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MDA Space Unveils MDA MIDNIGHT™ Platform to Enhance Space Domain Defense

MDA Space Unveils MDA MIDNIGHT™ Platform to Enhance Space Domain Defense

MDA Space Unveils MDA MIDNIGHT™ Platform to Enhance Space Domain Defense
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MDA Space Introduces MDA MIDNIGHT™ Platform to Enhance Space Defense Capabilities

MDA Space Introduces MDA MIDNIGHT™ Platform to Enhance Space Defense Capabilities

MDA Space Introduces MDA MIDNIGHT™ Platform to Enhance Space Defense Capabilities
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NASA Night-light Imagery Reveals U.S. Energy Transition and Global Volatility

NASA Night-light Imagery Reveals U.S. Energy Transition and Global Volatility

NASA's new nighttime maps, based on satellite imagery, are providing insights into global energy transitions and volatility. The study, led by researchers at the University of Connecticut, analyzed 1.16 million satellite images collected over nine years. The findings highlight significant changes in artificial lighting, with intense flaring observed over major U.S. oil and gas fields, such as the Permian Basin and Bakken Formation. The imagery reveals cycles of industrial activity, including gas flaring, which releases carbon dioxide and soot. The data, accessible through NASA's Black Marble product suite, is being used to track energy movements and inform national security interests.
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Albedo Unveils High-Power Satellite Bus for VLEO Missions

Albedo Unveils High-Power Satellite Bus for VLEO Missions

Albedo Unveils High-Power Satellite Bus for VLEO Missions
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Ark Robotics Shares Defense Tech IP with UK Manufacturers

Ark Robotics Shares Defense Tech IP with UK Manufacturers

Ark Robotics, a European defense technology company, is set to provide its intellectual property for technologies tested in Ukraine to UK manufacturers. This transfer will occur through the AI-powered defense portal GRAIL. The decision to share these battle-tested technologies aims to enhance the UK's defense capabilities. The CEO of Ark Robotics, speaking under a pseudonym for security reasons, highlighted the strategic importance of this move in strengthening defense collaborations between European entities and the UK.
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FAA, Pentagon sign agreement on deploying anti-drone laser system near Mexico

FAA, Pentagon sign agreement on deploying anti-drone laser system near Mexico

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, April 10 (Reuters) - The Federal Aviation Administration and Pentagon said on Friday they had signed an agreement allowing the government's use of a high-energy laser counter-drone system along the southern U.S. border with Mexico.
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Starfish Space Secures $100 Million for Satellite Servicing Missions

Starfish Space Secures $100 Million for Satellite Servicing Missions

Starfish Space Secures $100 Million for Satellite Servicing Missions
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Global Push for Spaceplanes and Satellite Protection Intensifies

Global Push for Spaceplanes and Satellite Protection Intensifies

Countries around the world are increasingly focusing on developing military spaceplanes and 'bodyguard satellites' to protect orbital assets. Germany's Federal Ministry of Defence has released a strategy for building agile surveillance satellites and reusable spaceplanes. China is advancing its reusable spacecraft, currently on its fourth sortie, while the U.S. Space Force's X-37B is on its eighth mission. France, Japan, and India are also making strides in space vehicle development, with France planning to demonstrate patrol-guard satellites and India working on its own spaceplane design. The Secure World Foundation reports a widespread push towards advanced space capabilities.
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FAA Confirms Safety of Anti-Drone Lasers After Texas Airspace Closures

FAA Confirms Safety of Anti-Drone Lasers After Texas Airspace Closures

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that anti-drone lasers used near the southern border by the U.S. military and Homeland Security are safe for flights. This follows airspace closures in Texas earlier this year due to the use of these lasers without prior notification to the FAA. The FAA and the Defense Department have signed an agreement outlining safety precautions for the use of these lasers, although specific safeguards were not detailed. The lasers are used to combat cartel drones along the border, which are often employed for drug delivery or surveillance. A demonstration at the White Sands Missile Range convinced the FAA of their safety.
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US and UK Collaborate on Counter-UUV Platform to Protect Maritime Security

US and UK Collaborate on Counter-UUV Platform to Protect Maritime Security

The US and UK are jointly developing a prototype platform to counter unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) and other maritime threats. This initiative, led by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), aims to leverage commercial off-the-shelf technologies to create a flexible, stand-alone system adaptable to various environments. The primary focus is on protecting ports and harbors from the growing threat of autonomous underwater vehicles, which have advanced significantly in size and sophistication. The system is designed to provide sufficient detection-to-response time for human decision-making, ensuring underwater threats can be safely neutralized.
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FAA and Department of Defense Agree on Laser Systems for Drone Defense at Southern Border

FAA and Department of Defense Agree on Laser Systems for Drone Defense at Southern Border

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Defense have reached an agreement on the deployment of high-energy laser systems to counter drone threats at the U.S. Southern border. This decision follows a comprehensive safety assessment that concluded these systems do not pose a significant risk to passenger aircraft. The assessment was conducted after demonstrations at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. Previously, the FAA had closed the airspace over El Paso, Texas, due to concerns about the safety impacts of these systems, which led to a temporary shutdown of the city's airport. The military will continue to work with the FAA to ensure that passenger planes, pilots, navigation equipment, and air traffic control are not adversely affected by the laser systems.
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SCSP Launches National Security Commission on Robotics for Manufacturing

SCSP Launches National Security Commission on Robotics for Manufacturing

The Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP) has announced the formation of the National Security Commission on Robotics for Advanced Manufacturing. This initiative aims to enhance the United States' industrial capabilities by integrating robotics and AI into manufacturing processes. Co-chaired by SCSP President Ylli Bajraktari, Senator Ted Budd, and Senator Elissa Slotkin, the commission seeks to ensure that the U.S. maintains a competitive edge in robotics and automation. The commission will focus on developing a national strategy to scale robotics and secure the talent pipeline necessary for advanced manufacturing.