Operational Art/Operational Maneuver Groups in Space: Conceptualizing a Potential Russian Approach
Abstract
This article considers Russias potential use of operational art in space for three reasons. First, Russian Defense Minister Shoygu has called aerospace the new center of gravity for future conflicts. Second, Russias military is testing how to maneuver satellites to conduct space operations, since destroying the enemys group of satellites and depriving him of communications, navigation, and reconnaissance capabilities determines victory today in the militarys opinion. Finally, Russian analysts expect the emergence of new forms of military operations in near space to defeat orbital alignments of forces, suppress radio communication systems in space, and block orbital alignments of forces and means in specific areas.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 2019
- Accession Number
- AD1157068
Entities
People
- Timothy L. Thomas
Organizations
- MITRE Corporation