 The second satellite in the Navy's new Mobile Communications Network successfully launched into orbit July 19th. The Mobile User Objective System, or MUOS satellite, is a system that uses commercial 3G cell phone technology to provide communication services to mobile military troops. MUOS works like a cell tower to serve ships, submarines, aircraft and land terminals. Once the system is complete in 2017, it will provide coverage for mobile military communications like never before, and users will benefit from the system in many ways. The satellite is expected to take eight days to maneuver into its geostationary orbit. The Navy expects to declare the satellite operational after a six-month checkout period. Each satellite provides coverage for about one-third of the Earth. The third satellite is expected to launch in 2014. From Defense Media Activity, I'm Petty Officer Andrew Johnson.