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Northrop Grumman delivers 21 data-relay satellites for military constellation
Northrop Grumman has delivered 21 data-relay satellites for a military satellite constellation, according to SpaceNews. The satellites are intended to relay data between spacecraft and ground forces as part of a military network. Further details on the customer, timeline and constellation design have not yet been reported, and commentary on the delivery remains limited.
Why now: The delivery of hardware for a military satellite constellation is newsworthy to defense and space industry observers.
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