Posted on 02/20/2010 1:25:37 AM PST by ErnstStavroBlofeld
Leading Russian spacecraft producer Energia has presented a concept of a universal military satellite with offensive capabilities.
The 20-ton orbiter with a life expectancy of 10 to 15 years would be powered by a 150 to 500 kilowatt nuclear reactor and will be able to “monitor territories and airspace, provide informational superiority – including in armed conflicts – and perform target designation and traffic control. It will also be offensive-capable,” said Energia head Vitaly Lopota, as cited by ITAR-TASS news agency.
He did not specify what offensive capabilities the satellite would have; whether it will be able to target other spacecraft, ground targets, or both.
The concept goes against Russia’s voiced intention to keep space an arms-free zone. However, with several nations believed to be actively pursuing space-based or anti-satellite weapons, Energia’s design may find support among the country’s leadership
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ok a small nuclear reactor with a 10 yr lifespan if things go well.
What happens then? Do they de-orbit the platform and hopefully land it in a proper disposal site?
Destroy it upon launch... they will never be able to prove it... we have the tools.
LLS
Lol.
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