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Landsat-5 Experiencing Problems - Imaging Suspended
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The EOPortal informs us that Landsat 5 is experiencing problems. Not much info on this yet: "On October 6, 2007, Landsat 5 experienced an issue with its onboard batteries, leading to concerns about power balance. Imaging will be suspended while the flight operations team analyzes the problem. The Landsat team expects the investigation will last from 2 to 3 weeks. Further announcements will be made as needed." This is not the first time Landsat-5 technical problems occur.
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A little more info on the problems
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