The University of North Dakota Signs Memo of Understanding to Advance Hypersonics And Other Technologies

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(By Adam Kurtz. UND Today) – The University of North Dakota and Auriga Space signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), establishing a collaboration to advance electromagnetic launch technologies for national security applications.

The collaboration between UND and Auriga is focused on three core national security applications of Auriga’s electromagnetic propulsion technology: hypersonics, counter-UAS, and space.

Auriga’s innovative electromagnetic architecture enables low-cost, high-cadence, flexible payload launch capabilities that can be directly applied across all three technology areas. Through the collaboration, UND and Auriga will explore how the technology can support emerging national security needs.

UND is a recognized leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and counter-UAS research, including the University’s Research Institute for Autonomous Systems and the nation’s first undergraduate degree program in UAS. The University also conducts research in national security, space and hypersonics through programs such as the Space Studies program and the National Security Corridor, positioning UND as a strong partner for advancing Auriga’s technology.