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BlackSky Global 4 is the fourth of sixty high resolution earth observation microsatellites in the BlackSky constellation. This constellation will provide real-time earth observation. the constellation is built by Blacksky, a SpaceFlight Subsidiary, and the satellites are produced by LeoStella LLC, a joint venture of Spaceflight Industries and Thales Alenia Space.

The French UNSEENLABS constellation aims to deliver precise, reliable, and secure maritime data, enabling organizations to monitor their own vessels and observe those that present risks, such as pirates and illegal vessels.

Pearl White 1 and 2 are two Air Force Space Command 6U CubeSats built as on-orbit testbeds for emerging technologies. The objective of this mission is to test new technologies including propulsion, power, communications, and drag capabilities for potential applications on future spacecraft. The Cubesats were built by Tiger Innovations Inc., Herndon, Virginia. They are designed for a one-year lifetime. Tiger Innovations Inc. will operate the spacecraft for the life of the program under the direction and oversight of AFSPC.