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technology4 hours ago•9 min saved

GPS Upgrades Stall as Vulcan Glitches Drive Space Force Toward SpaceX

The Space Force has paused further launches on ULA’s Vulcan rocket while investigators probe a February 2026 booster anomaly—the second such issue after a 2024 carbon‑composite insulator defect—pushing GPS satellite launches toward SpaceX’s Falcon 9. The investigation is expected to last months as officials seek root cause and corrective actions. Meanwhile, GPS modernization continues: 26 of 31 satellites carry the M-code signal and 19 broadcast the higher‑power L5 civil signal, underscoring the value of having multiple launch providers to maintain global coverage amid rising interference and jamming threats.

via Ars Technica|

#gps #space-force #spacex

space-exploration1 day ago•56 min saved

Trump hails Space Force in State of the Union as Artemis 2 sits out spotlight

In his State of the Union address, Trump praised Space Force, calling it “my baby,” while Artemis 2 astronauts attended the event but were not named; NASA’s Artemis program has faced delays, with Artemis 2’s launch rolled back due to a rocket glitch and now targeting early April at the soonest, and the speech offered little emphasis on Artemis 2 beyond the attendees.

via Space|

#artemis-2 #moon-mission #nasa-artemis

space12 days ago•2 min saved

ULA's Vulcan Delivers Space Force Satellite to GEO Despite Booster Anomaly

ULA's Vulcan Centaur successfully placed a U.S. Space Force satellite into geosynchronous orbit after observers spotted an anomaly in one solid rocket motor; ULA will investigate the root cause and apply corrective actions before the next Vulcan flight, and a similar booster plume issue occurred on a 2024 flight.

via Gizmodo|

#anomaly #geosynchronous-orbit #note-only-5-tags-allowed

technology1 month ago•6 min saved

SpaceX to Launch GPS-3 Satellite on Falcon 9 After Vulcan Swap

The U.S. Space Force will launch the GPS 3-9 satellite into medium Earth orbit on SpaceX's Falcon 9 after moving the satellite from ULA's Vulcan rocket; the mission uses M-Code for jam-resistant PNT, is managed by SSC and CFC under the National Security Space Launch program, and underscores the Air Force's flexibility in juggling launch manifests to deliver critical GPS capabilities.

via Spaceflight Now|

#falcon-9 #gps-3-9 #space-force

space1 month ago•73 min saved

US Space Force taps Starfish Otter for first-ever satellite disposal contract

The U.S. Space Force awarded Starfish Space a $52.5 million contract to deorbit satellites using the Otter servicing spacecraft—the first end-of-life disposal deal for a large low-Earth orbit constellation. Starfish aims to launch Otter by 2027 to retrieve and dispose of at least one (potentially more) satellites within the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture network, signaling a shift toward affordable, repeatable satellite servicing in orbit.

via Space|

#deorbit #low-earth-orbit #otter

space1 month ago•3 min saved

Space Force swaps launchers to accelerate GPS III satellite deployment

The U.S. Space Force is swapping launch vehicles for GPS III Space Vehicle 09 and GPS IIIF Space Vehicle 13: SV09 will launch on SpaceX’s Falcon 9 instead of ULA’s Vulcan, while SV13 moves to Vulcan (from Falcon Heavy). The trade aims to deliver capabilities faster and reduce costs, continuing a pattern of provider swaps to keep GPS deployments on schedule.

via Spaceflight Now|

#gps #gps-iii #space

science1 month ago•1 min saved

Space Force Unveils New Snowy Alaska Radar Post

The U.S. Space Force has officially taken control of the Long Range Discrimination Radar (LRDR) at Clear Space Force Station in Alaska, marking its transition from testing to operational use to enhance missile defense capabilities with more precise tracking and faster response times.

via Space|

#alaska #lrdr #missile-defense

business2 months ago•3 min saved

Space Development Agency awards over $3.5 billion for missile tracking satellites

The U.S. Space Force awarded $1.6 billion in contracts to Rocket Lab and Northrop Grumman to build 36 satellites for missile warning and tracking, focusing on hypersonic missile threats, marking significant growth for Rocket Lab as it transitions into a major space contractor.

via Los Angeles Times|

#business #hypersonic-missiles #northrop-grumman

space-exploration2 months ago•2 min saved

President Trump Initiates New Era in American Space Exploration

President Donald Trump signed an executive order outlining a bold American space strategy, including returning to the Moon by 2028, establishing a lunar outpost by 2030, deploying nuclear reactors in space, and promoting private sector investment, all aimed at maintaining U.S. leadership in space exploration, security, and commerce.

via The White House (.gov)|

#moon-mission #space-exploration #space-force

science-and-technology2 months ago•3 min saved

Rocket Lab accelerates US military and space agency satellite launches

Rocket Lab successfully launched four DiskSat small satellites for NASA and the U.S. Space Force to test new low Earth orbit operations, including high power generation and maneuverability in very low Earth orbit, aiming to expand satellite capabilities beyond traditional designs.

via SpaceNews|

#disksat #nasa #rocket-lab

military2 months ago•2 min saved

US Space Force Reveals Fantastical Names for Satellites and Space Weapons

The U.S. Space Force has introduced a new satellite naming system using Magic: The Gathering-style cards to give more identity and culture to its satellites, with themes inspired by mythology and nature, aiming to foster a stronger connection among Guardians and make satellite designations more engaging.

via Yahoo|

#magic-the-gathering #military #military-culture

military2 months ago•2 min saved

US Space Force Reveals Fantastical Names for Satellites and Space Weapons

The U.S. Space Force has introduced a new satellite naming system using Magic: The Gathering-style cards to give satellites more personality and cultural identity, with themes inspired by mythology and nature, aiming to foster a stronger connection among Guardians and make satellite designations more engaging.

via Jalopnik|

#magic-the-gathering #military #military-culture

military2 months ago•3 min saved

US Space Force Introduces Creative New Names for Satellites and Weapons

The U.S. Space Force is adopting new thematic names for its weapons and space systems, inspired by categories like Norse mythology and ghosts, to foster a stronger connection and identity among personnel, with the aim of creating more memorable and popular names for its systems.

via Task & Purpose|

#military #military-culture #naming-themes

space-and-defense3 months ago•3 min saved

In-Q-Tel Funds Vast Investment

In-Q-Tel, a U.S. national security venture fund, invested in Vast, a company developing commercial space stations, primarily for market insight rather than immediate military use. The investment aims to understand market evolution and potential U.S. government support, with possible future collaborations with the Space Force and opportunities for military personnel in space. The move reflects growing interest in commercial space infrastructure, with strategic implications for national security and space deterrence.

via SpaceNews|

#commercial-space-station #in-q-tel #national-security

world4 months ago•5 min saved

SpaceX Dominates U.S. National Security Launch Contracts Over ULA

The U.S. Space Force has awarded contracts to SpaceX and ULA for seven critical space missions to enhance national security, including deploying military communication satellites and upgrading GPS capabilities, with future launches planned through 2030 to maintain space dominance.

via Energy Reporters|

#national-security #space-force #space-launch