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Aurora Labs has announced the signing of a non-binding memorandum of understanding with European multinational corporation MBDA for the development of complex weapon systems.
The agreement is expected to allow potential integration of Aurora’s advanced 3D-printed propulsion systems technology into future MBDA solutions.
Under the terms of the MOU, Aurora and MBDA (jointly owned by Airbus, BAE Systems and Leonardo) will collaborate to assess the suitability of Aurora’s 3D-printed propulsion technologies for integration into future MBDA solutions.
Work is expected to include detailed technical exchanges, engine performance assessments and evaluation of potential applications that align with MBDA’s future capability requirements. The collaboration will initially focus on exploring business and technical opportunities, while identifying additional areas of shared interest throughout the MOU’s validity period of three years.
Both parties are expected to collaborate on further development of A3D’s 3D-printed turbojet engine technologies and identification of additional project opportunities.
“This collaboration with MBDA represents a major milestone for the company and provides exceptional validation of our research and development and commercialisation initiatives to date,” Aurora Labs chief executive officer Rebekah Letheby said.
“We are very excited to be working alongside one of Europe’s most respected defence organisations and look forward to assisting them in driving further innovation across their existing programs.
“We are very confident that Aurora can demonstrate exceptional production and cost efficiencies as well as highlight how its advanced manufacturing techniques can enhance performance, increase workflow flexibility and improve supply-chain resilience.”
