Blue Canyon Technologies, part of RTX's Raytheon business, is expanding its reaction wheel production capacity from 650 to 2,400 units annually to meet growing demand in the space industry. Reaction wheels are critical for controlling spacecraft orientation without propulsion, and the company offers 13 product variants for satellites ranging from small CubeSats to larger spacecraft. Investments include facility expansion, new equipment, and supplier agreements to ensure steady supply and maintain performance. This move supports the increasing number of satellite missions and strengthens Blue Canyon's position in the new space economy.
Raytheon successfully demonstrated its Next Generation Short Range Interceptor (NGSRI), designed to replace the Stinger missile for the U.S. Army. The demo showed the missile's improved range, precision, and lethality, using advanced optics and a new...
Pratt & Whitney has enhanced its engine inspection process by acquiring Amsterdam-based Aiir Innovations and integrating its AI-assisted borescope software. This technology improves the consistency and efficiency of inspections for commercial, civil,...
