For the United States, innovating quickly is key to maintaining a competitive edge on a global scale, and for that, non-traditional companies are needed.
Non-traditional contractors (NTDCs) are defined as small businesses that are exempt from or do not meet CAS requirements. Their funding cannot go over $500 million and ►
Space debris, often referred to as “space junk,” includes defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, and fragments from disintegration, erosion and collisions.
With over 34,000 pieces of debris larger than 10 cm and millions of smaller fragments orbiting Earth, the threat to active satellites, space missions, and even ►
The United States is spearheading efforts to reach Mars through government initiatives and private-sector collaboration.
For starters, NASA’s Artemis program, designed to return humans to the Moon, is a critical stepping stone for Mars exploration. The Moon will be a testing ground ►
One common gripe of contracting within the government is dealing with FAR-based contracts. Enter Other Transaction Authority (OTA). These agreements aren’t just changing the game; they’re redefining how the government fosters innovation. In this exploration of Prototype OTAs, we’ll delve into their pivotal role in driving government innovation forward, ►
With the potential to transform military defense, commercial aviation, and beyond, the pursuit of hypersonic capabilities has intensified in recent years. Central to this pursuit are the specialized laboratories known as hypersonic test facilities, where the future of aerospace is being established.
Space has a unique realm of law and policy that guides how we can operate in the stars. As we continue to develop more technology to expand our presence in space, the need to establish clear guidelines and regulations becomes increasingly clear.
In recent years, there has been ►
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The cost of a space launch can vary depending on many factors, including the payload weight, destination and type of rocket used. In recent times, the average cost of a single space launch can range from tens of millions to hundreds of millions of dollars.
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket launches have ►
Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles (UCAVs), commonly known as drones, have risen in popularity due to their utility and affordability. They represent a shift in the way our military operates, offering a safer alternative to manned combat aircraft with similar capabilities.
With recent advancements in UCAV development, the ►
To run and complete their tasks effectively, most of our military assets use electronics to communicate with one another, but unfortunately, enemy forces know this and will take advantage of it in modern warfare.
To stay in play and ensure protection, we must employ Electronic Countermeasures (ECM), a vital technology for ►
