Using Masten’s precision GN&C, our launch vehicles are capable of very precise movements above any surface, providing insight into the process of a vertical landing rocket vehicle. This information is useful to the space program and those developing methods for building extra terrestrial landing pads using in-situ resources. Additionally, these studies can provide information on the impact of landing vertically to the spacecraft and nearby environment.

The capability to land vertically offers an excellent opportunity for hardware and software risk reduction for the nation’s future vertical landing vehicles. Our cross-range capability gives us the ability to test sensors and software necessary for permanent lunar outposts and Martian exploration.

The ability to fly both lunar and martian landing profiles combined with a flexible platform for various levels of GN&C integration gives our vehicles unique low cost risk reduction and technology maturation opportunities for lunar landing necessary software and hardware.