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"Space Force's Groundbreaking Orbital Military Exercise and Responsive Space Contracts"

The U.S. Space Force is teaming up with Rocket Lab and True Anomaly to conduct a demonstration mission, named Victus Haze, to simulate responses to potential threats in Earth's orbit. Scheduled for 2025, the mission aims to test scenarios such as satellite interference and espionage. This initiative reflects the Space Force's focus on countering threats in space, particularly from adversaries like China, and underscores its role in safeguarding American interests in space.

via Gizmodo|

#orbital-defense #rocket-lab #space-and-defense

space-and-defense1 year ago•1 min saved

"Rocket Lab and True Anomaly Chosen for Space Force's Rapid Launch Mission"

Rocket Lab and True Anomaly have been awarded contracts by the U.S. Space Force to launch the "tactically responsive" Victus Haze mission, aimed at testing and refining the military's capabilities for rapidly deploying satellites in response to space threats. Rocket Lab will design, build, and operate a spacecraft for the mission, while True Anomaly will provide a command and control center. The project, funded by the Defense Innovation Unit and Space Force's technology arm, is part of a broader effort to develop more agile space systems for military operations.

via SpaceNews|

#military-space-operations #rocket-lab #satellite-deployment

space-security2 years ago•1 min saved

True Anomaly Secures $100 Million to Advance Space Security Technologies

Denver-based startup True Anomaly has raised $100 million in a Series B funding round led by Riot Ventures, with participation from several other investors. True Anomaly specializes in producing small satellites for surveillance and reconnaissance in space, primarily targeting the military and intelligence markets. The funding will be used to further advance the company's mission, including the development of its spacecraft called Jackal, training services for military satellite operators, and expanding its staff. The first two Jackal satellites are scheduled to launch in March 2024.

via SpaceNews|

#jackal-spacecraft #military-satellites #series-b-funding