Pentagon Awards $7.1M for Satellite Glass
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The Pentagon has awarded $7.1 million to Martin Materials Solutions to expand US production of radiation-resistant cover glass for satellites. This glass is used on spacecraft solar arrays and thermal-control systems. The funding comes from the Defense Production Act.
Why it matters
This investment enhances the domestic production of critical satellite components, reducing reliance on foreign suppliers and supporting national security space capabilities.
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