ESA Awards Argonaut Lander Robotic Arm Prototype Contract

MANUS System Will be Developed by Redwire

The European Space Agency (ESA) has awarded a contract for the development of a robotic arm prototype for the agency’s Argonaut Lunar Lander to Redwire. ESA is working to establish the capability for Europe to land 1,500-1,800 kg (3,300-4,000 pounds) of cargo, infrastructure, and scientific instruments on the lunar surface.

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