The Pentagon needs this to permanently obtain high-resolution images of the area, regardless of weather conditions. According to the SpaceNews portal, this will allow the military to monitor movements on the battlefield and quickly and objectively assess the situation in real time.
There are technical limitations to exploring Umbra integration. In order for civilian satellites to be included in the Pentagon network, such devices must be equipped with optical communication channels that comply with Pentagon standards.
“If the study is successful, Umbra satellites will be able to transmit data directly to military ground stations, where it can be processed and analyzed along with other intelligence sources,” the SpaceNews material states.
Source: Ferra
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