A collection of articles about civilian and military use of the space domain.

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Air & Space Power

The space between alliance and self-reliance: The evolution of the Australia-US Defence space relationship

Australia leverages its geography to shape its space ties with the US and address Defence needs.
90 minutes
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Air & Space Power

Italy’s Underrated Space Program

Italy collaborates actively in space with the US, involving small and medium-sized enterprises, working on missions like the International Space Station and Artemis, indirectly supporting NATO.
14 minutes
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Air & Space Power

AIR AND SPACE POWER: COLLECTIONS

Extensive reading about air power enables military air force professionals to improve their strategic thinking, stay up-to-date with technological advancements, learn from history, understand policy and doctrine, enhance their professional development, foster critical thinking, manage risks effectively, and promote better interoperability with allies.
90 minutes
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Strategic Influence

Space as a Strategic Geography

The article discusses the growing strategic importance of space, expanding the concept of strategic geography beyond terrestrial considerations, and highlights Australia's unique position to contribute and benefit from the evolving space domain.
14 minutes
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Technology & Innovation

DARPA’s nuclear space propulsion project advances to next phase

Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) program is beginning the next phase of an experiment to assess the feasibility of nuclear-powered propulsion systems operating between the Earth and the Moon.
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Strategic Influence

Space Commander Catherine Roberts tells podcast of bullying she endured after first enlisting in the ADF

Air Vice-Marshal Cath Roberts—speaks about the unconscious bias against young women who want to join the defence force—not necessarily from the young women but from their parents.
4 minutes
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Strategic Influence

Why China and Russia scare Australia’s chief space defence officer

To effectively compete in Space AVM, Catherine Roberts, Head of Defence Space Command, argues that Australia needs the capability to disrupt enemy satellite communications and launch our own satellites.
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Air Vice-Marshal Catherine Roberts, AO, CSC, Commander of Defence Space Command, at the Defence Space Command Headquarters opening at Fairbairn in Canberra, ACT.
Air & Space Power

Royal Australian Air Force Air Vice-Marshal Catherine Roberts to become Australia's first space commander

AVM Catherine Roberts has been appointed to head Australia's new Space Divsion.
5 minutes
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Military History

75 Years Ago, A Nazi Rocket took the first photo of earth from space.

The USA used a WW2 Nazi Germany V2 rocket to take the first picture of the earth from space.
7 minutes
1923
Technology & Innovation

NASA rockets to blast off from Northern Territory in first Australian launch in 27 years

In the space agency's first launch from a commercial launch pad on foreign soil, NASA rockets will lift off from the Northern Territory to study astrophysics and planetary science only observable from the southern hemisphere.
3 minutes
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Strategic Influence

The diplomatic rift in outer space

Space infrastructure is a fundamental aspect of defence and our society in general—but it can be placed at risk due to geopolitics, strategic competition, offensive weapons, mistrust, misunderstandings, miscalculations and a diplomatic impasse.
11 minutes
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Technology & Innovation

NASA releases detailed views of DART mission smashing into asteroid from James Webb, Hubble telescopes

On Tuesday, 27 September, NASA crashed its Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) spacecraft into the asteroid Dimorphos, some 9.6 million kilometres from Earth, intending to try to change the asteroid's path.
5 minutes
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Strategic Influence

New Space Force Chief Confirmed

Lt. Gen. B. Chance Saltzman has been appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate as the new US Chief of Space Command.
4 minutes
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Technology & Innovation

This US Space Force telescope in Australia will keep tabs on unusual satellite activity

This telescope is part of the worldwide radar and telescope-based US Space Force Network. It enhances Alliance cooperation and capability reducing the likelihood of satellite sabotage or destruction.
9 minutes
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Strategic Influence

Setting Australia’s space priorities

Space is a vital part of international strategic competition—and with increasing competition from China, Australia needs to state its position and vision regarding using space from low-earth orbit to past the moon.
14 minutes
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Technology & Innovation

