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Space


General Support

The General Support mission area includes functions that are broadly applicable to the support of all other military space missions. This includes headquarters functions, as well as research and technology development efforts.

United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) was activated on 23 September 1985 to consolidate all military space efforts under the direction of one CINC directly responsible to the President through the Chairman of the Joint Staff and the Secretary of Defense. USSPACECOM gives positive, centralized control over space systems, while providing a joint military operational focus for both requirements and concepts for evolving space systems. USSPACECOM is headquartered at Peterson AFB, CO, near Colorado Springs, CO. As a result of the formation of USSPACECOM, operational command of U.S. military space assets will be similar to that of tanks, ships and aircraft, with a joint operational focus for requirements and concepts for evolving space systems. The activation of the United States Space Command put the infrastructure in place that allows the Department of Defense to consolidate and integrate Department of Defense space forces into a single, joint military organization.

The Air Force Space Command (AFSPACECOM) is the oldest and largest of the three US Space Command component commands. AFSPACECOM provides the bulk of the forces and resources to accomplish the assigned warfighting missions of USSPACECOM. As an Air Force major command, AFSPACECOM organizes, trains, equips, sustains, and operates assigned Air Force resources. Assigned resources include personnel, missile warning radar and infrared systems, space surveillance radar and optical systems, satellite command and control systems, and space launch resources. AFSPACECOM was established 1 September 1982, and is headquartered at Peterson AFB, Colorado.

The Naval Space Command (NAVSPACECOM) was established to consolidate the Department of the Navy's existing activities and organizations that operate and maintain naval space systems to support the fleet and other agencies. This strengthened operational control and provided a central focal point for naval space matters. NAVSPACECOM was established 1 October 1983 and is headquartered at Dahlgren, Virginia.

The recently established U.S. Army Space and Strategic Defense Command (USASSDC)combines elements of the U.S. Army Strategic Defense Command (USASDC) and the U.S. Army Space Command (ARSPACE). The USASSDC serves as the Army component of the multi-service U.S. Space Command through its Colorado Springs, Colo. offices; manages the Army's strategic defense research and development activities for the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) Organization from facilities in Huntsville, Ala.: and operates the U.S. Army Kwajalein Atoll (USAKA) in the Central Pacific as a National Test Range.

A - Army

63006A Command, Control and Communications Advanced Technology

Project D492 - Space Technology Integration(1)

This project develops computer and communication systems in common hardware software format to support battlefield decision making for the five battlefield functional areas of maneuver, air defense, fire support, intelligence and combat service support. These efforts support the evolving requirements of the Army Tactical Communication and Control (ATCCS) whose goal is automated real time information transfer.

Space unique experiments recent accomplishments include fabrication of micro-encapsulation experiment flight hardware, fabrication, qualification and flight of space (micro-gravity) tissue loss experiment, and instrument level flight qualification testing for STAR TRACKER experiment.

Tactical Space System Lightsat recent accomplishments include preparation for manifested flight of STAR TRACKER attitude azimuth unit, initiation of research in technologies designed to enhance Tactical Satellite (TACSAT) payload capabilities, such as High-Density Power and high interest threat signals, and continued research in technologies designed to enhance TACSAT payload capabilities, such as acousto-optic tunable filters, uncooled infrared sensors and detection of chemical/biological agents. This effort is transitioning technology-based capabilities for enhanced TACSAT payloads, and demonstrating exploitation capabilities for remotely-sensed data to support Army missions.

The Military Man in Space effort has continued support for space experimentation.

The Space Asset Utilization effort continues development of software for real-time automated revision of Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield template, has obtained Program Manager MLRS funding and support for proof-of-principle efforts for Azimuth Determining System (ADS), and continues efforts to transition ADS to Program Manager MLRS. This effort has also demonstrated a prototype system for fusing weather and doctrinal information as part of the weather/terrain Automatic Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield Templates activity, and continues research to integrate real time weather/terrain data sources into tactical decision aids (TDA) processes. Research is continuing for integration of real time weather/terrain data sources into TDAs, and demonstration of the use of GPS azimuth on self propelled howitzers Continue integration of space/terrestrial sources into Electronic Support Module (ESM).

