Startup Aalyria demos SATCOM software for DIU ‘hybrid network’

Startup Aalyria demos SATCOM software for DIU ‘hybrid network’
Startup Aalyria demos SATCOM software for DIU ‘hybrid network’

The company, a Google off-shoot, characterizes its Spacetime software as the “digital cartilage and autonomous brain” that can bring to life DoD’s JADC2 concept linking sensors and shooters across all domains.

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Optical communications, i.e. lasers, are the network pipes for the Internet of Space

Optical communications, i.e. lasers, are the network pipes for the Internet of Space
Optical communications, i.e. lasers, are the network pipes for the Internet of Space

A new constellation with laser comms and compatibility with the Space Development Agency’s Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture is now taking shape.

Space Force moves to expand acquisition of novel SATCOM capabilities/services

Space Force moves to expand acquisition of novel SATCOM capabilities/services
Space Force moves to expand acquisition of novel SATCOM capabilities/services

Brig. Gen. Jason Cothern, Space Systems Command deputy, said the service is looking “to incorporate capability-based contracts to include emerging p-LEO services, commercial X-band, space-to-cellular and small maneuverable GEO satellites, trying to stay ahead of the threat and also taking advantage of the commercial capabilities as they arise.”

Amazon, OneWeb slowly stalk SpaceX for piece of Pentagon SATCOM pie

Amazon, OneWeb slowly stalk SpaceX for piece of Pentagon SATCOM pie
Amazon, OneWeb slowly stalk SpaceX for piece of Pentagon SATCOM pie

Amazon recently launched the first two prototypes for its Project Kuiper; OneWeb now has all 634 satellites it needs to provide global internet access.

Comtech’s Army SATCOM modem win opens door to cross-service sales

Comtech’s Army SATCOM modem win opens door to cross-service sales
Comtech’s Army SATCOM modem win opens door to cross-service sales

Comtech President and CEO Ken Peterman told Breaking Defense the contract for the Army’s Enterprise Digital Intermediate Frequency Multi-Carrier (EDIM) modem paves the way toward helping the Space Force in its struggle to figure out how to integrate ground systems for the myriad military and commercial SATCOM networks used by US forces around the world so as to ensure 24/7 access to needed communications bandwidth.

Army taps DRS, Intelsat for pioneering SATCOM service pilot

Army taps DRS, Intelsat for pioneering SATCOM service pilot
Army taps DRS, Intelsat for pioneering SATCOM service pilot

“It will provide commercial SATCOM subscription services, which include SATCOM coverage in different locations, terminals, bandwidth, training if required by the unit and help desk services,” Paul Mehney, public communications director for Army PEO C3T, told Breaking Defense.

As DoD readies new commercial space strategies, industry frets funding gap

As DoD readies new commercial space strategies, industry frets funding gap
As DoD readies new commercial space strategies, industry frets funding gap

When it comes to leveraging commercial space tech, one analyst said, “The old adage holds — show me your budget and I’ll show you your priorities.”

Draft commercial space ‘reserve’ plan allows DoD ‘exclusive access’ to services during conflict

Draft commercial space ‘reserve’ plan allows DoD ‘exclusive access’ to services during conflict
Draft commercial space ‘reserve’ plan allows DoD ‘exclusive access’ to services during conflict

In exchange for consenting to allowing DoD to commandeer services, the framework document suggests incentives for industry participants such as giving them status as a “preferential provider” to US government contracts and “war-risk insurance.”

Space Force to reveal draft for commercial satellite ‘reserve’ service soon

Space Force to reveal draft for commercial satellite ‘reserve’ service soon
Space Force to reveal draft for commercial satellite ‘reserve’ service soon

“The capacity needed during times of crisis or conflict will exceed our steady state peacetime demand,” said Col. Rich Kniseley, who leads Space Systems Commands Commercial Space Office.

Along with new office, Space Force plots new funding pot for commercial buys by 2025

Along with new office, Space Force plots new funding pot for commercial buys by 2025
Along with new office, Space Force plots new funding pot for commercial buys by 2025

Space Systems Command’s new Commercial Space Marketplace for Innovation and Collaboration (COSMIC) facility in Chantilly, Virg., will serve as the “physical headquarters” for the SSC Commercial Space Office.

Space Force wraps initial plan for building ‘hybrid’ commercial/military ‘outernet’

Space Force wraps initial plan for building ‘hybrid’ commercial/military ‘outernet’
Space Force wraps initial plan for building ‘hybrid’ commercial/military ‘outernet’

“The outernet is the internet taken to space,” Col. Eric Felt, of the Department of the Air Force’s space acquisition office, said today.

Space Force ‘framework’ for commercial reserve satellite fleet coming in summer

Space Force ‘framework’ for commercial reserve satellite fleet coming in summer
Space Force ‘framework’ for commercial reserve satellite fleet coming in summer

Col. Rich Kniseley, newly appointed as the head of SSC’s Commercial Space Office, told Breaking Defense on Wednesday: “I’m hoping to deliver a framework to leadership this summer.”

International meeting could imperil Pentagon’s radar, intel-gathering systems

International meeting could imperil Pentagon’s radar, intel-gathering systems
International meeting could imperil Pentagon’s radar, intel-gathering systems

The month-long World Radiocommunications Conference in Dubai will decide whether to change how spectrum use is allocate among various users – including spectrum needed by DoD planes and ships operating abroad.

In a $3 billion bet, Space Force envisions tactical anti-jam SATCOM keeping enemy EW at bay

In a $3 billion bet, Space Force envisions tactical anti-jam SATCOM keeping enemy EW at bay
In a $3 billion bet, Space Force envisions tactical anti-jam SATCOM keeping enemy EW at bay

The Space Force’s goal is to create a resilient SATCOM architecture by using multiple types of satellites with better encryption and dispersed over various orbits to flummox adversary jamming attempts — with US national security planners fully expecting sophisticated electronic warfare attacks against satellites in future conflicts.