EU-funded earth observation satellite finally in orbit

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Series Details 20.01.16
Publication Date 20/01/2016
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The Jason-3 satellite was successfully put into Low Earth orbit in January 2016, after several delays. Its mission was to provide European scientists with essential data regarding the state of the planet's oceans.
Source Link Link to Main Source http://www.euractiv.com/sections/climate-environment/eu-funded-earth-observation-satellite-finally-orbit-321128
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BBC News, 18.01.16: Jason-3 satellite launches with mission to measure oceans http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-35340733
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