Use sensors on the two spacecraft to track ballistic missiles.
Pathfinders for Missile Defense Agency's 200 Capellite LEO connstellation.
Infrared sensors to detect heat from missile and booster plumes against earth's background; detection capability of smaller missiles; improved warning of attack by short-range missiles against U.S. and allied forces.
Infrared sensors to detect heat from missile and booster plumes against earth's background; detection capability of smaller missiles; improved warning of attack by short-range missiles against U.S. and allied forces.
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