The Communications effort included participation in the DARPA Lightsat User Coordination Group, which successfully launched a UHF communications satellite using the Pegasus launch vehicle, as well as Army participation in NASA's Advanced Communications Technology Satellite Program (ACTS).

Work is performed by US Army Corps of Engineers Engineer Topographic Laboratories, Fort Belvoir, VA; US Army Surgeon General Medical Research and Development Command, Fort Detrick, MD; US Army Laboratory Command Atmospheric Sciences Laboratory, White Sands, NM; National Aeronautics and Space Administration; Contractors - Applied Physics Laboratory of John Hopkins University, Columbia, MD; Perkin Elmer, Norwalk, CN.

This program adheres to Tri-Service Reliance Agreements on Communications Command and Control and Space with oversight provided by the Joint Directors of Laboratories.

B - Navy

12498N Management Headquarters (Space Command)(2)

Personnel authorizations, peculiar and support equipment, necessary facilities and specifically identified and measurable to Space Command Headquarters. Excludes non-Management Headquarters resources and WWMCCS ADP.

65861N RDT&E Navy, Laboratory & Facilities Management Support

Project X1368 Naval Space Systems Management Support

Personnel authorizations, peculiar and support equipment, necessary facilities and specifically identified and measurable to Naval Research Laboratory. Excludes non-Management Headquarters resources and WWMCCS ADP.

C - Air Force

12498F Management Headquarters (Space Command)(3)

Personnel authorizations, peculiar and support equipment, necessary facilities and specifically identified and measurable to Space Command Headquarters. Excludes non-Management Headquarters resources and WWMCCS ADP.

62302F Rocket Propulsion and Astronautics Technology

Project 2864, Space Vehicles Technology(4)

This Science and Technology (S&T) program element (PE) develops rocket propulsion and space vehicle technology. This program conducts exploratory development to transition the most promising technologies into component and subsystem applications to demonstrate feasibility and potential payoffs. Technologies of interest are those which will improve reliability, operability, survivability, affordability, environmental compatibility, and performance of future propulsion systems. Technologies which are demonstrated to have significant payoff in this program are transitioned to Space and Missile Rocket Propulsion (PE 0603302F) or Advanced Spacecraft Technology (PE 0603401F) where they are further developed for transition to specific space or missile systems.

Project 2864, Space Vehicles Technology: This project develops advanced technologies for spacecraft structures and control, power and thermal management, space materials application, and space vehicle operations technologies. These technologies increase performance, enhance survivability, improve reliability, improve operational flexibility, and reduce weight and life cycle costs of Air Force space vehicle systems. These technologies will also improve U.S competitiveness in the international space launch marketplace.

This project is managed by the Phillips Laboratory Space and Missiles Directorate, Kirtland AFB, NM. The major contractors are: Harris Corporation, Melbourne, FL, McDonnell Douglas Space Systems, Huntington Beach, CA- Boeing Aerospace Seattle, WA; Martin Marietta Astronautics, Denver, CO- and TRW Missiles Systems, Redondo Beach, CA.

63410F Space Systems Environmental Interaction(7)

Project 2821 Space Systems Design and Test Standards

Project 2822 Space Environmental Impact Tests

Project 2823 Space Hazards Mitigation

This Science and Technology program develops, for space flight, advanced technology investigations that provide demonstrated, cost-effective solutions to mitigate hazardous space environmental interactions that degrade spacecraft operations. The information gained through these programs is directly transferred to operational users in the form of new and revised military standards (MIL-STDs), and computer-aided engineering (CAE) and assessment (CAA) tools. Advanced technology products include: (1) an autonomous active charge control system (CCS) to prevent charge buildup on high-altitude spacecraft; (2) a compact environmental anomaly sensor (CEASE) to provide warning to satellites of space-environmental conditions likely to cause anomalous operations; (3) new CAA tools for spacecraft mission assessment and space object identification based on optical measurements of effluent and other environmental interactions; and (4) improved specifications for advanced solar array technologies. The program's objective is to improve Air Force space systems survivability and reliability and expedite the transfer of new technology into planned military capabilities.

