ATLAS Space Operations, Inc., a leading innovator in ground communications for the space industry, has announced an agreement to develop its LINKS platform with the Department of Defense's Defense Innovation Unit (DIU).

The competitively awarded rapid prototyping program will run for 12 months, and will deliver a complete satellite communications platform tailored to the Air Force's Multi-Band Multi-Mission requirements, as outlined by the Space and Missile Systems Center's Range and Network Systems Division.

The resulting platform will provide several key advantages that have proven challenging for traditional antenna equipment, including the ability to communicate with multiple satellites simultaneously, tracking of resident space objects (RSOs), and providing enhanced telemetry data to ascending launch vehicles.

The man-portable LINKS platform will increase capacity, flexibility, interoperability, automation and resiliency of space operations and space lift.

Upon completion of the program, ATLAS will hold demonstrations to highlight LINKS' innovative features, cutting edge design, and multi-mission capabilities to the DIU. The demonstrations will be held at Schriever Air Force Base in Colorado Springs.

"Working directly with the Air Force will ensure LINKS' capabilities precisely meet their requirements," ATLAS CEO Sean McDaniel said. "This development process and adherence to the Air Force's high standards will ultimately lead to a product that will easily meet or exceed the requirements of the commercial sector down the road."

ATLAS Space Operations will be at SATELLITE 2019 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. from May 6-9, at booth 2142. There, attendees can learn more about this development partnership.

ATLAS industry experts will also be on hand to discuss the latest trends in ground communications, including technology, security and the new space economy. To book interviews, please use the contact information below.

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