The U.S. is countering the rise of so-called inspector satellites from China and Russia with its own space spy, Silent Barker. Silent Barker is designed to keep a watchful eye on these rival inspector satellites, ensuring America’s assets in space remain secure. The artwork for Silent Barker’s launch intriguingly draws inspiration from a 1970s sci-fi novel about space-going werefoxes, symbolizing cunning and espionage. Originally scheduled for August 29, the launch of Silent Barker was postponed due to Hurricane Idalia’s looming presence over Florida. The Atlas V551 rocket, tasked with carrying Silent Barker, will ascend from Space Launch Complex 41 at … Continue reading Silent Barker: The U.S.’s Answer to Space Spies