欧空局(ESA)空间运输系统管理局的摩利(R.L.Mory)先生在最近的访华期间透露,欧空局正着手研制返回式卫星。他说:“你们听说我们在研制返回式卫星。是的,这是事实。不过,我们目前仅仅是在探索、论证其可行性。我们的这项计划称为 IFO 研究计划,即 InterimFlight Opportunity(意为临时飞行机会)。卫星概况如下: During his recent visit to China, ESL Space Transport Systems Administration’s R.L.Mory revealed during the recent visit that ESA was working on the development of return satellites. He said: "You heard that we are developing a return satellite. Yes, it is true. However, we are currently only exploring and demonstrating its feasibility. Our project is called the IFO Research Project, InterimFlight Opportunity ( Meaning temporary flight opportunities.) The satellite profile is as follows: