Category Space Technology, Defense & Exploration

This magazine examines the rapid militarization and strategic utilization of space across orbital, lunar, and deep-space domains. It covers satellite systems, space-based surveillance, launch architectures, space situational awareness, and emerging doctrines shaping space as a contested operational theater.

By integrating technological advances with defense policy, geopolitical signaling, and future exploration pathways, this section provides intelligence-driven insight into how space capabilities are redefining national security, deterrence, and global power projection.

China’s Ascent as a Global Space Power: Dominating Commercial and Military Satellite Launches and Beyond

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China has rapidly evolved from a minor participant to a dominant force in the global space arena. Surpassing all other nations in satellite launches and expanding both its military and commercial space capabilities at breakneck speed, Beijing is fundamentally reshaping…...

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From Sky to Soil: The Tech Racing to Save Lives Under Disaster Debris

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From Sky to Soil: Integrating Tech and Intuition to Rescue Disaster SurvivorsDiscover how satellites, drones, GPR, AI, and even canine teams work together to detect survivors buried beneath disaster debris, saving lives when every second counts. The devastating 2024 landslides…...

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Pioneering Micro Propulsion Technologies: Empowering Microsatellite and Nanosatellite Constellations for Autonomous Missions

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Micro Propulsion Technologies: Powering the Next Generation of Smallsat Autonomy Explore how innovative micro propulsion systems are enabling small satellites to revolutionize space exploration with agility, autonomy, and sustainability The exploration of space is undergoing a dramatic transformation, thanks in…...

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The 3D Printing Race in Space: On-Orbit Manufacturing of Satellite Components for Exploration and Security

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3D Printing in Space: How In-Orbit Manufacturing is Changing Exploration and Defense Discover how space-based 3D printing is revolutionizing exploration and military security, building the future layer by layer. The space frontier is evolving rapidly—and so is the way we…...

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ANGSTRM Project: Pioneering Next-Generation Rad-Hard Memory for Strategic Space Applications

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Introduction The ANGSTRM project is an ambitious initiative by U.S. Space Force researchers aimed at revolutionizing memory technology for military space and strategic systems. By combining advanced radiation hardening techniques with state-of-the-art CMOS and memory technologies, the project seeks to…...

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Observing the Universe’s Most Powerful Explosions: Tracking Gamma-Ray Bursts Across Wavelengths

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Gamma-ray bursts—cosmic explosions so powerful they outshine entire galaxies—are unlocking secrets of black holes, neutron stars, and the early universe. Introduction Gamma rays occupy the highest frequency and shortest wavelength region of the electromagnetic spectrum, with frequencies typically above 10^{19} Hz…...

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CubeSats and the Quantum Internet: Building Secure Global Communication from Space

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CubeSats and the Quantum Internet: Building Secure Global Communication from Space How nanosatellites are accelerating quantum-secure communication and shaping the future of global cybersecurity. Introduction The rapid evolution of quantum technology is transforming the future of secure communications. Quantum Key…...

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Space Domain Awareness: Enhancing Anomalous Behavior Detection in Orbit

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Space Domain Awareness: Detecting Anomalous Satellite Behavior in OrbitAI-powered anomaly detection is redefining space security as stealthy anti-satellite threats rise. The rapid expansion of satellite constellations has made space domain awareness (SDA) a critical aspect of modern space operations. With…...

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Hunting for Water on Other Celestial Bodies: The Next Frontier in Space Exploration

Hunting for Water on Other Celestial Bodies: The Next Frontier in Space Exploration From lunar ice to quantum sensors on Europa, water is becoming the ultimate key to life and exploration beyond Earth. Why the Search for Water Matters The…...

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NASA’s 2024 Civil Space Shortfall Ranking: Charting the Path for Future Space Exploration

Introduction NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) marked a pivotal milestone in July 2024 by publishing the results of its first-ever integrated civil space shortfall ranking. This initiative identifies and prioritizes critical technology shortfalls—areas where current capabilities fall short of…...

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