Project ?821 Space Systems Design and Test Standards integrates the results of experiments conducted under Project 2822, Space Environmental Impact Tests, into useful analysis tools for Air Force space systems operators and designers. Results are used to improve engineering design guidelines- and test standards, develop new radiation models and microelectronic test standards, and to enhance computer algorithm codes/models to aid in the analysis of environment-induced effects on spacecraft systems.

This project is managed by Air Force Materiel Command's Phillips Laboratory, Geophysics Directorate, Hanscom AFB, MA. The main contractors performing the work are: S-Cubed, Inc., La Jolla, CA; University of Chicago, Chicago, IL.; Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA; and Lockheed Palo Alto Research Laboratory, Palo Alto, CA.

Project 2822, Space Environmental Impact Tests: In order to effectively counter adverse spacecraft-environment interactions, in-space demonstrations must be conducted to understand how new materials and technologies are affected by space. Much still remains unknown on the exact interaction mechanisms that cause thermal insulators and optical sensor deterioration, and deep-dielectric charging arcs that can cause spurious signals and upsets in microelectronics. Optical measurements from the ground and space provide characteristic signatures of spacecraft activities such as thruster firings as well as signatures of effluent which can be utilized for mission assessment. The project's technical programs will result in: (1) significant improvements in the technology base by developing space instrumentation that will measure hazards posed by the natural environment; (2) increased operational performance, longer lifetimes, and enhanced reliability of advanced space systems; and (3) an earlier capability to withstand the adverse effects of the space environment.

This project is managed by the Air Force Materiel Command's Phillips Laboratory, Geophysics Directorate, Hanscom AEB, MA. The main contractors are: AMPTEK Inc., Bedford, MA; John Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, Laurel, MD; and Spectral Sciences, Inc., Burlington, MA.

Project 2823, Space Hazards Mitigation: The Air Force needs the capability to prevent electrical charge buildup and the resulting disabling discharges on its operational satellites. For high altitude and geosynchronous spacecraft, a Charge Control System (CCS) has been developed. The system is being integrated aboard a Defense Satellite Communications Satellite (DSCS) to validate the concept of autonomous active charge control and to baseline the prototype engineering design. For low/medium orbit satellites, a Compact Environmental Anomaly Sensor (CEASE) is being designed and developed to provide warnings on space conditions likely to produce anomalous behavior.

This project is managed by Air Force Materiel Command's Phillips Laboratory, Geophysics Directorate, Hanscom AFB, MA. The two primary contractors are: AMPTEK, Inc., Bedford, MA; and Assurance Technology Corp., Carlisle, MA.

63437F HAVE DJINN

This is a special access program. Details available on a need-to-know basis. Excludes civilian and military manpower and their related costs and military construction costs which are included in appropriate management, and support elements in this program.

[ Although the programmatic content of the Air Force Materiel Command line item is unidentified, from its proximity to other space-related line items it is apparently a space program of some description. ]

64227F Training Systems Development

Project 4156 - AFSPACECOM Training Development(8)

This is a continuing program element for development of aircrew and maintenance training techniques and devices. Objectives are to adapt simulation technology and standards developed in the laboratories and industry to satisfy MAJCOM training requirements, and to develop prototype training devices. New program starts include the AFSPACECOM and USAFA Training Development programs in FY94.

Project 4156 - AFSPACECOM Training Development consists of Training System Requirements Analyses to refine AFSPACECOM requirements for training systems and/or devices. The training systems and devices span all areas of AFSPACECOM missions; launch base operations, satellite command and control, surveillance, and early warning.

Recent activities include Award of contract (27 Apr 92) for Training System Requirements Analysis (TSRA) for Launch Base Operations, and completion System Requirements Review (SRR) and Program Management Review (PMR) #1. Other ongoing activities include TSRA for Milstar and NAVSTAR GPS programs.

