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The main goal of MOSAIC-S3T project (Enhancing the S3T Ground Segment through Coordinated Multi-Sensor Observation using Stare and Chase Techniques and Data Fusion Analysis) is to optimize the capabilities of the Spanish Space Surveillance and Tracking (S3T) system by coordinating different existing sensors of various types, including telescopes, Satellite Laser Ranging (SLR) systems, and radar.
The aim is to enhance the situational awareness capabilities of the Spanish S3T system by designing an optimized solution where some sensors, like radars or telescopes, operate in a survey mode to explore wide areas of space. When a relevant track is identified, the pointing information is promptly sent to another tracking station with higher accuracy, enabling precise and rapid orbit determination.
The development of a coordinated observation protocol for synchronizing distributed sensors will lead to more efficient and comprehensive data collection. By ensuring temporal coherence and optimal task allocation (depending on the sensors location and characteristics, and the tacked object estimated orbit), this protocol will enhance the quality and quantity of data gathered from multiple perspectives, providing a more complete and accurate picture of the space environment.