13 days agoLockheed Martin and Sumitomo Invest Over $10M in Diffraqtion's Quantum Imaging Technology
Lockheed Martin Ventures and Presidio Ventures have invested more than **$10 million** in **Diffraqtion**, a startup developing quantum cameras for space reconnaissance. This funding aims to expedite the deployment of innovative imaging solutions that enhance space situational awareness, potentially reshaping defense capabilities.
46 days agoU.S. Space Force Awards $27.77M for Expanded Mira Spacecraft Fleet
The U.S. Space Force has awarded a $27.77 million contract modification to Impulse Space, increasing the Mira spacecraft fleet's total contract value to $62.8 million. This investment signals ongoing opportunities for contractors in small satellite technology and space situational awareness, underpinning military operations through 2030.
124 days agoU.S. Space Force Awards IDIQ Contract to Intuitive Machines for Space Security
The U.S. Space Force has awarded an IDIQ contract to Intuitive Machines for the Andromeda program, aimed at enhancing Space Domain Awareness systems. This strategic move underscores increasing government support for advanced surveillance technologies crucial for national security in geosynchronous orbit. The contract opens avenues for future task orders and partnerships in the space defense arena.