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@NRO_gov

Official X account of the National Reconnaissance Office—Innovative Overhead Intelligence Systems for National Security. Follows/RTs are not endorsements.

Chantilly, Virginia nro.gov Joined September 2014

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NRO @NRO_gov 11h

On Veterans Day, we salute those who answered the call to protected our nation. We honor the courage, dedication and sacrifice of all servicemembers.

NRO @NRO_gov 1d

For over 250 years, the US Marine Corps has answered the call. Reliable intelligence helps ensure they are equipped with the insight they need.

NRO @NRO_gov 5d

Farewell & thank you to NRO Deputy Director Maj. Gen. Chris Povak for 4+ outstanding years!

We welcome Brig. Gen. Robert Schreiner whose extensive space, intel, & defense expertise will drive our vital mission forward.

Press Release: bit.ly/4eOpa0M

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NRO @NRO_gov Nov 4

To survive the harshness of space, modern satellites demand materials of unprecedented strength. The solution? A rope twice as strong as steel and cut only by a diamond saw.

#NRO #NationalReconnaissanceOffice #SpaceTechnology #MaterialsScience #NROInnovation #SpaceIntelligence

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NRO @NRO_gov Oct 28

You can't launch a satellite whenever you want.

As Earth turns, the launch site must line up with the path of the orbit the satellite is headed for. That moment is called a launch window and some last only a few minutes.

When you're aiming for orbit, close isn't good enough.

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