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Think fast: Space systems to stay informed and ahead of the threat

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Ground control systems an on-orbit sensors help deliver actionable insights to decision-makers around the world.

Space Force to overhaul legacy ground-based missile defense radar systems

The sweeping new update plan will include development of a single computerized brain for all eight radar, as well as modernized front end antennas to improve detection of smaller, faster missiles, an SSC spokesperson said.

Space Force shifts GPS III launch from ULA to SpaceX

The shift follows Vulcan's February grounding under the National Security Space Launch program to resolve persistent problems with its solid rocket boosters.

What is the Pentagon's 'Space Data Network,' and why does it matter for Golden Dome?

The SDN will provide the communications pathways for integrating and moving data from missile warning/tracking sensors to interceptors in near-real time under the Golden Dome construct.

Capacity gap for 9 specialized components gnarls space supply chain: Study

The study by the Aerospace Industries Association and PricewaterhouseCoopers found that in the case of some critical components, only three or fewer qualified domestic suppliers exist.

New Space Force acquisition portfolios to cover space control, orbital warfare

The Space Force is "serious" about integrating cislunar capabilities, with plans to work closely with NASA and the Air Force Research Laboratory on new tech, Tom Ainsworth, Air Force space acquisition officer, said today.

To accelerate space capabilities, Pentagon ups Golden Dome spending plan by $10 billion

By raising the cost estimate to $185 billion, Gen. Michael Guetlein said it would accelerate development of the Airborne Moving Target Indication, space data network and the Hypersonic Ballistic Tracking Space Sensor.

Integrating platforms to respond to changing threats of modern warfare

As threats continue to change on the modern battlefield, solutions must keep pace. That means the defense industrial base must be able to quickly adapt and evolve as new technologies are needed. Breaking Defense discusses these challenges with Northrop Grumman's Jackie Schmoll, Sector Vice President, Space Systems.