Space has once again become the “new frontier” with capabilities such as in-orbit satellite servicing and in-orbit assembly incessantly challenging the human mind. Intriguing geospatial innovations have blurred the difference between reality and science-fiction. Such developments are exciting and encouraging, MDA CEO Howard Lance tells in an exclusive interview
In recent years we have heard much from the US national security community about the growing threat to space assets and the need for transformation of space systems. What is driving the concern and what do you think needs to be done?
Over time, the decision makers and military forces of the US and allied nations have come to rely heavily on space-based intelligence gathering and communications. Highly advanced satellite systems provide the information needed for leaders to prevent conflicts, or if military action is needed, to act swiftly and decisively. But in recent years certain adversaries have demonstrated their intent and ability to “level the playing field” by denying the US and its allies space-borne advantage using kinetic or cyber attacks. This threat has led to an emerging strategy for “mission assurance” and “resilience”. Facets of such a strategy include use of larger numbers of smaller satellites, disaggregating missions across multiple platforms, rapid reconstitution of satellites including on-demand launch, and providing persistent situational awareness of activities in both space and on the Earth. Enabling this strategy will require the industry to build and deliver systems faster at lower costs with performance sufficient to meet mission needs. It also requires a system-of-systems approach, recognizing that multi-intelligence tipping and cueing, advanced image and signal processing, change detection and Big Data analytics are all part of the end-to-end solution. Our customers are looking for innovative approaches to address their tough challenges and I believe SSL MDA is well positioned to meet their needs.
How is the challenge faced by the government customers impacting MDA’s US Access Plan? How is the Plan shaping up?
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هذه القصة مأخوذة من طبعة July-August 2017 من Geospatial World.
ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 9,000 مجلة وصحيفة.
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