Space surveillance of satellites ar GEO.
Expected to be operational before GEO 1.
Defect in communications system; still has not entered service as of 2013. Uses infrared sensors to detect and track missile launches; equipped with both scanning and staring instruments. Will eventually replace DSP system.
Use sensors on the two spacecraft to track ballistic missiles.
Pathfinders for Missile Defense Agency's 200 Capellite LEO connstellation.
Demonstration program designed to collect infrared images of terrestrial backgrounds and analyze them to assess the detectability of ballistic missiles during their powered phase. It will pave the way for a future ballistic missile warning system.
Demonstration program designed to collect infrared images of terrestrial backgrounds and analyze them to assess the detectability of ballistic missiles during their powered phase. It will pave the way for a future ballistic missile warning system.
