КТО ШАГАЕТ ДРУЖНО В РЯД?..

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Тогда уж давайте и промежуток заполним...

http://www.nro.gov/news/press/2008/2008-02.pdf

NRO Selects 2008 Class Of Pioneers
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 5, 2008
CONTACT: (703) 808-5050

Mr. Scott F. Large, Director of the National Reconnaissance Office, has selected Colonel Raymond E. Anderson, USAF (Ret), Mr. Howard G. Brotherton, and Mr. Hilliard W. Paige, Sr., as 2008 Pioneers of National Reconnaissance. The National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) honors as Pioneers those individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to the discipline of reconnaissance. Mr. Large will induct Colonel Anderson, Mr. Brotherton, and Mr. Paige as members of Pioneer Hall during a ceremony on September 11, at 2:00 p.m., in the Jimmie D. Hill Auditorium at the NRO headquarters in Chantilly, Virginia. Mr. Glenn Gaffney, Deputy Director of National Intelligence for Collection, will be the keynote speaker at this year's event.

Colonel Raymond E. Anderson, USAF (Ret), pioneered the use of solid-state technology in reconnaissance satellites to extend their operational life spans. In the 1980's, Colonel Anderson recognized that mechanical tape records were one of the shortest life components and of the most mission-limiting elements in national reconnaissance satellites. His insight resulted in the replacement of mechanical recorders with solid-state recorders. His contributions brought about a significantly improved generation of satellites that continues to provide crucial intelligence essential to U.S. national security. Colonel Anderson's career in national reconnaissance spans from 1966 to the present.

Mr. Howard G. Brotherton pioneered innovative advances in satellite technology that improved target accuracy, provided better product quality, delivered more efficient throughput, and extended satellite life. Mr. Brotherton was instrumental in the digitalization of the mapping, charting, and geodesy (MC&G) system. His innovation, development of collection and post-processing algorithms, and engineering excellence furthered the utility of near real-time imagery programs. His contributions to national reconnaissance and the NRO significantly advanced the utility of imagery intelligence for analysts and customers. Mr. Brotherton's career in national reconnaissance spans from 1969 to the present.

Mr. Hilliard W. Paige, Sr., pioneered the concept of using proven ICBM reentry technology for the recovery of reconnaissance film capsules from space. He also recognized the requirement for the space-based camera to operate on a three-axis stabilized platform to obtain clear images and the need for a heat-shield for the capsule to survive the reentry into the earth's atmosphere. Mr. Paige's efforts made camera pointing and film recovery possible, convincing leadership that a film return system was a logical follow-on to the U-2. His work led to the physical recovery of imagery from over 100 Corona film buckets that provided intelligence critical to national security during the Cold War. Mr. Paige's career in national reconnaissance spans from 1941 to the present.

These pioneers performed critical work toward establishing the NRO's reputation for engineering excellence, responsiveness, and technical innovation. Building upon their foundation, today's NRO strives to provide a global perspective when users need the information. With the addition of these three honorees, 74 pioneers have now been selected over the past nine years. Being designated a Pioneer of National Reconnaissance is the highest honor the NRO can bestow. Commemorative plaques for each of the Pioneers are on permanent display in the NRO's Pioneer Hall at NRO Headquarters.

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http://www.nro.gov/news/press/2009/2009-03.pdf

NRO SELECTS 2009 CLASS OF PIONEERS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 13, 2009
Release #02-09
CONTACT: (703) 808-5050

General Bruce Carlson USAF (Ret.), Director of the National Reconnaissance Office, selected Dr. James P. Campbell (deceased), Mr. Lacy G. Cook, and Mr. Michael F. Maguire as 2009 Pioneers of National Reconnaissance. The National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Pioneer Program honors those individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to the discipline of national reconnaissance. At a ceremony held November 12, at NRO headquarters in Chantilly, Virginia, General Carlson inducted Dr. Campbell (posthumously), Mr. Cook, and Mr. Maguire into the NRO's Pioneer Hall. LTG John F. Kimmons, USA, Director, Intelligence Staff, Office of the Director of National Intelligence, was the guest speaker at this year's event.

