Redwire Deploys 60 kW Roll-Out Solar Array for First Lunar Orbit Space Station

Lunar Gateway Roll-Out Solar Arrays Tested

The first deployment test for a Redwire Roll-Out Solar Array (ROSA) for the lunar Gateway’s Power and Propulsion Element (PPE) has been completed. The Gateway ROSAs will generate an unprecedented 60kW - making these the most powerful ROSAs ever built."These ROSAs represent a significant technology achievement that will propel human spaceflight into a bold future.” Adam Biskner, RedwireWith this robust power supply, Gateway will offer extensive c…

Redwire deploys a powerful Roll-Out Solar Array + prepares for major delivery in Q4 – SatNews

Redwire Corporation (NYSE: RDW) has successfully completed the first deployment test for one of its Roll-Out Solar Arrays (ROSA) for the lunar Gateway’s Power and Propulsion Element (PPE). Powered by PPE and Redwire’s ROSAs, the Gateway will represent the pinnacle of solar electric propulsion technology, a key capability not just for future exploration missions to the Moon and Mars, but for national security platforms as well. The Gateway ROSAs…

Atomic 6 receives 2M Space Force award to advance next generation solar arrays

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 07, 2025 Atomic-6 has secured a $2 million Tactical Funding Increase (TACFI) from the U.S. Space Force's Space Systems Command to accelerate development of its Light Wing solar array. The award supports a 21-month effort to mature and qualify the technology for commercial and defense missions. The all-composite Light Wing array offers more than four times the power-per-kilogram of current systems,

Redwire deploys 60 kW roll-out solar array for first lunar orbit space station

The U.S. company held the first test deployment of its solar arrays designed to power solar-electric propulsion systems for the Gateway space station.From pv magazine USA Jacksonville, Florida-based Redwire Corporation announced it completed the first deployment test of its roll-out solar arrays (ROSA) for the lunar Gateway space station. Redwire said the 60 kW ROSAs are its most powerful yet. The arrays are engineered to power solar electric pr…