VKS and satellite support from Earth: Russian KIS "Kalina" passed the test

The system helps to control the operation of spacecraft in orbital flight

According to the Ministry of Defense, preventive measures at the command and measurement complex of the Main Test Space Center named after G.S. Titov in Vorkuta were successful.

To maintain the required level of combat readiness, the military personnel conducted control measurements of the system parameters during its configuration, testing, activation and control.

The maintenance of the ground control complex ensures the smooth operation of command and measurement systems and other means involved in the control of spacecraft in orbital flight, maintains the VVST of the Space Forces in good condition when used for their intended purpose, and prevents emergency situations.
Press service of the Ministry of Defense of Russia

KIS "Kalina" is directly involved in the management of low-orbit spacecraft for various purposes with a small mass in the VHF band. It is a stationary equipment complex.

As of 2020, more than 160 spacecraft for various purposes were under the control of the GIKC named after G.S. Titov, which includes KIS "Kalina".

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