Author: Charles Galbreath, Senior Resident Fellow for Space Studies
When: July 25, 2024 at 12:00 PM EDT
Where: Zoom
Moderated by Maj Gen Larry Stutzriem, USAF (Ret.)
Director of Research
Key Takeaways:
– SmallSats will be an essential element to deliver space superiority within the construct of Competitive Endurance
– Improvements in space domain awareness and responsible counterspace operations are possible with SmallSats
– The low cost, rapid development timelines, and versatility of SmallSats can keep the Space Force ahead of competitors and adversaries
– Changes to space acquisition, operations, and sustainment will enable the full adoption of SmallSats into the space architecture