Northrop Grumman plans for Cygnus technology to be the backbone of its commercial space ventures.
Credit: Northrop Grumman
SEATTLE–Northrop Grumman plans to increase the cargo capacity of its Cygnus cargo spacecraft from 3,750 kg to 5,000 kg (8,270-1,000 lb.). The Cygnus “Mission B” version will be lengthened about 1.5 m (5. ft.) and would become the company’s standard space freighter when it launches as part of the NG...
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