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MASINT Sources#

The data sources MASINT collection draws from. Coverage, cost, and legal authority differ by source; the operator picks the source that satisfies the collection requirement at the lowest OPSEC and legal load.

Source

Description

USGS / national seismic networks

Seismic event detection.

CTBTO IMS

International Monitoring System for nuclear test detection.

Commercial radar (SAR)

Capella, ICEYE; signature work on vessels and vehicles.

Environmental sensors

Air-quality, water, atmospheric chemistry.

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