Dr. James P. Campbell pioneered early conceptual studies and analysis, which resulted in a new, innovative, operational imaging reconnaissance capability. He provided technical excellence and leadership to ensure the successful development, test, launch, and deployment of the highly reliable spacecraft and ground processing system. He provided key technical improvements that have extended the operational lifespan of spacecraft to lengths unprecedented in space-based national reconnaissance.

Mr. Lacy G. Cook pioneered the development and application of unique technology to add new capability to an existing NRO satellite. Mr. Cook's novel design allowed the new capability to fit within the vehicle's limited space. His innovative approach provided national policymakers with unprecedented capability and solved highly complex technical challenges.

Mr. Michael F. Maguire pioneered one of the last film-based reconnaissance systems used by the NRO. Pushing the state-of-the-art during design and development phases of acquisition, Mr. Maguire's efforts and leadership resulted in an invaluable national asset in reconnaissance and one relied on heavily by the nation's decision-makers. The resulting imaging satellites brought reliability and operational longevity to new heights.

The work of NRO pioneers set the stage for future NRO advancements. Thanks to Pioneer successes, today's NRO provides actionable intelligence to users. With the addition of these three honorees, a total of 77 pioneers have been selected over the past 10 years. Designation as a Pioneer of national reconnaissance is the highest honor the NRO can bestow. Commemorative plaques for each Pioneer are on permanent display in Pioneer Hall at NRO Headquarters.

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http://www.nro.gov/news/press/2011/2011-02.pdf

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: (703) 808-5050
Release #02-11
February 1, 2011
NRO Selects 2010 Class of Pioneers

In a January 7, 2011 ceremony, Director of National Reconnaissance Bruce Carlson honored Robert Dumais, Jack Gibbs (deceased), and Richard Randazzo (deceased) as 2010 inductees into the Pioneer Hall. This honor is bestowed on individuals who make significant and lasting contributions to the discipline of national reconnaissance. Commemorative plaques recognizing their achievements are on permanent display at the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Headquarters in Chantilly, Virginia.

Mr. Robert H. Dumais pioneered the intelligence utility of a new capability for an imaging satellite system. This led to the subsequent design of a new subsystem on an existing imaging satellite that greatly improved the quality of imagery products from space. His career in national reconnaissance spanned from the 1960's until 1996.

Brigadier General Jack A. Gibbs, USAF (Ret), helped pioneer the application of innovative engineering techniques to U-2 operations. His contributions resulted in the effective use of high-altitude airborne reconnaissance for intelligence collection over denied areas during the Cold War. As a USAF Colonel assigned to CIA's U-2 program from March 1956 to July 1958, he served as the Senior Military Advisor overseeing U-2 operations, pilot training, research, and development upgrades while reporting to fomer DNRO Richard Bissell. He supervised efforts to reduce the radar cross section of the U-2 and to assess the feasibility of developing a follow-on aircraft with low radar "detectability." Through Jack Gibbs' tireless efforts, the U-2 became a highly successful and proven airborne reconnaissance platform for use over denied territory. His career in national reconnaissance spanned from 1942 until 1966.

Colonel Richard J. "Randy" Randazzo, USAF (Ret), pioneered the introduction and application of new operational techniques for NRO imaging systems. His countless engineering studies and demonstrations, followed by implementation of his designs, resulted in improved satisfaction of mission requirements and increased coverage of high-priority targets. Col Randazzo made a profound contribution to the acquisition and operation of all NRO imaging systems from 1964 to 1986.

The 2010 inductees join 77 other pioneers in the Hall, each honored for their critical work that established the NRO's reputation for engineering excellence, responsiveness, and technical innovation over the last 50 years. Building upon their foundation, today's NRO strives to provide a global perspective when users need the information. Designation as a Pioneer of National Reconnaissance is the highest honor in the field.

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Интересно, "beam-forming" это формирование штанг или формирование луча?

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В целом теперь можно считать официально подтверждённым что на геостационарных спутниках РТР харрисовские антены.

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Интересно, "beam-forming" это формирование штанг или формирование луча?

