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The Golden Dome missile defense initiative is moving forward with new funding and engagement with commercial industry. Program leaders are experimenting with novel acquisition models, despite questions about the program's final architecture and technical feasibility. This development offers opportunities for government contractors.
The Golden Dome project utilizes sensors to protect the United States, and an upcoming exploration will discuss the technologies behind it. The discussion will cover what's necessary for high-level operation and potential future developments for the satellites involved.
The US military plans to demonstrate battle-ready laser weapons by 2028, with a directed energy demonstration scheduled for summer 2028.
Northrop Grumman partners with satellite manufacturing startup Apex to develop space-based interceptors for the Golden Dome missile defense program.
Golden Dome changes the calculus of missile defense by broadening the focus to the entire distributed infrastructure, placing propulsion at the forefront.