The Space Force is moving forward with a series of experiments to test ideas for broadening its narrowband satellite communication mission to medium-Earth orbit, and a new notice to industry seeks commercial satellites to help demonstrate the viability of a future hybrid architecture.
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The Space Force selected Boeing to extend the life of its narrowband satellite communications program, awarding the company $2 billion to build two satellites.
The Space Force is asking for $17.4 billion in its 2022 budget request—more than 10 percent of the Department of the Air Force's $173.7 billion "blue" budget and a $2 billion increase from 2021. The request would grow the service to 8,400 Guardians, pay to ...
The Space Force has finalized which units from the Army and Navy will join its ranks, and the new service’s No. 2 said details on the transfers are coming soon. Space Force Vice Chief of Space Operations Gen. David D. Thompson, speaking April 21 during ...
The Defense Department is seeking innovative ways to connect U.S. military units all over the world, provide high bandwidth services via laser, and communicate with submarines deep underwater. A recently issued contract solicitation launched a four-phase prototyping effort that will lead to a brand new ...