штанг :shock:
....His unique beam-forming design led to proven on-orbit performance and critical collections that have exceeded expectations...
Alan W Mast, John W Shipley, Douglas E Heckaman, Walter M Whybrew: Multi title-configured phased array antenna architecture. Harris Dec, 26 2000: US 6166705
Bibb Bevis Allen, John W Shipley, Steven E Wilson: Phased array antenna including flexible layers and associated methods. Harris Aug, 30 2007: US 20070200763

....An imaging system uses wideband 'RF daylight' created by plural narrowband RF illumination sources, to passively generate spectrally different sets of RF scattering coefficients for multiple points within a prescribed three-dimensional volume being illuminated by the narrowband RF transmitters...
Gayle Patrick Martin, John W Shipley: Image formation by passive collection and processing of radio frequency signals illuminating and scattered by cultural features of terrestrial region. Harris Mar, 25 2004: US 20040058643
Gayle Patrick Martin, John W Shipley: Image formation by passive collection and processing of radio frequency signals illuminating and scattered by cultural features of terrestrial region. Harris Jul, 12 2005: US 6917784
Gayle Patrick Martin, John W Shipley: Coherent two-dimensional image formation by passive synthetic aperture collection and processing of multi-frequency radio signals scattered by cultural features of terrestrial region. Harris Mar, 2 2004: US 6700527

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http://www.nro.gov/news/press/2013/2013-02.pdf

NATIONAL RECONNAISSANCE OFFICE
14675 Lee Road Chantilly, VA 20151-1715
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Release #02-13
CONTACT: (703) 808-5050  February 25, 2013

NRO  HONORS  2012 2 PIONEER AND  FOUNDER

Ms. Betty Sapp, Director of the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), sel ected Dr. Robert P. O'Donnell as a Pioneer of National Reconnaissance for 2012, and honored Mr. Jimmie D. Hill as an NRO Founder. Ms. Sapp inducted this year's Pioneer honoree into Pioneer Hall in a ceremony on February 22, 2013, at NRO headquarters in Chantilly, Va. The Honorable James R. Clapper, Director of National Intelligence, was this year's featured speaker.

The NRO honors as Pioneers those individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to the discipline of national reconnaissance. Dr. O'Donnell pioneered the development of unique, complex precision structures and mechanisms that enabled dramatic breakthroughs in the ability to collect critically important signals and imagery intelligence from space. Dr. O'Donnell developed analysis and simulation techniques which made possible the precision pointing and flexible structure deployment and control of a new generation of collection satellites. His career in national reconnaissance spans from 1972 to the present.

Dr. O'Donnell performed critical work toward establishing the NRO's reputation for engineering excellence, responsiveness, and technical innovation. With the addition of
Dr. O'Donnell, the NRO will have sel ected a total of 86 pioneers over the past 12 years.

Designation as a Pioneer of National Reconnaissance is the highest honor in the field. Commemorative plaques for each Pioneer are on permanent display in Pioneer Hall at NRO headquarters.

Director Sapp recognized Mr. Hill for laying the foundation for the 21 st century NRO. His dynamic leadership fostered an innovative management and operational environment that allowed the NRO to successfully develop, execute, and sustain essential national reconnaissance programs. Mr. Hill's direction and strong advocacy ensured the NRO successfully maintained its critical strategic importance, but also opened a new era of tactical relevance and adapted the NRO to its new, post-Cold War missions - transitioning the organization fr om a geographically-dispersed, strategic reconnaissance enterprise to a unified, consolidated intelligence agency.

Mr. Hill's career in national reconnaissance spanned fr om 1965-1996.

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http://www.nro.gov/news/press/2014/03-14.pdf

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Release # 03-14
Contact: (703) 808-5050  April 8, 2014

NRO Inducts the 2013 Class of Pioneers

Ms. Betty Sapp, the Director of the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), inducted two new Pioneers of National Reconnaissance into NRO's Pioneer Hall on Friday, 21 March 2014. The 2013 Pioneers are Mr. William G. Montgomery and Dr. Donald N. Simkins, two individuals who made innovative contributions that changed the discipline and practice of national reconnaissance. Mr. Montgomery pioneered precision control and pointing accuracies for imagery intelligence collection, and Dr. Simkins pioneered the development of processing techniques that allowed the dramatic advancement of geolocation algorithms.

