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defense-and-security1 year ago

"Top 4 Safe Underground Shelters for World War Three"

British Army Chief warns UK to prepare for potential land war and mobilize a 'citizen army' amid heightened tensions with Russia and China; article highlights four underground locations - Wood Norton in Worcestershire, Raven Rock Mountain Complex in Pennsylvania, Peters Mountain in Virginia, and Cheyenne Mountain Complex in Colorado - that could serve as safe havens in the event of a World War III attack, detailing their history, features, and capacities.

via Daily Mail|
#bunkers#defense-and-security#emergency-preparedness
space2 years ago

SpaceX and Pentagon collaborate for mysterious X-37B space plane launch

The United States Space Force is preparing to launch its secretive X-37B space plane on its seventh mission in orbit. The uncrewed vehicle, resembling a miniature space shuttle, will be launched atop a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. The purpose and activities of the X-37B remain classified, but it will conduct various tests during this mission, including experimenting with space domain awareness technologies and investigating radiation effects on NASA materials. The X-37B has previously been launched on different rockets, but the Falcon Heavy's increased power will allow it to operate in new orbital regimes. The duration and specific orbit of the mission are undisclosed, as the military maintains secrecy around the X-37B's operations.

via Yahoo News|
#experimental-missions#orbit#space
space2 years ago

"United States Space Force Gears Up for X-37B Launch"

The United States Space Force, in collaboration with SpaceX, is preparing for the launch of the seventh mission of the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle. This mission, scheduled for December 10, 2023, will be the first to launch on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. The X-37B will conduct various tests and experiments, including operating in new orbital regimes, testing space domain awareness technologies, and studying radiation effects on NASA materials. These tests aim to ensure safe and responsible operations in space.

via Space Force|
#launch#space#space-exploration
space2 years ago

"U.S. and China Collaborate on Space Emergency Hotline"

The United States Space Force is considering establishing a hotline with China to ensure communication in case of space emergencies. The U.S. is concerned about China's increasing capabilities in space, including its plans to land astronauts on the Moon and build a permanent base. China's lack of transparency and response to warnings from the U.S. Space Command has raised concerns. The U.S. hopes that a hotline could open up communication lines, but it remains uncertain if China will be willing to engage.

via Gizmodo|
#china#communication#space