The Training Systems SPO, ASC, Wright Patterson AFB, OH, manages this effort. FY 92 work was performed by ECC International Corp, Wayne, PA.

64759F Major Test & Evaluation Investment(9)

Project 3285 Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC)

Project 3120 Air Force Development Test Center (AFDTC)

Project 2880 4950th Test Wing

This program ensures that the test and evaluation technology at Air Force test locations r as part of the Department of Defense (DOD) Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) is compatible with the systems they are required to teat. This program provides planning improvements and modernization for test capabilities at four (three starting in FY94 as the 4950TW transfers to AFFTC) MRTFB locations (4950TW, AEDC, AFFTC, and AFDTC). When the 4950TW effort transfers to BPAC 3620 (AFFTC), the Developmental Manufacturing and Modification Facility (DMMF) mission will remain at Wright-Patterson AFB under BPAC 4285. The fluctuations in the funding at these locations are the result of changing priorities in the improvement and modernization requirements as defined through the AF Test Investment Planning, Programming (TIPP) process and documented in the Air Force Test Investment Strategic Plan (TISP). A1BO all projects have been reviewed through the tri-Service Reliance effort (to communicate Air Force efforts to the other services and avoid unwarranted duplication of effort) and are documented in the Test Capability Master Plans (TCMP). Further, each specific project has its own planning, development, equipment acquisition/facility construction, equipment installation, and checkout phases which often requires significant differences in funding from one year to the next. As such, the changes in funding from year to year do not necessarily indicate program growth but rather a planned phasing of improvement and modernization efforts. The test capabilities at these centers enable testing through all phases of weapon system acquisition from system concept exploration through component and full scale integrated weapon system testing to operational testing. These four test centers have over SlOB worth of unique test facilities/capabilities. They are a national asset operated and maintained by the Air Force for DOD test and evaluation missions, but they are available to others having a requirement for their unique capabilities.

Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC), Arnold AFB, TN, provides ground environmental test support for DOD aeronautical, missile, and space programs. The center has 23 active test cells providing: aerodynamic testing of scale model aircraft, missile, and space systems; testing of large and full-scale satellites, sensors, and space vehicles in a simulated space environment; altitude environmental testing for aircraft, missile, and spacecraft propulsion systems; and testing of large-scale models such as space boosters together with their propulsion systems. The Large Rocket Test Facility (J-6) will enable safe testing of solid propellant rocket motors at simulated altitude conditions. MILCON funding provides for construction while funds in this project provide for the testing and activation of the actual J-6 facility. The J-3 Engine Test Cell modification program will enable testing of next generation cruise missile engines through the upgrade of existing capabilities. The Improved Ballistic Range program provides critical soft launch ballistic capability. The C-Cell Data Acquisition and Processing System provides processing capability for advanced turbine engine testing on programs such as F-22 and NASP. The current system is available only part of the time due to frequent breakdowns, non-availability of spare parts. This results in increased program costs and schedule delays. The Test Unit Support Systems (TUSS) project replaces antiquated control systems with automatic control systems in jet engine and rocket engine test facilities to improve efficiency. Starting in FY94, the Engine Test Facility will be upgraded to support fighter engine testing and the J-4 rocket test cell will be upgraded to support liquid rocket motor testing.

