Air Force Taps Firm for Rocket Cargo System
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A Colorado engineering firm has been awarded a $4.3 million contract to help design the US Air Force's rocket cargo system, which aims to transport supplies anywhere on Earth in under two hours. The system could potentially replace cargo planes. The firm will work with the Air Force to explore the feasibility of rocket-based cargo transport.
Why it matters
The development of a rocket cargo system could revolutionize military logistics, enabling rapid and flexible transportation of supplies over long distances. This technology has significant implications for the US Air Force's ability to respond to emerging threats and support global operations.
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