Ms. Stephanie O'Sullivan the Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence (PDDNI), was the guest speaker at the ceremony and co-presented the pioneers with a small replica of the Pioneer medallion and citation that are on display in NRO's Pioneer Hall. Ms. O'Sullivan observed how Mr. Montgomery's innovations have been critical both in designing and coordinating the operation of imaging reconnaissance systems, and how critical Dr. Simkins' pioneering innovations have been for almost every space-based geolocation system in operation.

As Pioneers of National Reconnaissance, Mr. Montgomery and Dr. Simkins are classic examples of leading engineering minds in the intelligence community. Both individuals faced and overcame technical challenges with their pioneering innovations that led to superior intelligence collection from space. Building upon their foundation, today's NRO strives to provide a global perspective when users need the information. Over the past fourteen years, the NRO has recognized 90 pioneers. Designation as a Pioneer of National Reconnaissance is the highest honor in the field.

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http://www.nro.gov/history/csnr/leaders/14-36098%202013%20Pioneer%20Day%20Citation%20Booklet.pdf

Mr. William G. Montgomery pioneered precision control and pointing accuracies for a new generation national system that enhanced volume, resolution, and accuracy in imagery intelligence collection for the USG. He also led the application of precision sensing and control instruments and advanced systems engineering methods to balance performance contributions from multiple space and ground segments.

Career in National Reconnaissance: 1968 - 1992

Dr. Donald N. Simkins pioneered the development of processing techniques that allowed the dramatic advancement of geo-location algorithms. His accomplishments include the first precise model of the signal path, long-term coherency, and automated techniques that expanded and improved the collection, exploitation and display of target information.

Career in National Reconnaissance: 1975 - Present

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http://www.nro.gov/news/press/2015/01-15.pdf

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Release #01-15
Contact: (703) 808-5050  February 19, 2015

NRO Selects the 2014 Class of Pioneers

Ms. Betty Sapp, Director of the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), has sel ected Mr. Thomas C. "Chris" Fitzsimmons and Mr. John Stavlo as the 2014 Pioneers of National Reconnaissance. The NRO honors as Pioneers those individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to the discipline of national reconnaissance. Mr. Frank Calvelli, Principal Deputy Director of the NRO, inducted Mr. Fitzsimmons and Mr. Stavlo during a ceremony on Wednesday, February 18, 2015, at NRO headquarters in Chantilly, Va. The Honorable James Clapper, Director of National Intelligence, was the featured speaker at this year's event.

Mr. Fitzsimmons pioneered the development, production, and test of lightweight optical and structural components. His efforts resulted in the elimination of significant weight from the large aperture, heavy optical subsystem used in the nation's electro-optical (EO) imagery reconnaissance satellites, with no reduction in image quality. The technological breakthroughs and processes he pioneered are key enablers for NRO's high-resolution EO collection capabilities, which operate today.

Mr. Stavlo pioneered the design and implementation of a first-of-a-kind precision pointing and tracking control system. To overcome the challenge of extending conventional attitude control concepts and development tools, he devised an innovative solution involving simulations with high-fidelity dynamic models and test beds with engineering model hardware operating in a closed loop mode. Mr. Stavlo's design and techniques represent a quantum leap in signals intelligence collection sensitivity.

As Pioneers of National Reconnaissance, Mr. Fitzsimmons and Mr. Stavlo are classic examples of leading engineering minds in the Intelligence Community. Both individuals faced and overcame technical challenges with their pioneering innovations that led to superior intelligence collection fr om space. Building upon their foundation, today's NRO strives to provide a global perspective to satisfy user needs. Over the past 15 years, the NRO has recognized 91 pioneers. Designation as a Pioneer of National Reconnaissance is the highest honor in the field.

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Thomas C (Chris) Fitzsimmons

Vice President Eastman Kodak President Commercial and Government Systems
Spring Hill, Florida

Currently Retired

Ранее ITT Corporation

Образование: Rochester Institute of Technology

Публикации: Cryogenic Response of an Ultralightweight mirror with Kinematic Mounting structure
Авторы: Thomas C (Chris) Fitzsimmons, David Crowe

https://www.linkedin.com/pub/thomas-c-chris-fitzsimmons/46/846/488