Space Force launch plan mirrors shift to smaller satellites

The US Space Force's plan for satellite launches reflects a shift towards smaller, more versatile satellites. In addition, the service is considering new launch technologies and providers to meet its growing demand for access to space and improve resilience against potential threats.
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Space Surveillance Telescope
Strategic Influence

Keep looking up: Australia’s next steps in space surveillance

Australia is geographically well placed to undertake the space domain awareness (SDA) mission—which could become a significant task and capability for the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
7 minutes
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Air & Space Power

Flinders University researchers developing 'space power' framework to rank countries

Dr Praino from Flinders University is leading a team that is developing tools to make it easier to measure Australia’s space power relative to other nations.
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An audience views the premiere screening of the Jarli animation at Event Cinemas in Sydney.
Air & Space Power

Space Operations Chief Emphasizes Importance of Partnerships

Chief of U.S. Space Operations Gen. Raymond focussed on the importance of partnerships—'I'm going to really work hard on cultivating partnerships,' he said, citing among others Australia.
5 minutes
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Technology & Innovation

A Starcruiser for Space Force: Thinking Through the Imminent Transformation of Spacepower.

Cheaper and more manoeuvrable spacecraft might change the way the US military operates in space.
60 minutes
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United States Air Force (USAF) C-Band Radar AN/FPS-34 used to track satellites
Technology & Innovation

Spacex Just Lost Up To 80 Percent Of Its Recently-Launched Starlink Satellites — Here's Why

A SpaceX initiative, ‘Starlink Constellation’, plans to provide satellite internet access across the entire planet; however, the company’s plans have been set back thanks to a space storm.
7 minutes
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Raytheon Australia Managing Director, Mr Michael Ward (centre right), addresses attendees at the Naval Guided Weapons Maintenance facility opening at Defence Establishment Orchid Hills at Mulgoa, near Penrith in Sydney's west.
Technology & Innovation

Read Raytheon Intelligence & Space's most popular stories of 2021

Raytheon, a major US defence contractor, lists its most popular stories for 2021.
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The asteroid Ryugu, photographed with an Optical Navigation Camera from a distance of approximately 40km away.
Technology & Innovation

James Webb space telescope takes up station a million miles from Earth

The James Webb space telescope is a quantum technological leap allowing astronomers to examine much more of the universe.
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Dr Melrose Brown and WGCDR Steven Henry - Profile images
24 September 2020
Air & Space Power

Space Explained

Use of the space domain influences our daily lives and is the new frontier for those seeking a technological advantage however, it comes with unique challenges.
Dr Cassandra Steer and Duncan Blake - Profile image
3 November 2020
Air & Space Power

Space Legal Frameworks

Exploring the philosophy behind international law on earth, as it represents nation states, is a starting point for conceiving how to regulate and represent human endeavour in the space domain.
Kerrie Dougherty and Roger Franzen - Profile
13 November 2020
Air & Space Power

History of Australia's Involvement in Space

Australia's involvement in space spans seven decades, multiple locations and development of significant space capabilities.
17 November 2020
Air & Space Power

Diversity Doesn't Need Gravity

The value and impact of diversity should be contrasted with the value and impact of homogeneity.
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Royal Australian Air Force member Leading Aircraftwoman Chantelle Bradford and Nailsworth Primary School student Lachlan enjoying the interactive experience of 'Science Alive' at Wayville Showgrounds, Adelaide.
Technology & Innovation

SpaceX test fires Starship as FAA reviews key license for first orbital launch

Regulatory approvals are now the only thing standing between Elon Musk and his company from conducting its first orbital launch.
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Victoria Samson and Dr. Cassandra Steer - Profile images
14 December 2020
Air & Space Power

International Cooperation in Space

What does International cooperation and national security look like in space.
Kerrie Dougherty and Roger Franzen - Profile
13 November 2020
Air & Space Power

History of Australia's Involvement in Space

Australia's involvement in space spans seven decades, multiple locations and development of significant space capabilities.
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Air & Space Power

Details emerge of near collision between Australian and Chinese satellites

A near-miss collision between Australian and Chinese military satellites highlight risk of increased space debris and need for collaboration to deconflict.
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