The observation of space and of the activities occurring in space. This mission is normally accomplished with the aid of ground-based radars and electro-optical sensors. This term is separate and distinct from the intelligence collection mission conducted by space-based sensors which surveil terrestrial activity. See also space; space control. (JP 3-14)
SPACE SURVEILLANCE
Meaning of SPACE SURVEILLANCE in English
DOD English dictionary of military terms. Английский словарь военных терминов DOD. 2012