NASA tests bi-directional laser communications for the first time

The new payload will work with Nasa's Laser Communications Relay Demonstration (LCRD) to create a bi-directional end-to-end laser communications system (image: Dave Ryan)

The payload will complete NASA's first in-space demonstration of two-way laser relay capabilities

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