Mission Evaluation Vehicle (IMAGE) Southwest Research Institute Caption Southwest Research Institute developed critical docking-system avionics for a satellite life-extension service vehicle shown here in a laboratory demonstration. The first Mission Extension Vehicle (MEV-1) successfully docked with a client satellite on February 25, 2020. Credit SpaceLogistics/Northrop Grumman Usage Restrictions Images/videos may be used by the media and the public for educational and informational purposes only License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.