"Space Force Plans Compact, Cost-Effective GPS Satellites for Enhanced Constellation"

The U.S. Space Force is exploring the possibility of incorporating smaller, more cost-effective satellites into the Global Positioning System (GPS) constellation. This initiative aims to enhance the existing GPS infrastructure and is part of a broader effort to leverage commercial space products for national security needs. The Space Systems Command has issued a request for information to gather input from the private sector on developing interoperable GPS spacecraft that could potentially reduce size, weight, power, and cost while maintaining compatibility with current and future GPS receivers and user equipment. This move aligns with the Space Force's push for smaller satellites and reflects ongoing efforts to address challenges related to GPS receiver development and production.