What time is it on the moon? NIST proposes an answer
What time is it on the moon? NIST proposes an answer
The establishment of universal moon time would support lunar GPS for future missions.
Launch
MaiaSpace to Launch Maia Rocket from Former Soyuz Pad in French Guiana
End of an Era as Europe's Commercial Space Launch Capabilities Expand
Defense
One way to learn about U.S. spy satellites? China
Chinese researchers have been public in sharing what they know.
Science & Tech
IBM, NASA and Oak Ridge develop a new AI foundation model for weather
The foundation artificial intelligence model will handle specific meteorological data to offer improved accuracy in weather patterns and forecasting.
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On-Orbit Technology Demonstrations Pave the Way for CJADC2
It’s no secret that space will be the “connector” that makes the DoD’s vision of Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control a reality.
Science & Tech
The Space Force issued thousands of smartwatches to replace PT tests
Here’s how it’s going.
Defense
MDA previews recompete of advisory, assistance services contracts
Whether the Missile Defense Agency will lean on the government's flagship professional services vehicle for this family of contracts remains an open question.
Science & Tech
Space, defense and growth leadership moves across the market
Hires in the realm of technology innovation and operations also feature, along with a pair of additions to boards of directors.
Science & Tech
Air Force braces for new nuclear-war scenarios
With more nuclear players and weapons around the world, U.S. forces need to be ready, a top service leader says.
Civil
Global Navigation Satellite Systems: A Modern Necessity
A Look at the World's Leading PNT Constellations.
Defense
Budget drama could snag Pentagon’s satellite launch award
While source selection will continue, launch mission assignments for 2025 could stall.
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A Vision for Humanity's Future in Space
This vision of a water-based lunar architecture underscores our commitment to sustainable space exploration, enabling permanent bases and interplanetary travel through international collaborations.
Science & Tech
Intel agencies are awash in young talent. But can they keep it?
Between balancing recruiting fresh, digital-literate talent and upskilling an experienced workforce, agencies in the Intelligence Community also need to ensure they are updating their career development processes to retain both, says former DOD CIO John Sherman.
Science & Tech
NSF launches new AI initiatives for astronomy
Two new artificial intelligence institutions within the National Science Foundation will be dedicated to developing AI algorithms and models specific to astronomy and astrophysics data.
Defense
The Space Force’s plan for a ready fleet of commercial satellites takes shape
Companies have started to weigh in on the service's commercial augmentation space reserve program.
Defense
Pentagon may find itself short of GPS receivers, GAO reports
More delays bedevil the two-decade effort to move to a secure signal.
Science & Tech
The delicate tradeoffs keeping NASA’s Voyager exploring
NASA resolved the latest too hot-too cold dilemma for the pioneering satellite.
Defense
Boeing workers strike will hit Pentagon programs
KC-46, P-8 facilities affected in what was already expected to be another down quarter, company officials say.
Commercial
Boeing Starliner's troubles illustrate difficulties inherent in space travel
Don’t write off Boeing just yet.
Defense
Anduril touts new, easy-to-build cruise missiles
The air-breathing “Barracuda” weapons are already flying, company execs say.
Science & Tech
Dear industry: Pentagon wants quantum GPS
The technology is proving difficult to field, according to the Pentagon’s quantum science lead.
Defense
Expect Air Force’s first robot wingmen to be AMRAAM ‘trucks’
Increment-one CCAs will essentially haul extra air-to-air rounds for F-35, F-22, RTX says.
