A prototype of the high-altitude pseudo-satellite during a test flight. (image credit: NAL) Information dominance is one of the most important aspects of modern warfare. For a long time, military leadership worldwide was hamstrung by the "fog of war" — critical, battle-winning decisions could not be taken timely because of information gaps.Today, the fog has largely been reduced by more sensors, near-instantaneous communications, streamlined information channels, and automation and computing that aid commanders.In both reel life and real life, military satellites have shown they can provide detailed reconnaissance across spectrums from visual to through-cloud and weather-piercing radars.Satellites are also central…