Northrop Grumman graphic representation of how Hypersonic and Ballistic Tracking Space Sensor (HBTSS) satellites are meant to operate and enable targeting of enemy missiles. (Image: Northrop Grumman).
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The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) expects the first flight test using a pair of prototype space-based hypersonic sensors to occur within a week while also starting to look at a new airborne laser program.
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