The Air Force Development Test Center (AFDTC), located at Eglin AFB, FL, conducts and supports developmental test and evaluation and operational test and evaluation of non nuclear air armaments, electronic combat systems, and target acquisition and weapon delivery systems; provides a climatic simulation capability; and determines target/test item electronic signatures. The Preflight Integration of Munitions and Electronic Systems (PRIMES) provides the instrumentation to conduct preflight checkout of total integrated weapon systems in a secure anechoic chamber. The Guided Weapon Evaluation Facility (GWEF) provides a full spectrum, multifunctional seeker/sensor laboratory test capability for all guided weapons. The Advanced Airborne Test Instrumentation System (AATIS) builds on the Airborne Test Instrumentation (ATI) project and will be completed under the Common Airborne Instrumentation System Integration and Support (CAIS I&S) project (managed by the AFFTC). AATIS fills the gap between older airborne data acquisition systems and the "common" data acquisition system of the future (CAIS). Seeker T&E provides ground and airborne test instrumentation support for infrared (IR), millimeter wave (MMW), and laser weapon RDT&E programs. The Armament Systems Test Environment (ASTE) Range Systems effort upgrades instrumentation of the major data collection systems supporting munitions test requirements. The Electromagnetic Test Environment (EMTE) Range Systems modernizes instrumentation which supports the electronic combat and munitions test requirements. Mission Control/Data Analysis provides for real-time central mission control and analysis. GPS Range Systems will provide a major improvement for Time-Space-Position-Information (TSPI) at all MRTFB locations and specifically at the Eglin ranges for munitions testing. These projects ensure test center technology is compatible with weapon systems to be tested such as AMRAAM, MMW MAVERICK, AGM-130, Sensor Fused Weapon, JTIDS, JSTARS, Silent Attack Warning System etc. The Climatic Test Facility modernization of instrumentation and environmental capabilities supports the major upgrade which will extend its useful life to 2015.

The 4950 Test Wing, Aeronautical Systems Center, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, performs flight testing of aircraft and airborne systems and supports space vehicle tracking for the AF, other DOD agencies, and NASA. Staging out of the US and overseas bases, the Advanced Range Instrumentation Aircraft (ARIA) provide telemetry support for NASA and DOD missile launches. The Cruise Missile Mission Control Aircraft (CMMCA) will support cruise missile and RPV testing. The CMMCA project funds development of critical Software Development System (SDS) and spares necessary for initial maintenance of CMMCA aircraft. The Integrated Data Facility (IDF) consists of a ground-based laboratory module, a real-time test data monitoring module, and a module for improved data computation and analysis. The IDF enables secure data processing and software modifications necessary for conduct of ARIA, CMMCA, and Advanced Radar Test Bed (ARTB) missions. IDF is the link between the 495OTW aircraft and the host base data processing system; therefore, the completed IDF will move to Edwards AFB to help beddown the 4950TW aircraft. ARIA Scoring Systems aircraft modification, which includes the Sonobuoy Missile Impact Location System (SMILS), an optical tracking system, and the Meteorological Evaluation Test System (METS) will enable accurate measurements of DOD missile launches as well as precise determination of reentry vehicle impact position/time during ballistic missile testing.

65301F Space and Missile Test Center SAMTEC(10)

Includes personnel authorizations, peculiar and support equipment, necessary facilities and the associated costs specifically identified and measurable to the following: resources for the continued operation and improvement of the Air Force Space and Missile Test Center which is made up of range (Western Test Range) and test (6595th Aerospace Test Wing) elements. The Western Test Range portion provides range data acquisition and flight safety support for all ballistic missile and space system launches from Vandenberg AFB, California. The 6595th ATW conducts launch operations at both Vandenberg AFB and Cape Kennedy AFS, Florida, for assigned missile and space system programs. Excludes procurement of missiles and electronic systems and all Defense Communications System (DCS) and non-DCS communications resources.

65708F NAV/RADAR/SLED-TRACK(11)

Project 06TG 46th Test Group Support

Project 688G Aircraft Navigation System Verification

This program element is an Air Force RDT&E Test Infrastructure account which provides direct support to the DOD test mission for the 46th Test Group at Holloman AFB NM. This infrastructure support provides minimum necessary support to keep the doors open for three major test facilities, High Speed Test Track (HSTT), Central Inertial Guidance Test Facility (CIGTF), and Radar Target Scatter (RATSCAT) facility. This PE also provides minor improvement upgrades to the RATSCAT facility.

