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is a heterogeneous constellation of low-earth orbit satellites
that will detect and provide critical tracking information
about ballistic missiles globally. The program will employ
spiral-based acquisition to deploy first-generation satellites
as early as 2007 in support of the Missile Defense Agency's
Missile Defense Testbed.
STSS's sensors will offer the unique capability to track
and discriminate missiles in midcourse; report on post-boost
vehicle maneuvers, reentry vehicle deployments and the use
of various types of decoys; and provide hit/kill assessment.
Providing warfighters continuous, timely and accurate information,
STSS's multimission capabilities will enhance the effectives
of all missile and defense elements.
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