28 DESIGN007 MAGAZINE I NOVEMBER 2025
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UK Space Agency Goes Global with 23
New Projects ⊲
This is the second round of projects from the suc-
cessful International Bilateral Fund (IBF), represent-
ing a £6.5 million boost for UK companies and uni-
versities collaborating internationally on space inno-
vation with partners in Australia, Canada, France,
Germany, India, Japan, Lithuania, and the USA.
RTX Unveils New APG-82(V)X Radar
Enhanced With Gallium Nitride ⊲
The new radar variant incorporates cutting-edge
gallium nitride (GaN) technology to enhance the
radar's effectiveness, delivering increased range,
advanced air-to-air, air-to-ground and electronic
warfare capabilities.
Saab to Lead NATO's New Underwater
Battlespace Project ⊲
The Saab-led MANGROVE consortium has been
selected by NATO to lead the Allied Underwater
Battlespace Mission Network project (AUWB-MN).
The project formally commenced September 1,
2025 and will deliver interoperability for Maritime
Uncrewed Systems and conventional platforms
across allied nations.
Space Forge Inc. and United
Semiconductors LLC Partner to
Develop the Supply Chain for Space-
grown Semiconductor Materials ⊲
Space Forge Inc has announced the signing of a
strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
with United Semiconductors LLC. The agreement
formalizes the ongoing collaborative efforts that
started over a year ago, marking a significant step
forward in strengthening the partnership between
the two companies.
INVISIO Earns US Coast Guard 10-year
Contract for Wireless Boat Crew
Communications System ⊲
Under the agreement, INVISIO will provide wire-
less interface and integration systems consisting of
the INVISIO Intercom system in combination with
the new INVISIO Link™ wireless solution, as well as
headsets, controllers, intelligent cables, training,
and installation materials for all the Coast Guard's
small boats.
Redwire Awarded Contract to Provide
Roll-out Solar Arrays for Axiom Space's
First Space Station Module ⊲
Redwire Corporation has been awarded a contract
from Axiom Space to develop and deliver roll-out
solar array (ROSA) wings for Axiom Station's Payload
Power Thermal Module (AxPPTM)—the first module
for the company's commercial space station.
RTX's Advanced Electronic Warfare
Prototype for F/A-18E/F Super Hornet
Passes Critical Review ⊲
Raytheon, an RTX business, has successfully com-
pleted a major review of its new Advanced Electronic
Warfare (ADVEW) prototype for the U.S. Navy's
F/A-18E/F Super Hornet. This new system is set to
replace current electronic warfare systems on the
aircraft to enhance its defensive capabilities and
survivability.
Honeywell Successfully Demonstrates
Counter Swarm Drone Technology to
Military Operators ⊲
Honeywell successfully showcased its Station-
ary and Mobile UAS Reveal and Intercept sys-
tem and its ability to counter swarm drones in two
recent demonstrations to local military operators
in the United States. The system can be operated
directly from a ground vehicle.
Highlights From the IMAPS Onshoring
Advanced Packaging Workshop in
Washington, D.C. ⊲
IMAPS and the Global Electronics Association co-
hosted the Onshoring Advanced Packaging and
Assembly Workshop in Washington, D.C., in early
September. Government leaders, including those
from the Department of Defense, attended and
were directly involved in organizing the content of
the sessions. Jim Will, director of the U.S. Partner-
ship for Assured Electronics, speaks about his role
in the event.
