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Fusion42 · 8 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Rocket Lab has launched IMM Apex, a next-generation high-efficiency solar cell that eliminates reliance on supply-constrained germanium, reducing costs and supply risks for space missions while being compatible with existing systems.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Govtech.
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Your space hardware now has a lighter, cheaper power source that fits existing designs without changes. Move fast to integrate IMM Apex or watch competitors cut costs and risks first.
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