Raytheon, Ursa Major Test Long-Range Rocket Motor for U.S. Army
Latest propulsion technology promises affordable precision munitions with extended range
Raytheon and propulsion company Ursa Major have announced the completion of a missile flight test for their long-range solid rocket motor.
Developed for the U.S. Army, the rocket motor demonstrates a new generation of propulsion technology aimed at providing affordable and precise solutions for extended-range strikes.
The partnership leverages digital engineering to accelerate design and development timelines.
Ursa Major utilized additive manufacturing techniques to streamline the development process. Nearly 300 static test fires were conducted in 2023.
The program is entering its next phase, focusing on manufacturing improvements ahead of further flight tests in 2025 and potential qualification in 2026.
In 2023, RTX Ventures invested in Ursa Major to accelerate the development of rocket motor technologies, reinforcing the partnership’s goal of delivering affordable precision-guided munitions to meet the Army's operational requirements.
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