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The US Army has announced the selection of ten defense companies to participate in a competition to develop the innovative Persistent Surveillance System – Tethered (PSS-T) program. This $4.2billion project aims to create the next generation of lighter-than-air reconnaissance balloons. The program is designed for 10 years and is designed to provide the military with advanced monitoring and surveillance technologies.
Among the participants of the competition were such well-known companies as Raytheon, QinetiQ, Skyship Services, Advanced Technology Systems and Thunderbolt. They were joined by Leidos, Elevated Technologies, Mission Solutions Group, TCOM and Tyonek Technical Services. Each of these firms has unique competencies in designing, integrating systems, and supporting balloon missions, making them key players in the implementation of this initiative.
The goal of PSS-T is to develop balloons that can effectively perform the tasks of continuous monitoring of territories, providing real-time data. These systems will become an important element in ensuring security and operational control on the ground. Lighter-than-air balloons have a number of advantages over other surveillance platforms, including long battery life and relatively low cost of operation.
The project is expected to include several stages: from conceptual design to testing and deployment of ready-made systems. The participants of the competition will present their proposals for improving the characteristics of balloons, such as altitude, platform stability and sensor equipment capabilities.
Experts point out that the development of surveillance technologies using balloons could be a turning point for the US Army. This will strengthen the country's position in the field of intelligence and provide new standards for monitoring enemy territories.
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