US Space Force selects technical lead for orbital missile defense
The US Space Force has selected the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory as the technical lead for its new Space-Based Interceptor (SBI) program. This initiative is a critical element of the "Golden Dome" missile defense system, which was proposed by President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
The program focuses on developing a fleet of space-based interceptors designed to destroy incoming threats—including ballistic missiles and hypersonic weapons—directly from orbit. This move marks a transition from conceptual studies to a concrete development phase, aiming to establish a layered missile defense architecture through orbital capabilities.
Entities: Donald Trump · Golden Dome · Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory · Pete Hegseth · US Space Force
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- [● 4 SOURCES] The program aims to utilize a fleet of space-based interceptors to destroy incoming missiles, including ballistic and hypersonic weapons, from orbit. (US Space Force)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Space-Based Interceptor program is a component of the 'Golden Dome' missile defense system proposed by President Donald Trump. (US Space Force)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The US Space Force has selected the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory as the technical lead agent for the Space-Based Interceptor (SBI) program. (US Space Force)