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Your Space Force #SSCSpaceSensing team is setting the pace! In only 15 months after contract award, the EO/IR Weather System (EWS) demonstration cubesat hit its 'first light' milestone on 12 Jun! Beyond showing speed of how we can #SenseMakeSenseWin, this EWS demonstration will also explore emerging space-based Electro-Optical Infrared (EO/IR) radiometric imaging technology, using a smaller sensor, to provide timely weather imagery data from Low Earth Orbit. This data is essential to provide accurate weather forecasts to our warfighters so they can confidently plan and execute their missions.

Tracking and analysing objects in #Space through instruments positioned on the ground and through orbital space assets. This is the goal of Space Situational Awareness (SSA), which focuses on observing and understanding Space objects, especially in Low Earth Orbit.   🛰️ Activities related to Space Situational Awareness include object tracking, threat characterisation and analysis of the data collected. The use of Space Surveillance and Tracking (SST) systems allows SSA to be the crucial enabling factor for achieving effective Space Domain Awareness (SDA). SDA is a primarily military concept that signifies comprehensive awareness of everything happening in Space. In the civil sphere, SSA focuses mainly on managing so-called unintentional threats, that is, Space debris orbiting the Earth, while SST systems monitor and track such objects without needing to identify them to prevent collisions and ensure the safe and continuous operation of Space infrastructures.   📡 The heart of Space Domain Awareness and Space Situational Awareness activities lies in Command and Control (C2) systems which, also thanks to #ArtificialIntelligence algorithms, process and analyse data from sophisticated sensors, providing an integrated and real-time view of Space activities.   To learn more: https://lnkd.in/dPpP2SGY   #LDOFIA2024 #FIA2024

🙌 #Teledynee2vSpaceImaging welcomes the news that the UK is to associate to Horizon Europe and #Copernicus programmes through a bespoke new agreement with the EU. The Teledyne Space Imaging team will supply image sensors and detectors to the European Space Agency’s industrial policy committee for the Copernicus Sentinel satellite missions in space 👉 https://loom.ly/OIVXO-M Copernicus is the 🌍#EarthObservation component of the European Union Space Programme. The objective for Copernicus is to use vast amount of global data from satellites and from ground-based, airborne and seaborne measurement systems to produce timely and quality information, services and knowledge, and to provide autonomous and independent access to information in the domains of environment and security on a global level in order to help service providers, public authorities and other international organizations improve the quality of life for the citizens of Europe. #ESA #ECMWF #Space #SpaceImaging #HorizonEurope @Daniel Waller @Mark B. @Karyn Barnes @Antonino Spatola

Monday 8 April is a full solar eclipse in the USA and is a timely reminder for us to embrace the cosmic connection. As we navigate our busy days, it's easy to overlook space's profound impact on virtually every aspect of our lives. From waking up til bedtime, space technologies quietly shape and enhance our experiences in ways we may not even realize. Thank satellites in space for the following: 📡 Communication: Satellites orbiting high above enable seamless global communication, connecting us with loved ones, colleagues, and information across the globe. 🌐 Navigation: GPS satellites guide our way with pinpoint accuracy, ensuring we reach our destinations efficiently and safely. 🌦️ Weather Forecasting: Space-based weather satellites provide vital data for accurate forecasting, helping us anticipate and adapt to changing weather conditions. 🌱 Environmental Monitoring: Satellites monitor Earth's ecosystems, providing invaluable data for environmental research, conservation efforts, and disaster response. 🛰️ National Security: relies on space-based assets for military surveillance, reconnaissance, and intelligence gathering, safeguarding our borders and enhancing our national defense capabilities. Space is an integral part of our daily lives. #SpaceExploration #Innovation #GlobalConnectivity #FutureFrontiers #SpaceIndustry

The 1st communications satellite Telstar 🛰 was launched 🚀 on 10 July 1964. Satellites have been crucial for expanding our research and observation capabilities and providing valuable data on the atmosphere, space and planets. #BIRA_IASB_60years

Space Situational Awareness (seeing and sensing everything that is happening in/around your assets in space) is a foundational competency. It is great to see the commercial sector ramp up their capabilities in this critical area as it will directly enhance the safety of all space-faring nations’ assets.

It is important to keep and document our existing spacecraft as this will be an issue for “situational awareness” as mentioned below.

In an era of increasing reliance on space-based services, #space is essential for the strategic autonomy of the #EU and its Member States. Economies, citizens, and public policies here on Earth increasingly depend on services and #data in and from space. The Space #Situational #Awareness component of the EU Space Programme is therefore instrumental for providing accurate information on the space environment and for helping to ensure the proper and uninterrupted functioning of space-based services. It covers the following subcomponents: - Space #Surveillance and #Tracking (SST): a system of networked sensors to survey and track space objects together with processing capabilities to provide data, information and services on objects that orbit the Earth - Near-Earth Objects (NEO): capabilities to monitor the #risk of natural space objects approaching the Earth, such as asteroids and comets - Space Weather Events (SWE): capabilities to monitor space weather and solar activity https://lnkd.in/dajteHZq

Satellites play Hide and Seek 🛰️ Despite advancements in space surveillance, #military satellites can still evade detection through various techniques. China's Shenlong spaceplane recently released a smaller companion craft, which went unnoticed for some time. Nations use methods like radar-absorbent materials, non-reflective coatings, and strategic maneuvers to hide #satellites. These stealth tactics pose challenges for the U.S. and its allies in tracking potential threats in orbit. Improved sensors, AI, and international cooperation are crucial for enhancing #space domain awareness and countering these stealthy moves.

Satellite imagery, traditionally used for Earth observation, is now crucial for monitoring the growing number of space objects. Maxar Technologies has been serving the U.S. government's space imaging needs, capturing objects across various orbits. Kumar Navulur from Maxar highlights their role in space-traffic management, especially amidst the surge in satellite launches and space debris. With the capability to deliver images within 72 hours and leveraging advanced modeling software, Maxar can effectively predict space object movements and interactions. The strategic importance of space imagery was accentuated following the 2014 launch of a uniquely behaving Russian satellite and subsequent events, including Russia's attack on Ukraine's satellite communications in 2022. As Space Force officials emphasize "space situational awareness," while anticipating a market growth to $1.78 billion by 2028, there's an expected rise in satellite launches to concurrently monitor both Earth and space. #satelliteimagery #maxartechnologies #spacetraffic #orbitmonitoring #spaceobjects #spacedebris #spaceawareness #futureofspace #satellitetracking #spaceinnovation   Source- https://lnkd.in/e-xPm-Qe Get today's top US Federal Leading Tech stories in a quick 3-minute digest. Subscribe for free to The Cyber Statesman: https://lnkd.in/gGkcg_QP