The U.S. Army is a branch of the U.S. military that plays a significant role in space, primarily as a major user of space-based capabilities. It relies on satellite communications, GPS, and missile warning systems to support terrestrial operations. The Army's Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) operates the 1st Space Brigade, which utilizes satellites and space technology for communication, intelligence, and force protection, working with partners like the U.S. Space Force. Key activities include space operations, missile defense, and developing space-related technologies for future warfare. Associated keywords: satellite communications, missile defense, space operations, intelligence, GPS, USASMDC.
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Before becoming a taikonaut, Zhang Lu served in the People’s Liberation Army Air Force.
Zhang Zhiyuan achieved the rank of Colonel in the People’s Liberation Army Air Force.
Zhu Yangzhu achieved the rank of Colonel in the People’s Liberation Army.
Before becoming a taikonaut, Zhang Zhiyuan served as a pilot in the People’s Liberation Army Air Force and held the rank of Colonel.
Before becoming a taikonaut, Zhu Yangzhu worked as an Associate Professor of aerospace engineering in the People’s Liberation Army and held the rank of Colonel.
The partnership includes multiorbit product delivery to the U.S. Army and the U.S. Air Force.
Before becoming a taikonaut, Zhang Lu served in the People’s Liberation Army Air Force and reached the rank of Senior Colonel.
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. received a follow-on order from the U.S. Army to sustain and upgrade Satellite Transportable Terminal units.
The U.S. Army’s Satellite Transportable Terminal service contract with Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. began in April 2025 and is valued at $23 million over multiple years.
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. secured multi-million dollar awards from the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. Army, and a European Ministry of Defense.
The U.S. Army is moving to the next phase of work on a future replacement for the Stinger missile.
Janet Petro began her career as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army after graduating from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in 1981.
Before becoming a taikonaut, Zhang Lu served in the People’s Liberation Army Air Force and reached the rank of Senior Colonel.
The onboard AI on Mission Drishti reduces the time required to convert raw imagery into actionable insights for the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
The People’s Liberation Army is developing proliferated low Earth orbit constellations for resilient communications, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and AI-enabled command and control systems.
Captain Alan T. Dugger is a United States Army Space Operations Officer and an assistant professor of military science at the University of California, Davis.
Before becoming a taikonaut, Zhang Lu served in the People’s Liberation Army Air Force and reached the rank of Senior Colonel.
U.S. Space Command is learning lessons on maneuver warfare from other military services, including the Army.
The U.S. Army awarded ICON a $62.8 million contract in December to 3D-print barracks at Fort Bliss, Texas.
The U.S. Army awarded ICON a $67.9 million contract to build infrastructure at Fort Polk, Louisiana.