United Launch Alliance
Founded Year
2006Stage
Grant - II | AliveTotal Raised
$38.9MLast Raised
$25M | 2 mos agoAbout United Launch Alliance
United Launch Alliance (ULA) is an aerospace company that provides launch services using three expendable launch systems – Delta II, Delta IV, and Atlas V. It offers program management, engineering, test, and mission support services for launching rockets, serving the Department of Defense, NASA, the national reconnaissance office, and other government organizations. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Englewood, Colorado.
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United Launch Alliance Patents
United Launch Alliance has filed 24 patents.
The 3 most popular patent topics include:
- Fluid dynamics
- Spacecraft propulsion
- Industrial gases
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5/27/2021 | 8/8/2023 | Grant |
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Latest United Launch Alliance News
Sep 10, 2023
News provided by Share this article Atlas V delivers high priority mission directly to Geosynchronous Orbit CAPE CANAVERAL SPACE FORCE STATION, Fla., Sept. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket carrying the SILENTBARKER/NROL-107 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and the United States Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC) lifted off on Sept.10 at 8:47 a.m. EDT from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. To date, ULA has launched 157 times with 100 percent mission success. Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Fla., (Sept. 10, 2023) A ULA Atlas V rocket carrying the SILENTBARKER/NROL-107 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office and the United States Space Force lifts off from Space Launch Complex-41 at 8:47 a.m. EDT on September 10.Photos by United Launch Alliance "We're grateful for the opportunity to continue to build on a legacy of outstanding teamwork and collaboration with our national security partners," said Gary Wentz, ULA vice president of Government and Commercial Programs. "We specialize in complex high-energy orbits and the team is proud to have launched this mission direct to geosynchronous Earth orbit (GEO) to meet our nation's space protection needs." SILENTBARKER/NROL-107 was ULA's 98th launch for national security and was the final NRO launch aboard an Atlas V rocket as ULA transitions future missions to the next generation Vulcan rocket that will offer unprecedented flexibility in a single system with streamlined operations and greater affordability. ULA's next launch is the Amazon Project Kuiper Protoflight mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. About United Launch Alliance Leveraging a legacy of 100 percent mission success launching more than 155 missions to explore, protect and enhance our world, ULA is the nation's most experienced and reliable launch service provider with world-leading reliability, schedule confidence, and mission optimization. We deliver value unmatched by any launch services company in the industry, a tireless drive to improve, and commitment to the extraordinary. For more information on ULA, visit the ULA website at www.ulalaunch.com and join the conversation on social media @ulalaunch. Photos available on the ULA Flickr page. SOURCE United Launch Alliance
United Launch Alliance Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was United Launch Alliance founded?
United Launch Alliance was founded in 2006.
Where is United Launch Alliance's headquarters?
United Launch Alliance's headquarters is located at Galileo Operations Center, Englewood.
What is United Launch Alliance's latest funding round?
United Launch Alliance's latest funding round is Grant - II.
How much did United Launch Alliance raise?
United Launch Alliance raised a total of $38.9M.
Who are the investors of United Launch Alliance?
Investors of United Launch Alliance include NASA.
Who are United Launch Alliance's competitors?
Competitors of United Launch Alliance include SpinLaunch and 4 more.
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