Northrop Tests GEM 63XL Rocket Motor

Jen DiMascio August 14, 2020
GEM 63XL
Credit: Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman on Aug. 13 conducted the first ground test of an extended-length solid rocket motor it is developing with United Launch Alliance (ULA) for the Vulcan Centaur rocket at Northrop’s facility in Promontary, Utah. The 63-in.-dia. Graphite Epoxy Motor (GEM 63XL) is being created to add...
Jen DiMascio

Based in Washington, Jen previously managed Aviation Week’s worldwide defense, space and security coverage.

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