General Atomics Demos Autonomy Software in Avenger UAV Flight Test
General Atomics' aeronautical systems business tested an autonomy software engine during a flight test for the Avenger unmanned aerial vehicle in October.
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in NewsKratos’ Frank Backes on Emerging Virtual Trainers for Space-Based Combat Environments
Frank Backes, senior vice president for federal space business at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, has noted that the military and industry are working to identify threats to space systems, National Defense Magazine reported Monday.
in NewsBlue Origin Continues Testing of BE-7 Lunar Lander Engine Ahead of Artemis Mission
Blue Origin has commenced the latest series of assessments for the company's BE-7 engine that will power a human landing system for the Artemis mission to the moon.
in Contract Awards, NewsUS Geological Survey Taps Dewberry to Update Alaska Hydrography Coverage
Dewberry has received a task order of an undisclosed sum under the Geospatial and Services Contract 3 vehicle to help the U.S. Geological Service expand elevation-derived hydrography coverage in Alaska by 9,880 square miles.
in NewsJacobs-NASA Team Enters Space Launch System Booster’s Integration Phase
NASA has received the first Solid Rocket Booster segment for its Space Launch System and Jacobs has begun the stacking and integration of the system boosters at Kennedy Space Center in Florida in preparation for the agency's Artemis I mission.
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NASA Seeks Commercial Providers to Launch Cubesat for Planetary Research Demo Mission
NASA has released a sources sought notice calling on launch providers that can send a cube satellite to highly elliptical orbit as part of a demonstration mission on phenomena occurring in the Earth’s outer radiation belt.
Army Seeks Info on JTAARS Supply Drone Concepts
The U.S. Army has asked industry for information on supply drone concepts as part of the Joint Tactical Autonomous Aerial Resupply System program. A notice published Thursday on the beta SAM website says the service is seeking a first unit equipped supply drone that could demonstrate operational capability at technology readiness level 6, could be ready for use by 2026 and could comply with regulations of the Federal Aviation Administration and the International Civil Aviation Organization.
in Executive Moves, NewsAccenture Nominates Beth Mooney to Join Board of Directors; Julie Sweet Quoted
Accenture has nominated Beth Mooney, former KeyCorp CEO, for election to the board of directors at the company’s annual general meeting of shareholders on Feb. 3, 2021. “Beth brings exceptionally deep knowledge of the financial services industry from her 40-year career in banking, as well as a valuable perspective from her service on the boards of other large, global public companies,†said Julie Sweet, Accenture’s CEO.
in M&A Activity, NewsBy Light Acquires Raydon to Expand Military Training Offerings; Bob Donahue Quoted
By Light Professional IT Services has acquired Raydon Corporation, a supplier of virtual, adaptable integrated military training technology. "Raydon will enable By Light to provide end-to-end solutions in support of the Army's virtual training, ultimately advancing warfighter proficiency with an extremely high transfer of skills from simulation to live engagement," said Bob Donahue, founder and CEO of By Light.Â
Space Force Announces Operational Acceptance of Fourth Lockheed-Made GPS III Satellite
The fourth Lockheed Martin-made satellite under the U.S. Space Force's GPS III constellation effort has gained operational acceptance earlier than usual, C4ISRnet reported Thursday. The GPS III Space Vehicle 04 satellite launched last month and supports the implementation of the M-Code military GPS signal.
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Viasat Equips Small Radio Device With Link 16 Crypto Modernization Capability
A Viasat-made terminal now accommodates cryptography-protected Link 16 communications in support of operations across ground, aerial and maritime domains. The KOR-24A small tactical terminal has been fitted with Link 16 cryptographic modernization capability that facilitates secure access to important information, Viasat said Thursday.
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HHS Posts RFI for Commercial Cloud Hosting Services
The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking information on cloud hosting options to migrate and field services in a bid to support public health emergency response activities.