We are excited to announce that RPS has been selected for the 2023 National Security Innovation Network Vector accelerator cohort. Over the next 10 weeks, our team will be working to develop dual-use applications of our low-cost “Centurion” rocket engine technology. We are excited to explore how our company might help address key national security priorities including Ukraine, strategic deterrence, and Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2).

NSIN is a program office in the U.S. Department of Defense, nested within the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU). NSIN is set up to collaborate with a wide variety of innovators to include universities, researchers, students, entrepreneurs and start-ups. NSIN creates opportunities for collaboration across communities and connect those that might not traditionally work in national security. Together, NSIN helps drive national security innovation and develop technologies that directly support the individuals responsible for protecting our country.

Vector seeks to identify and assist the next generation of dual-use ventures as they develop solutions supporting the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). Vector gives participating teams the tools to pursue business opportunities with the government. NSIN Vector seeks to advance the development of early-stage ventures. The program welcomes companies that started in the commercial market and are interested in exploring the DoD market and companies that began in the DoD market and are seeking to grow.