The U.S. Space Force (Launchspace Staff Writers) Bethesda, MD - The concept of a U.S. Space Force seems to be in vogue at this time. The President mentioned it last week in a speech at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego. He claimed this was not a serious comment, but the subject is very serious because the Pentagon is gearing up for possible space combat scenarios. Over the last several years the space domain has been getting very congested and contested by multiple not-so-friendly adversaries. Yes, space is big, but it is getting "smaller" very quickly. Department of Defense leaders want faster development of offensive weapons and combat tactics, starting with protection of the most expensive U.S. spy assets. The U.S. is already being threatened in space without credible countermeasures or offensive responses. Fortunately, it is "peacetime" in space and no actual combat is taking place right now. However, this situation could change at any time and the U.S. could loss space assets very quickly. In fact, if a war were to break out, these would be the first casualties. Given the growing space competition and adversarial friction with China, Russia and other upcoming state actors, the potential for war in space is becoming a more serious consideration. The U.S. is not reacting fast enough to positively deter or deal with this eventuality. Maybe a Space Force is what is needed, and needed now. ____________________________________________________________________________ Special Course Offering at the 44th Aerospace Mechanisms Symposium: Space Vehicle Mechanisms On Monday and Tuesday, May 14-15, this special presentation of our most popular course will be offered prior to the 44th Aerospace Mechanisms Symposium (AMS) at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown Hotel. This event is offered in conjunction with the AMS activity, but is an independent pre-conference training opportunity that is managed by Launchspace Services. Thus, registration for the course requires that you apply directly with Launchspace Services, i.e., registration for AMS does not include this course. This special edition the internationally popular Space Vehicle Mechanisms explores the technologies required for successful space mechanisms design and offers a detailed look at many of the key components common to most space-bound mechanical devices. Materials necessary to achieve high performance are discussed. Examples of the many types of mechanisms are included for illustration. In addition, relationships and interfaces with other vehicle systems are explored. The course includes design and analysis examples to demonstrate principles involved in understanding how mechanisms should work and how design margins should be evaluated during the evolution of a program. Your course registration includes a complete set of course notes and an individualized Launchspace Training Certificate of Completion. There is a limit number of seats in the class. Register now to assure a place in this valuable course: ______________________________________________________________________
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