By Dennis Blacksmith The space industry is often viewed as separate from traditional defense programs, but the new DFARS 252.225-7052 and NDAA §842 requirements will have a significant impact on many space companies. Modern satellites, launch vehicles, and ground systems increasingly rely on commercial off-the-shelf components — including electronics, power systems, and actuators that contain critical materials such as neodymium magnets, tantalum capacitors, tungsten, and adv