Anduril Industries announced the successful demonstration of a new satellite-based sensor designed to track other spacecraft that may be hiding their maneuvers in Earth's shadow. The company's satellite, named Anduril-216, flies about 590 km (366 mi) above Earth, spending about one-third of each orbit in darkness. Anduril reported on the success of the tech demo mission Tuesday.

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