Evolution Space announced in partnership with The Spaceport Company the successful sea-based launch of a sub-scale hypersonic test rocket to 55,500 ft from the Gulf of Mexico. The launch, conducted by The Spaceport Company from their new offshore launch vessel, was performed to test their proprietary motion compensation platform as part of their ongoing services for the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU).
Coming less than a week after Evolution's AFWERX SBIR Phase II hypersonic contract announcement, Evolution's participation demonstrated the precision and proficiency of their hypersonic technology in the at sea mission by providing a sub-scale rocket vehicle and launch coordination services.
The success of The Spaceport Company's test goes beyond addressing the space launch site congestion challenge. It provides the Department of Defense with a new and unique range for hypersonic and missile testing, a development that aligns perfectly with Evolution's mission to provide innovative and adaptable defense solutions.
