Aerojet Rocketdyne’s Innovative Solid Rocket Motor Technology Supports the U.S. Army’s LC-TERM Program

Rhea-AI Summary

Aerojet Rocketdyne has successfully tested an advanced solid rocket motor as part of the U.S. Army's Low Cost Tactical Extended Range Missile (LC-TERM) Technology Program. This test, conducted in Camden, Arkansas, showcased lower weight components and higher performance propulsion technologies to extend the range of the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS). The motor met all test requirements, demonstrating the company’s capability to enhance warfighter effectiveness. The LC-TERM program aims to mature tactical missile technologies for the Long Range Precision Fires missile portfolio.

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• Successful static test of advanced solid rocket motor, enhancing MLRS capabilities.
• Demonstrated lower weight and higher performance propulsion technologies.
• Successful alignment with U.S. Army's tactical missile development goals.

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Feb. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aerojet Rocketdyne has successfully tested an advanced solid rocket motor as part of the U.S. Army Low Cost Tactical Extended Range Missile (LC-TERM) Technology Program. Capabilities demonstrated under the LC-TERM program have applicability to the U.S. Army’s Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) family of munitions.

“This successful test demonstrates Aerojet Rocketdyne’s advanced propulsion capabilities that continue to position our warfighters with a superior technical advantage,” said Eileen P. Drake, Aerojet Rocketdyne CEO and president.

The static test, completed at the company’s Camden, Arkansas site, demonstrated lower weight components and higher performance tactical propulsion technologies that can provide MLRS with extended-range capability. The solid rocket motor met all test requirements and performed as expected through the duration of the test.

The LC-TERM Technology Program strives to mature tactical missile technologies and transition them to the Long Range Precision Fires missile portfolio.

Aerojet Rocketdyne is a leader in advanced tactical, strategic and missile defense solid rocket motor propulsion technology. The company is making innovative propulsion systems more affordable through investments that include its Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Huntsville, Alabama and its Engineering, Manufacturing and Development facility in Camden, Arkansas.

About Aerojet Rocketdyne: Aerojet Rocketdyne, a subsidiary of Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:AJRD), is a world-recognized aerospace and defense leader that provides propulsion systems and energetics to the space, missile defense and strategic systems, and tactical systems areas, in support of domestic and international customers. For more information, visit www.Rocket.com and www.AerojetRocketdyne.com. Follow Aerojet Rocketdyne and CEO Eileen Drake on Twitter at @AerojetRdyne and @DrakeEileen.

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Media Contact:
Eileen Lainez, Aerojet Rocketdyne, 571-239-7839
eileen.lainez@rocket.com

FAQ

What recent achievement did Aerojet Rocketdyne announce regarding the LC-TERM program?

Aerojet Rocketdyne announced the successful testing of an advanced solid rocket motor as part of the U.S. Army LC-TERM Technology Program.

How does the recent test impact the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS)?

The successful test enhances MLRS capabilities by demonstrating extended-range propulsion technology.

Where was the solid rocket motor test conducted?

The solid rocket motor test was conducted at Aerojet Rocketdyne's facility in Camden, Arkansas.

What are the goals of the LC-TERM Technology Program?

The LC-TERM Technology Program aims to mature tactical missile technologies for the Long Range Precision Fires missile portfolio.

What is Aerojet Rocketdyne's role in missile propulsion technology?

Aerojet Rocketdyne is a leader in advanced tactical, strategic, and missile defense solid rocket motor propulsion technology.