diff --git a/entities/space-development/blue-ring.md b/entities/space-development/blue-ring.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..155d2fc9 --- /dev/null +++ b/entities/space-development/blue-ring.md @@ -0,0 +1,13 @@ +# Blue Ring + +**Type:** Orbital vehicle for satellite servicing and refueling + +**Developer:** Blue Origin + +**Key Capability:** Maneuverable sensing platform that can reposition to different orbital regimes, providing flexible sensing coverage. Less vulnerable than fixed-orbit satellites. + +**Strategic Positioning:** Being positioned for Golden Dome sensing layer as a "maneuverable massing" concept—not a fixed constellation but a flexible orbital asset. + +## Timeline + +- **February 2026** — Positioned by Blue Origin for Golden Dome sensing layer role \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/entities/space-development/tory-bruno.md b/entities/space-development/tory-bruno.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..ba40974b --- /dev/null +++ b/entities/space-development/tory-bruno.md @@ -0,0 +1,12 @@ +# Tory Bruno + +**Role:** President, National Security at Blue Origin (hired December 2025) + +**Background:** Former CEO of United Launch Alliance (ULA) for approximately 10 years, where he oversaw Atlas V and Vulcan development. Deep relationships with Space Force, NRO, and intelligence community. + +**Strategic Context:** Blue Origin hired Bruno specifically to accelerate national security projects and win contracts that New Glenn cannot yet access due to NSSL Phase 3 certification requirements. His mandate is described as accelerating "urgent" national security projects. + +## Timeline + +- **December 2025** — Hired by Blue Origin as President, National Security +- **February 2026** — Blue Origin creates new National Security Group reporting to CEO Dave Limp, with Bruno leading the effort \ No newline at end of file