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Northrop Grumman Modular Space Vehicle Completes PDR

Wednesday, November 16th, 2011

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Northrop Grumman [NOC] said that it has recently completed on schedule the preliminary design review (PDR) for its modular space vehicle (MSV), bringing it to the critical design review stage and closer to manufacturing. The MSV is being developed and manufactured as a rapid response space initiative for combatant commanders, the company added in a press release. The review determines the system's compatibility with performance, technical requirements and system specifications. Northrop Grumman is working with teammates ATA and DesignNet Engineering.…

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