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General Atomics Acquires Optical Systems Developer

By Cal Biesecker

Thursday, October 29th, 2020

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General Atomics Acquires Optical Systems Developer

Guidestar Optical Systems develops a range of optical solutions. Image: Guidestar

General Atomics on Wednesday said it has acquired Guidestar Optical Systems, Inc., a developer of advanced optical solutions in challenging environments. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Guidestar, based in Longmont, Colo., develops adaptive optics for free space laser communications, high-energy laser weapons, atmospheric measuring and forecasting, and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. Guidestar will be integrated into General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) group to help with its focus on technologies for defense and space markets. “We are excited to…

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