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MSLS
Multi-Service Launch System (MSLS) is a new front end development under the Rocket System Launch Program (RLSP) utilizing minuteman boosters.
Mission
The MSLS can accomodate several minuteman combinations which would support a wide variety of mission requirements and launch sites such as a long-range strategic target. The primary mission of the up-coming launch will be to test the MSLS sub-orbital variant and some inherent orbital functions.
Description
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Provides for ballistic re-entry experiments
- Sandia National Laboratory (SNL) produced re-entry vehicle (RV) and penetration aid (penaid) deployment
- Multiple configurations, modern modular air vehicle components, flexible weapon systems interfaces, reduced costs
- Guidance, navigation, & control
LN-100 inertial measurement unit (computer)
GPS-aided
- Telemetry & Instrumentation
- Payloads up to 1,300 lbs
- Uses retired MM II ICBM launch vehicles
Prime Contractor: Lockheed Martin Astronautics
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