| Abstract |
The Small Satellites Systems & Services Symposium held in 2004 demonstrated the maturity reached in small satellite technologies. Many European companies and institutions are involved in this field, and now offer a catalogue of products. Small Satellites started as a challenging experimental test bench for universities and evolved as a vector for testing innovative technologies, and to give access to space to advanced engineering concepts. Now, Small Satellites are a consolidated tool for research; they complement traditional space activities, both for commercial exploitation and scientific research.
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