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Impulse Space, Anduril Building Space Technology for Golden Dome

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Impulse Space and Anduril Industries are collaborating to develop space-based interceptor technology for a U.S. missile defense initiative, according to insiders. The Pentagon selected both firms to build prototypes for the orbital defense system. The project supports a proposed "Golden Dome" missile shield, a signature defense program under the current administration. Development remains in early stages, with no operational systems yet deployed. Impulse Space will serve as a subcontractor to Anduril, leveraging its satellite propulsion expertise. The interceptors aim to track and neutralize missiles from orbit, marking a shift toward space-based defense capabilities. Details remain classified, with sources requesting anonymity due to the project’s sensitive nature. The Pentagon has not publicly confirmed the partnership or technical specifications. This effort reflects growing military investment in orbital defense systems, blending commercial aerospace innovation with national security priorities. The timeline for deployment remains undisclosed.
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Connecting decision makers to a dynamic network of information, people and ideas, Bloomberg quickly and accurately delivers business and financial information, news and insight around the worldAmericas+1 212 318 2000EMEA+44 20 7330 7500Asia Pacific+65 6212 1000Connecting decision makers to a dynamic network of information, people and ideas, Bloomberg quickly and accurately delivers business and financial information, news and insight around the worldAmericas+1 212 318 2000EMEA+44 20 7330 7500Asia Pacific+65 6212 1000Satellite startup Impulse Space is working with Anduril Industries Inc to develop space-based interceptor technology for President Donald Trump’s planned Golden Dome missile defense shield, according to people familiar with the matter. The companies have been selected by the Pentagon to develop prototypes of space-based interceptors intended to track and destroy missiles from orbit, said the people, who asked for anonymity to discuss confidential matters. Impulse Space would work as a subcontractor to Anduril on the technology, which doesn’t yet exist.

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