I’ve said before, several times, that satellite reconnaissance is probably as important and more useful than the nuclear deterrent, and that technical change means that it’s feasible. Here’s an example: Canada just launched its own independent radar satellite, with the object of monitoring the vast spaces of the Arctic. Even smaller economies than the UK can now afford this; the pay-off is that it helps you see-and-avoid approaching Iraqs.
But really, the point of this post is just to say that POLAR EPSILON is such a cool codename for a top-secret space project.
Agree, very cool name, though I’m not sure what it means, if anything. I guess it’s better than calling it “Polar Five”.