The new logo is based on the old US Air Force Space Command logo, which was probably based on the Starfleet symbol... although I don't if that is true.
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The centrally superimposed deltoid symbolizes both the Air Force upward thrust into space and the launch vehicles needed to place all satellites in orbit. The distinctive dark blue background shading and small globe and stars symbolize the space environment.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:A...mmand_Logo.svg