Musk will build Trump “Golden Dome”? Spacex Elona Muska and his two partners, startups Anduril and Palantir, are the main favorites in the race for construction The key part of President Donald Trump Golden Dome (Golden Dome) – informs Reuters by citing his sources. Muska partners are software and drone manufacturers. At the beginning of the year, Trump called a potential rocket attack on the USA “the most catastrophic threat”.
Trump supporters: “All three companies were founded by entrepreneurs who were the main political supporters of Trump,” adds Reuters. As we read, despite the positive signals of the Pentagon for SpaceX, “some sources emphasized that Decision process regarding the golden dome of Trump It is at an early stage. “Its final structure and who will be chosen for the implementation of the project,” can change dramatically in the coming months. “
Assault satellites with lasers: Reuters sources reveal that in recent weeks representatives of companies with the highest -ranking officials of Trump and Pentagon administration have been met to present their plan. He assumes Building and launching from 400 to over 1000 satellites circulating around the globe, which will detect bullets and track their movement. Separate fleet of 200 assault satellites Armed with bullets or lasers would shoot down hostile bullets. Spacex and Musk refused comment about whether the billionaire participates in any conversations or negotiations regarding federal contracts. The Pentagon also did not answer the information agency's questions.
“Subscription” shield? Business SpaceX was to suggest that her role in the surgery “Golden Dome” was based on the “subscription service”in which the government would pay for access to technology instead of being exclusive owner system. Thanks to the subscription model, you can bypass some Pentagon order reports, which would allow you to implement the system faster. “Although this approach would not violate any rules, the government may be imprisoned in subscription and lose control over current development and prices,” Reuters comments.
“The biggest victory of the Silicon Valley”: As we read, “if the group directed by SpaceX won the contract for the Golden Dome, it would be the biggest victory of the Silicon Valley in the profitable defense contract industry and a blow to traditional performers.” Sources inform, however, that such players are expected to Northrop Grumman, Boeing or RTX“they will also be big players in this undertaking.” The Pentagon was to receive declarations from over 180 companies willing to help in the development and construction of a “golden dome”.
Hundreds of billions of dollars: Some experts believe that total Cost “Golden Dome” can reach hundreds of billions dollars. Spacex is trying to participate in the Golden Dome part, which It will detect missile missiles, track their trajectory and determine if they are heading towards the USA. The company estimated that preliminary engineering and design work for satellite supervision layers will cost between 6 and $ 10 billion.
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Source: Reuters