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Exploring our Solar System and unlocking the secrets of the Universe
Go to topicProtecting life and infrastructure on Earth and in orbit
Go to topicUsing space to benefit citizens and meet future challenges on Earth
Go to topicMaking space accessible and developing the technologies for the future
Go to topicAdam Baker (left) and Nick Richardson are the NASA representatives at the ATV-CC main control room in Toulouse during simulations. Adam Baker has also led the ATV Multi-Element Procedure development for ATV missions on NASA side. In future joint operations, some representatives of each space agency will be monitorieng the mission in the three control centres.