The U.S. Space Force has launched a challenge intended to help the service branch modernize information systems at its current and future spaceports, SpaceNews reported Thursday.
A collaborative effort between SpaceWERX and the Assured Access to Space Program Executive Office, the Digital Spaceport of the Future Challenge aims to build a future spaceport equipped with cutting-edge technologies able to handle increasing space traffic and complex launch requirements from the Department of Defense and the private sector.
SpaceWERX said the challenge will focus on three areas: updating legacy hardware; improving data management, data analytics and transport layer technologies; and advancing agility, capacity enhancement and standardization.
Interested parties must submit proposals through the DoD Small Business Innovation Research portal.
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