Advanced Spacecraft Technology
Abstract
This program develops, integrates, and demonstrates space technologies in the areas of spacecraft payloads, spacecraft protection, spacecraft and launch vehicles, ballistic missiles, space systems survivability, and development of advanced laser communications technologies to support next generation satellite communication systems. The integrated space technologies are demonstrated by component or system level tests on the ground or in flight. This program is in Budget Activity 3, Advanced Technology Development, since it develops and demonstrates technologies for existing space system upgrades and/or new space system developments that have military utility and address warfighter needs.
Document Details
- Document Type
- R2 Budgetary Justification
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2011
- Source ID
- 0603401F_3_3600_PB_2011
- Change Summary Explanation
- The FY 2010 President's Budget submittal did not reflect FY 2011 through FY 2015 funding. A detailed explanation of changes between the two budget positions is not provided because it cannot be made in a relevant manner. Note: In FY 2010, Congress added $1.6 million for Ballistic Missile Technology, $3.2million for Domestic Manufacturing of 45nm Electronics, $2.4 million for Florida National Guard Total Force Integration, $1.36 million for Integrated Passive Electronic Components, $2.4 million for Micromachined Switches for Next Generation Modular Satellites, $2.4 million for Small Responsive Spacecraft at Low-Cost, and $2.0 million for P-Net Ballistic Missile Technology. C. Performance Metrics (U) Under Development.
- Service Agency Name
- Air Force
Entities
Organizations
- United States Air Force
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