The 46th Test Group, a tenant organization at Holloman AFB, NM, is part of the Department of Defense (DOD) Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB). This PE funds test infrastructure overhead support including: command and supervisory staffs; supply stocks upkeep, refurbishment, repair, and replacement of non-repairable or obsolete test equipment; test infrastructure for data collection, transmission, reduction, and analysis; civilian salaries, utilities, temporary duty travel, support contract costs for hardware and software engineering and maintenance; and minor improvement and modernization projects. The unique capabilities of the 46th Test Group include the High Speed Test Track (HSTT), Central Inertial guidance Test Facility (CIGTF), and the Radar Target Scatter (RATSCAT) facility. Project 688G directly funds DOD-chartered testing of Inertial Navigation Systems. Funding from this PE supports test operations, maintenance, improvement, modernization, and personnel in three major areas.

(1) The High Speed Test Track (HSTT) is the designated DOD reliance lead for test track and performs rocket sled testing of DOD aircraft ejection systems, explosive warheads, impact and lethality effects, guidance systems, and other tests requiring realistic simulations of acceleration or high velocity environments, including rain and particle erosion. Upgrade efforts are underway to enable the sled track to support full-scale live fire testing of aircraft.

(2) The Central Inertial Guidance Test Facility (CIGTF) is chartered to test integrated navigational aids, such as Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers, stellar trackers for aircraft, and is the Responsible Test Organization (RTO) for field tests of GPS user equipment. The CIGTF is the lead organization for testing Inertial Navigation Systems (INS) used ln DOD aircraft and weapon systems. Performance and reliability of these systems is evaluated in unique one-of-a-kind precision test beds that are only available at Holloman AFB. CIGTF combined with the HSTT is the only DOD test agency capable of verifying the reliability of the nations ICBM guidance systems. CIGTF is located at the most seismically quiet location within the nation and therefore is capable of performing ultra low noise type tests for its customers.

65806F Space Division Support(12)

Personnel authorizations, peculiar and support equipment, necessary facilities and specifically identified and measurable to Space Division. Excludes non-Management Headquarters resources and WWMCCS ADP.

65807F Test and Evaluation Support

Project 06UC 4950th Test Wing (4950 TW)(13)

The Test and Evaluation (T&E) Support program provides resources to operate the Air Force test activities which are included in the Department of Defense (DOD) Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB). The MRTFB is a national asset which is operated and maintained primarily for DOD test and evaluation missions, but is also available to other users (other government agencies, commercial industry, and foreign customers) having requirements for its unique capabilities. Test facilities/capabilities operated through this program include wind tunnels, rocket and jet engine test cells, space environmental simulation chambers, armament test ranges, climatic test facilities, avionics test facilities, aircraft test beds, dry lakebed landing sites, and instrumented test ranges. T&E Support funds test infrastructure overhead activities including: command and supervisory staffs; supply stocks; upkeep, refurbishment, repair, and replacement of worn or obsolete test equipment; test infrastructure for data collection, transmission, reduction, and analysis; civilian salaries utilities; temporary duty travel; support contract costs for hardware and software engineering and maintenance; and minor improvement and modernization projects.

The T&E Support Project at the 4950th Test Wing, Aeronautical Systems Center, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, provides the test infrastructure overhead support for flight tests of aircraft and airborne systems; and supports space vehicle data tracking for Air Force Space Command (AFSPACECOM), other DOD agencies, and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) The Wing operates Air Force Material Command's large testbed aircraft and flight test aircraft modification facility and provides limited manufacturing support, on a non-interference basis with research and development, to Air Force and other Department of Defense components through the use of computer aided design/computer aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM). Flight tests-range from evaluations of electronic systems such as radar, navigation, and Command, Control and Communications to aerodynamic and structural evaluations of highly modified RDT&E aircraft. Staging out of US and overseas bases, the Advanced Range Instrumentation Aircraft (ARIA) fleet of eight aircraft provide telemetry support for the NASA and DOD missile launches. In addition, this PE funds the

4950TW's overhead costs for checkout, training and currency flying for aircrews supporting the test mission. Funding also supports a government work force of 838 civilians responsible for maintaining 4950th TW's role as center of expertise in avionics sub-systems, CAD/CAM, and testing commercial aircraft.

65898F Space Division HQ(14)

Personnel authorizations, peculiar and support equipment, necessary facilities and specifically identified and measurable to Space Division. Excludes non-Management Headquarters resources and WWMCCS ADP.

D - Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency

61101E Space Nuclear Power

This project supports the work of the Tri-agency (DARPA/NASA/DOE) SP-100 Space Nuclear Power Program Office, which is developing a 100 KW range space nuclear reactor.

63226E EE-27 Advanced Technology Development (LIGHTSAT)(15)

The Advanced Space Technology Program (ASTP) is aimed at enhancing access to space and reducing the cost of space systems. The ASTP has several components, including satellite subsystems and payload technology, and several advanced technology demonstrations (ATDs) supporting the DDR&E Global Surveillance and Communications thrust.

Enabling subsystem technology developments include autonomous navigation, attitude control, power sources, and other lightweight components. These form the foundation for development of a scalable, high-performance Advanced Technology Standard Satellite Bus (ATSSB) providing improved payload mass fraction and a simplified bolt-on interface to support operationally useful advanced payloads in a wide range of orbits at greatly reduced cost and acquisition time.

ARPA is beginning the brassboard development phases of two possible demonstration payloads. Both these payloads can be integrated into the ATSSB for space demonstrations.

ASTEC - Extremely High Frequency (EHF) lower cost communications technology will be developed to support the ASD/C3I MILSATCOM modernization decision. The emphasis is to reduce the system acquisition costs and time-to-market of future advanced communications satellites.

CAMEO - An affordable, robust, hyper-spectral/multi-spectral sensor technology will be developed and assessed. Thee intent is to service a number of DoD and commercial users with a minimal set of sensor assets. These technologies could be integrated into a payload and launched in time to satisfy the National Landsat Policy act which mandates an Advanced Technology Demonstration in space by 1997.

IMPACT - The Insertion into MILSATCOM Products of Advanced Communications Technology program will apply advanced technologies to reduce the life-cycle cost of the MILSATCOM terminal segment by reducing size, weight and power consumption while increasing reliability and performance.

Work is performed by Phillips Laboratory, Kirtland AFB, NM; Rome Laboratory, Rome, NY; Air Force Space & Missiles Systems Center, Los Angeles AFB, CA; and Communications and Electronics Command, Ft. Monmouth, NJ. Contractors include Space Applications Corp, Vienna, VA; Honeywell, Minneapolis, MN; Hughes Space and Communications, Los Angeles, CA; MIT Lincoln Laboratory, Lexington, MA.

E - Defense Nuclear Agency

62715H Aerospace System Vulnerability (part)

This project supports research and development of the evaluation effects of nuclear weapons on aerospace systems, including the DOD portion of the join DOE/DOD nuclear weapons testing programs, for the assessment of the survivability and security of military space systems against hostile action. It includes execution of underground nuclear weapons effects test events, non-nuclear simulation of nuclear weapons effects test events, and operation of nuclear weapon effects simulation facilities. It also supports evaluation of the survivability and security of military space systems and the identification of alternative technological solutions for present and expected problems.

F - Director of Operational Test & Evaluation

64941D Space System Test Capabilities

This program element provides direct support to the OSD Director of Operational Test & Evaluation to DOD develop and maintain test infrastructure for the operational test and evaluation of space systems.

References

1. Department of the Army, Supporting Data Amended FY 1992 / FY 1993 Biennial Budget Estimate, Descriptive Summaries of the Research, Development, Test & Evaluation Army Appropriation, January 1992, page 259.

2. Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense (Comptroller), The Five Year Defense Program; Book 1 FYDP Program Structure, DoD 7045.7-H, August 1984, page 1-28.

3. Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense (Comptroller), The Five Year Defense Program; Book 1 FYDP Program Structure, DoD 7045.7-H, August 1984, page 1-28.

4. Department of the Air Force, Supporting Data for Fiscal Year 1994, Budget Estimate Submission: Descriptive Summaries, Research, Development, Test & Evaluation, April 1993, page 288.

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15. Advanced Research Projects Agency, FY1994 Congressional Submission, RDT&E Descriptive Summaries, April 1993, no pagination.

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