Satellite Images Of Iraq Links

Satellite-imagery firms in Colorado hope to avoid steep federal cuts

Satellite images so sharp that a baseball home plate is recognizable from more than 400 miles hang in the federal budget balance — and with them the fortunes of two companies with Colorado operations.

ORS-1, ground system gain final ops acceptance

The Operationally Responsive Space-1 satellite took approximately three years to develop from concept to launch and orbit, compared to traditional satellite systems, which typically take seven years or longer to develop. (Graphic courtesy of the Operationally Responsive Space office).

Syrian assault on Homs kills 50: opposition

Syrian forces bombarded Homs on Monday, killing 50 people in a sustained assault on several districts of the city which has become a centre of armed opposition to President Bashar al-Assad, the Syrian National Council opposition group said.