Mitchell Institute: Dynamic Space Operations Include More than Just Refueling and Maneuver

Report: Space Force must accelerate work to field capabilities for dynamic space ops

As the space domain becomes increasingly complex, the Space Force must look beyond on-orbit refueling capabilities in its quest to enable dynamic space operations, according to a new report. The research paper, which is set to be published by the Mitchell Institute on Thursday, focuses on the much-deliberated topic of how U.S. Space Command should conduct mobility and logistics on orbit, as well as how the Space Force could develop and field cap…

From on-orbit to launch, Space Force needs more focus on dynamic space operations

Building dynamic space operations concepts will be necessary to force “flexibility,” and provide capabilities for “maneuver and surprise” on orbit, the new report by the Mitchell Institute says.

Mitchell Institute: Dynamic space operations include more than just refueling and maneuver

The Space Force needs to consider a multitude of ideas while pursuing dynamic space operations efforts, including whether or when guardians may conduct missions in space, according to a new Mitchell Institute report. DSO needs to be a focus for the Space Force, said Charles Galbreath, senior resident fellow for space studies and author of the report, adding that he hopes to see it reflected in the service’s upcoming Future Operating Environment …

Report: Space Force Must Take 'Decisive' Steps Toward Dynamic Ops

The Space Force should take bold, decisive steps—and soon—to develop the capabilities and architecture needed to support more dynamic operations in orbit and counter Chinese aggression and technological progress, according to a new report from AFA’s Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies.  The ability to repair and refuel satellites has for decades been an area of interest for the U.S. military, but never a dedicated mission. In recent years,…