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June 20, 2019 12:06 ET | Source: Aerojet Rocketdyne, Inc.

NASA to Demonstrate New “Green” Propellant in Space Using Aerojet Rocketdyne Propulsion System

NASA’s Green Propellant Infusion Mission (GPIM) will demonstrate in space for the first time a new non-toxic propellant offering nearly 50% higher performance over traditional monopropellant...
June 07, 2019 10:00 ET | Source: Aerojet Rocketdyne, Inc.

Aerojet Rocketdyne Opens State-of-the-Art Rocket Propulsion Facility in Huntsville

Huntsville is the company’s Defense Business Unit headquartersHome to some of the most advanced defense and space manufacturing technology in the world HUNTSVILLE, Ala., June 07, 2019 (GLOBE...
April 30, 2019 14:01 ET | Source: Aerojet Rocketdyne, Inc.

Aerojet Rocketdyne Coleman Aerospace Completes Key Test in Support of MDA Medium Range Ballistic Missile Target Program

Iron Bird mission successfully tests target missile simulator air launch extraction and descent systemTesting validated newly designed lightweight parachute clusterData collected will help optimize...
April 25, 2019 10:10 ET | Source: Aerojet Rocketdyne, Inc.

Aerojet Rocketdyne Breaks Ground on Large Solid Rocket Motor Development Facility as Expansion in Arkansas Continues

New facility to develop large solid rocket motorsWill be the newest and most modern rocket development facility in the nationLatest chapter of ongoing partnership with state and local community ...
April 08, 2019 07:00 ET | Source: Aerojet Rocketdyne, Inc.

3-D Printed RL10C-X Prototype Rocket Engine Soars Through Initial Round of Testing

Prototype engine core made entirely of 3-D printed components3-D printing delivers significant reductions in lead time and cost without sacrificing reliabilityTesting duration was more than three...
April 04, 2019 20:16 ET | Source: Aerojet Rocketdyne, Inc.

Ensuring NASA’s Space Launch System Has the Propulsion It Needs

All 16 RS-25 engines slated for the first four SLS missions have successfully demonstrated flight worthiness.All flight controllers for NASA’s first four SLS flights have successfully completed...
April 01, 2019 08:00 ET | Source: Aerojet Rocketdyne, Inc.

Second Set of Aerojet Rocketdyne Lithium-Ion Batteries Successfully Integrated into International Space Station

Astronauts installed six Aerojet Rocketdyne Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) batteries on the International Space Station during two extra-vehicular activities (EVAs).Li-Ion batteries replaced existing nickel...
March 27, 2019 11:23 ET | Source: Aerojet Rocketdyne, Inc.

Aerojet Rocketdyne's Propulsion Supported 11th Successful Missile Defense Intercept for GMD

Divert and Attitude Control System on Raytheon Exoatmospheric Kill Vehicle (EKV) successfully performed its mission-critical roleFirst salvo test for the GMD programFlight test further demonstrated...
March 15, 2019 23:34 ET | Source: Aerojet Rocketdyne, Inc.

Aerojet Rocketdyne Powers WGS-10 Military Communications Satellite from Launch Pad to Orbit

RS-68A and RL10B-2 provide propulsion for United Launch Alliance Delta IV rocketHiPAT™ rocket engine helps deliver spacecraft to its final orbital positionDelta IV pressure vessels manufactured by...
February 07, 2019 11:00 ET | Source: Aerojet Rocketdyne, Inc.

Aerojet Rocketdyne’s Affordability and Efficiency Drive Achieves Major Milestones

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Feb. 07, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nearly four years into an aggressive five-year affordability drive, Aerojet Rocketdyne reports that it has already achieved its top major...