$117,747,492
to BAE SYSTEMS SPACE & MISSION SYSTEMS INC.
IGF::CL::IGF IMAGING X-RAY POLARIMETRY EXPLORER (IXPE) PHASE A
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What the model surfaced from this award
Develops imaging and polarimetry technology for NASA's IXPE space telescope to observe X-ray emissions from celestial objects.
IXPE advances U.S. capabilities in X-ray astronomy and space-based scientific instrumentation, strengthening leadership in space exploration.
BAE Systems will source specialized X-ray optics, detectors, and spacecraft components from aerospace supply chain partners.
Demonstrates U.S. investment in advanced space science capabilities; X-ray astronomy technology has dual-use implications for space domain awareness.
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