SMRTR Science & EngineeringApr 24, 2025Interesting Engineering

100W to 2,000W: Rocket Lab’s solar arrays deliver tailored power for satellites

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Rocket Lab has introduced STARRAY, a new line of customizable solar arrays for satellites. The system can provide power from 100 watts to over 2,000 watts, meeting diverse needs across orbital environments. STARRAY offers pre-engineered configurations to reduce costs and development time for satellite manufacturers. The technology builds on Rocket Lab's vertically integrated manufacturing and over 20 years of flight heritage powering major space programs. Over 1,100 satellites currently use Rocket Lab's solar solutions.

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