The US Space Force has said it needs more than four billion dollars to create a new satellite constellation called MILNET. This thing is supposed to provide an army with ultra-fast and secure communications around the world. The idea is on the list of the military's top priorities for the fiscal year 2026, but so far without funding, it's just a beautiful dream.
What is MILNET?
Imagine a whole swarm of satellites in low-Earth orbit that are constantly exchanging data with each other and with the troops. This arrangement provides minimal delay in information transmission and high speed — ideal for operational combat management or coordination somewhere in the jungle or on an icy plateau.
Why is this necessary?
— Better connection. MILNET will help you communicate not only in areas where everything is clear, but also in the most remote corners of the planet, where the signal was previously lost.
— Impact resistance. Satellites scattered in orbit are more difficult to disable than one large system. This will protect communications from cyber attacks and even missiles.
— Superiority in space and cyberspace. The military believes that with such a network, they will be able to seize the initiative in strategic actions against other countries, such as China or Russia.
Although the project is important, it is listed as an "unfunded priority." That is, the military themselves understand that this is necessary, but there is no money for it yet. Now they will run around the offices of Congress and ask for budget funding to launch all this.
If the money is found, MILNET could become a real revolution in US military and government communications. Imagine: instant data transfer, protection from external threats, and full coverage across the planet. All this will increase the effectiveness of the American army and make it even more technologically advanced.
In general, the future is already on the way — if Congress approves the funding, of course.
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