U.S. Navy Awards Ursa Major $10 Million for Mk 104 Rocket Motor Development
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The U.S. Navy has awarded a $10 million contract to Ursa Major to enhance the Mk 104 solid rocket motor through critical design review and static-fire testing. This initiative is part of the Navy's ongoing efforts to expand U.S. missile propulsion manufacturing capabilities.
This contract builds on Ursa Major's previous collaboration with the Navy, which included a $25 million investment in solid rocket motor prototyping. The Mk 104 is integral to the Navy's Standard Missile family, powering variants like the SM-2, SM-3, and SM-6, essential for both offensive and defensive operations.
Looking ahead, Ursa Major's innovative Lynx manufacturing approach aims to produce solid rocket motors efficiently, addressing production bottlenecks. The Navy's investment signifies a commitment to diversifying the supply chain for solid rocket motors, enhancing production capacity as demand for advanced missile systems continues to rise. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.
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US Navy races to boost Standard Missile output with $10M Mk 104 rocket motor deal
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