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Technicians in clean-room attire surround a satellite on an assembly floor.

Space Force Launches Resilient Radar System for Ground Target Tracking

Get ready for a game-changer in space technology: the US Space Force is launching a cutting-edge Resilient Radar System, set to revolutionize ground target tracking within the next two years. This innovative system, led by Northrop Grumman, will enable the military to detect and track moving targets on the ground from space.

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Military and civilian personnel discuss satellite network operations in front of a global map and screens displaying data.

Space Force Enlists Five Firms for Satellite Network Integration

The Space Force is taking a major leap forward in its Space Data Network initiative, partnering with five top companies - including Amazon, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman - to test the integration of commercial satellite networks. Each company will receive a $12 million contract to help validate the connection of diverse systems to the core network.

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Satellites on a testing facility workbench under ambient daylight.

Space Force Awards $615M for Airborne Target Tracking Satellites

The US Space Force is taking a major leap forward in its tracking capabilities, awarding $615 million to three top firms - including Rocket Lab - to develop cutting-edge satellites that can detect and track fast-moving airborne targets. This move is all about diversifying and strengthening the Space Force's tech arsenal.

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US Space Force personnel work around a satellite model surrounded by technical equipment and screens.

US Space Force Accelerates Space-Based Air Tracking with $4B SpaceX Deal

The US Space Force is turbocharging its space-based air tracking capabilities with a $4.16 billion deal with SpaceX, aiming to launch a constellation of satellites by 2028 that will help eliminate operational blind spots and give the Joint Force a game-changing edge. This innovative partnership is set to revolutionize the way we track airborne targets, leveraging cutting-edge space technology to stay ahead of the curve.

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