Secret X-37B spaceplane maneuvers could impact future space operations
The Space Force offered a rare glimpse into the X-37B’s latest endeavor, revealing that the spaceplane will conduct an aerobraking maneuver.
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Anduril debuts Bolt, loitering munition on contract with Marine Corps
The drone comes in two forms, one capable of surveillance operations and another that can directly strike targets.
Europe launches space mission in defense against city-killer asteroids
The Hera mission will investigate the result of NASA’s asteroid redirection test, in which the U.S. agency rammed a spacecraft into the asteroid Dimorphos.
Anduril lands $250 million Pentagon contract for drone defense system
DOD will buy 500 Roadrunner interceptors as well as the Anduril’s portable Pulsar electronic-warfare, counter-drone capability, the firm told Defense News.
Space Force to fly two rapid-response demonstration missions in 2026
The missions are slated for summer or fall of 2026 as part of the Space Force's tactically responsive space demonstration series.
United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan flies second certification mission
If the Space Force deems it a clean mission, the rocket could be certified to fly national security satellites in the coming weeks.
Pentagon taps commercial vendors for low-cost, throwaway drones
Officials at the Defense Innovation Unit plan to hold a live flyoff demonstration as soon as December to evaluate the proposed systems.
Defense tech companies can apply for Pentagon loans starting next year
The effort will help companies fund the construction and equipment needed to scale production of technologies the DOD deems critical to national security.
Small-drone defense is next in Pentagon’s Replicator buying push
The Pentagon will request funding for Replicator 2 in its FY26 budget proposal.
Space Development Agency studying options for satellite tow services
Six firms will conduct feasibility assessments, considering the technical trades and engineering requirements for on-demand satellite de-orbit services.
European militaries rush to catch up on space traffic mapping
“We have no map of space, it’s a drama for the military,” said Col. Ludovic Monnerat, head of space domain for the Swiss Armed Forces.
Space Command leader calls for better domain awareness tools by 2027
The ability to maneuver through and understand what’s happening in space will be crucial to future military operations, Gen. Whiting said this week.
Space Force picks four firms to design ‘Resilient GPS’ satellites
The Space Force has told Congress it plans to spend $1 billion on Resilient GPS over the next five years.
BAE Systems pitches ground robot to drone-hungry Australian Army
The defense contractor has unveiled a large unmanned ground vehicle, named ATLAS, that is available in a "collaborative combat" variant.
Space Force developing plan for maneuverable GEO satellite services
The Space Force plans to establish an initial pool of vendors for the Maneuverable GEO program next year.
‘Dual-use’ case: Russian attack drone maker evades Western scrutiny
Small companies across Russia have ramped up their output of military equipment to prosecute Moscow's war against Ukraine.
Ukrainian officials eye export potential of pent-up weapons expertise
The country’s defense industry is obliged by law to supply its entire output to the Ukrainian Armed Forces, keeping innovations local for now.
