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On approach to an orbiting satellite, the CX OLEV is poised to carry out its mission.Courtesy of Orbital Recovery Systems

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The CX OLEV is shown docked with a telecommunications satellite.

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The ConeXpress Orbital Life Extension Vehicle or CX OLEV is depicted here after being released by an Ariane 5.

The ConeXpress Orbital Life Extension Vehicle, or CX OLEV, is depicted here after being released by an Ariane 5.

Courtesy of Orbital Recovery Systems