Autonomous Ion Mass Spectrometer Sentry (AIMSS) Payload Deployment to International Space Station
Sector: Aerospace & Defense • Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico, United States
Source: Los Alamos Reporter
The AIMSS payload, developed by Los Alamos National Laboratory, is a mass spectrometer designed to make ion mass composition observations in low Earth orbit. It supports national space security and scientific discovery by distinguishing between natural space phenomena and spacecraft-generated contamination. The payload features a robust design for reduced cost, rapid build and integration, high-ma
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- Closed
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- Aerospace & Defense, Commercial
- Location
- Los Alamos, New Mexico, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Los Alamos Reporter
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Description | The AIMSS payload, developed by Los Alamos National Laboratory, is a mass spectrometer designed to make ion mass composition observations in low Earth orbit. It supports national space security and scientific discovery by distinguishing between natural space phenomena and spacecraft-generated contamination. The payload features a robust design for reduced cost, rapid build and integration, high-mass resolution, and real-time alerts. It was launched as part of the Department of Defense’s Space Test Program Houston-11 mission onboard SpaceX’s 34th Dragon Commercial Resupply Services mission. |
Original sector | Space Technology |
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Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | New Mexico |
City | Los Alamos |
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Source | Los Alamos Reporter |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Aerospace & Defense, Commercial |
Article published date | 2026-05-28 |
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