The US Air Force Manned Orbital Laboratory: A Legacy of Innovation

The Manned Orbital Laboratory (MOL), an ambitious project by the U.S. Air Force, remains an important footnote in the history of human space exploration. This program, which ran from 1963 to 1969, aimed to develop a manned space station with a dual purpose: scientific research and military reconnaissance. Although the MOL never reached operational status, its advances and the human capital it developed made significant contributions to America’s subsequent space endeavors.

The US Air Force Manned Orbital Laboratory: A Legacy of Innovation

The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and Its Relationship to the Space Economy

The space industry has seen a tremendous surge in innovation and commercialization in recent years, with an increasing number of private companies entering the sector. The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has emerged as a key player in fostering the relationship between the defense sector and the rapidly growing space economy. This article explores the role of DIU in driving innovation and collaboration between the defense industry and the space economy.

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How U.S. Government Organizations Impact the Space Economy

The United States has an extensive network of government organizations that play critical roles in the space economy. This article provides a roadmap to those organizations.

Navigating the Cosmos: An Introduction to CelesTrak

The expansion of space activities has resulted in the need for detailed and timely space situational awareness. At the forefront of meeting this demand is CelesTrak, a renowned online resource that provides accurate orbital data and analytical tools.