Deep-space radar hits key testing milestone
The ground-based system is slated to be fully operational by 2027 and is the first of three radars the service is building with Australia and the U.K.
Space
Space Force launches satellite to explore new GPS technology
The mission is AFRL's first major PNT demonstration since 1977, when it launched NTS-2 — a satellite that helped shaped the modern GPS constellation.
SpaceX forms ‘Starshield’ business unit to focus on national security
Details on Starshield are light, but the company says the new unit will initially focus on Earth observation and communication capabilities.
Chinese, Russian long-range bombers make reciprocal base visits
Defense News geolocated an image showing a Tu-95MS bomber taking off at night to a location northeast of Hangzhou-Jianqiao airbase.
Pentagon’s strategic capital office to spur investment in defense tech
The new office will help the Pentagon leverage private investment to overcome the "valley of death" problem that often derails technology programs.
LMI acquires Synaptech to enter fast-growing space business
By moving into the sector, LMI said it's seeking to provide input and technologies to all domains of the armed forces.
Space Force must adapt to strengthen commercial ties, Raymond says
Former Chief of Space Operations Jay Raymond, in his first public appearance since retiring, emphasized the importance of commercial partnerships.
Raytheon wins $1.2 billion surface-to-air missile order for Ukraine
The U.S. Army has awarded Raytheon what could be worth up to $1.2 billion to deliver six more surface to air missile systems for Ukraine.
US Air Force must ‘automate more’ to maintain advantage, CIO says
More than 600 AI projects, including several related to major weapons systems, were underway at the Department of Defense as of April 2021.
Defense Intelligence Agency forms ‘China mission group’ to track rival
"It really shows our long-term commitment to U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and the potential fight against China," said the chief of staff.
Millennium, Raytheon complete design review for missile warning system
The companies are both developing sensors to track missile threats from medium Earth orbit.
