Commercial Imagery Satellite Threat: How Can U.S. Forces Protect Themselves?

Abstract

Commercially available satellite imagery represents a growing threat to U.S. military operations. To mitigate this threat, the operational commander has a variety of techniques or methods to consider during planning. Some mitigation methods, such as shutter control, diplomacy, or buy-to-deny, require approval and coordination with outside agencies. Other methods, such as jamming, laser blinding, or synchronized operations, require a thoroughly integrated plan to ensure U.S. forces are protected and able to conduct planned movements without enemy interference. Camouflage, concealment, and deception efforts also need to consider the capabilities of commercial imagery platforms and be integrated into operational planning.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 09, 2004
Accession Number
ADA422750

Entities

People

  • Denette L. Sleeth

Organizations

  • Naval War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Afghanistan Conflict
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Aircrafts
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Commerce
  • Detection
  • Detectors
  • Foreign Relations
  • Military Applications
  • Military Operations
  • National Security
  • Remote Sensing
  • Satellite Imaging
  • Space Systems
  • Synthetic Aperture Radar
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Computer Vision.
  • Irregular Warfare and Special Operations Cyberspace Operations against Adversarial Threats.
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

  • Directed Energy
  • Space
  • Space - Satellites