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The Atmospheric Limb Tracker for Investigation of the Upcoming Stratosphere mission will provide high-resolution vertical profiles of ozone and other trace gases in the upper atmosphere to support weather forecasting and long-term atmospheric monitoring.

Altius
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Atmospheric Limb Tracker for Investigation of the Upcoming StratosphereALTIUS Mission
Name
Altius
Status
planned

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Description
The Atmospheric Limb Tracker for Investigation of the Upcoming Stratosphere mission will provide high-resolution vertical profiles of ozone and other trace gases in the upper atmosphere to support weather forecasting and long-term atmospheric monitoring.
Destination
Sun-synchronous orbit at approximately 668 km
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Official Url
https://www.esa.int/Applications/Observing_the_Earth/Altius

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Creation Time
August 13, 2026 at 17:07:49 UTC
Updated Time
August 23, 2026 at 06:10:38 UTC
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