Tag: space defense
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DARPA Eyes Moon-Side Threat Tracking as US Space Defense Expands
Overview: A New Front in Space Defense As the Moon becomes a focal point in the next era of space activity, the United States is exploring ways to monitor spacecraft and other objects operating near lunar space. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has issued calls for research and prototypes that could help authorities…
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Intuitive Machines Lanteris Deal Opens Space Defense and Lunar Exploration
Overview: A pivotal move for Intuitive Machines Intuitive Machines has unveiled a strategic acquisition of Lanteris Space Systems, a satellite manufacturer, a move the company says will broaden its footprint in defense-oriented projects and ambitious space exploration ambitions. While the official announcement details remain to be fully parsed, executives emphasize how the deal could unlock…
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New Model Theorizes Why Most Asteroid Rotations Turn Chaotic
Why Asteroid Spins Have Confounded Scientists For years, astronomers have observed asteroids rotating at a wide range of speeds, with many behaving oddly—tumbling instead of simply spinning around a single axis. Traditional theories could not fully explain why some asteroids slow down, while others tumble, nor why a surprising number are slower than expected. A…
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EU Leaders Convene in Copenhagen to Map 2030 Defense Build-Up
EU informal summit in Copenhagen sets stage for a 2030 defense framework European leaders gathered in Copenhagen for an informal EU summit this week, aiming to define the path toward a more autonomous European security posture by 2030. The gathering followed a two-day series of consultations, with the Danish prime minister Mette Frederiksen, EU Commission…