Session
Session I: Year In Review
Location
Utah State University, Logan, UT
Abstract
The Defense Advanced Research Programs Administration (DARPA) Blackjack program, initiated with the goal of integrating advancements from the commercial sector in Low Earth Orbit (LEO), emphasizes cost savings through the miniaturization of space systems and lower launch costs. This approach aims to enhance affordability in achieving LEO orbits, with the ultimate objective of demonstrating performance comparable to current systems in geosynchronous orbit that employ longer design and development timelines.
Advancing Low Earth Orbit: Achievements and Lessons From the DARPA Blackjack Program
Utah State University, Logan, UT
The Defense Advanced Research Programs Administration (DARPA) Blackjack program, initiated with the goal of integrating advancements from the commercial sector in Low Earth Orbit (LEO), emphasizes cost savings through the miniaturization of space systems and lower launch costs. This approach aims to enhance affordability in achieving LEO orbits, with the ultimate objective of demonstrating performance comparable to current systems in geosynchronous orbit that employ longer design and development timelines.
