EMCORE Corporation Secures New Contracts for Space Launch Vehicle Programs

EMCORE Corporation has announced the acquisition of new contracts related to two significant programs for space launch vehicles: the Booster Rate Gyro (BoRG) and the Tri-Axial Inertial Measurement Unit (TAIMU). These agreements stem from EMCORE’s recent purchase of the L3Harris Space and Navigation division.

Details of the Contracts

The BoRG program entails a contract exceeding $12 million, aimed at producing Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) that are essential for stabilizing the booster stage of a multistage launch system. Simultaneously occurring, the TAIMU program focuses on the development of IMUs designed for navigation and flight control of the upper stage in similar launch systems.Should EMCORE successfully demonstrate the necessary capabilities and quality standards, the company anticipates securing additional production contracts for the TAIMU program within the next year.

Leadership Insights

Albert Lu, the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Aerospace and Defense at EMCORE, expressed his enthusiasm: “we are privileged to provide our top-tier inertial navigation technology for these vital space launch vehicle initiatives.We aim to strengthen our collaboration with L3Harris by ensuring timely deliveries for both the BoRG and TAIMU programs.”