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CesiumAstro has been selected by Rocket Lab to provide its Vireo active electronically scanned array (AESA) radio frequency (RF) communications payload for integration on 18 space vehicles supporting the Space Development Agency’s Tranche 2 Transport Layer. The payload, launching in mid-2027, will be the first multi-beam-capable Ka-band communications system operating in the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA), delivering secure, low-latency communications and missile tracking capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.
Redwire (NYSE: RDW) has been selected by Rocket Lab to provide antennas and RF hardware for the Space Development Agency's Transport Layer Tranche 2 Satellite Constellation. This partnership will support the development of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) to enhance secure communication for warfighters on land, in the air, and at sea. Redwire's significant investments in manufacturing capacity and assembly, integration, and test capacity highlight their commitment to the program. The company will produce 18 ship sets of antennas and RF front ends for Tranche 2 at its newly expanded Colorado facility, ensuring the success of the project.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) has completed the assembly of its 3D printed Archimedes engine for the Neutron launch vehicle, beginning an intensive test campaign at NASA's Stennis Space Center. The engine, designed for reusability, can produce 165,000 lbf and is set for a minimum of 20 launches per engine. The engine test is a critical step towards Neutron's first launch in mid-2025.
Rocket Lab, a global leader in launch services and space systems, completed the selection of subcontractors for 18 satellites being developed for the Space Development Agency. The company, under a $515 million contract, will lead the design, development, and operations of the satellite constellation to provide secure communications and missile tracking for the U.S. Department of Defense.
Rocket Lab announced their first quarter 2024 financial results with a 69% year-on-year revenue growth and a 55% sequential quarterly growth. CEO Peter Beck highlighted the successful Electron missions and major spacecraft programs. The development of the Neutron rocket, including the completion of the first Archimedes engine build, is progressing well. Rocket Lab also provided guidance for the second quarter of 2024.
Rocket Lab, a global leader in launch services, is preparing two back-to-back Electron launches to deploy NASA's PREFIRE mission. The climate change-focused mission will measure Earth's polar heat loss to help climate scientists better understand global warming. The missions aim to make climate models more accurate and predict changes caused by climate conditions in the Arctic and Antarctica. Rocket Lab has a proven track record of delivering NASA's payloads successfully, and these launches will mark the 48th and 49th Electron launches for the company.
