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a. Innovativeness of the proposed technology Forever Analytical Services (FAS) has developed particle-induced gamma-ray emissions (PIGE) spectroscopy for the high-throughput screening of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water. This proposal seeks to extend the utility of this technique to the field by developing a field-deployable solid phase extraction (SPE) device containing a filt ...

Future space exploration missions will rely on in situ production, storage, and transfer of cryogenic rocket propellants. Engineers need accurate and efficient modeling tools to design the next generation of lightweight, efficient cryogenic propellant management devices and processes. Predictive models for key fluid dynamics and heat transfer behavior must be tailored for use with cryogenic propel ...

Micro-Precision Technologies, Inc. (MPT), in partnership with the Center for Advanced Microelectronics Manufacturing (CAMM) at Binghamton University, will develop a commercially-ready process for spaceborne additively manufactured electronics (AME) combining the ruggedness and reliability of MPTrsquo;s thick film ceramic technology with the design freedom of CAMMrsquo;s aerosol jet printing techno ...

The proposed effort concerns technologies related to cryogenic propellant production, storage, transfer, and usage to support NASArsquo;s in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) goals. nbsp;They include a broad range of applications, scales, and environments consistent with future NASA missions to the Moon and Mars.nbsp;nbsp;More specifically, the project will addressnbsp;development of a piecewise-sm ...

Achieving trustworthy and trusted autonomy starts early in the development process through performing hazard analysis, fault analysis, identifying mitigating requirements, and carefully and rigorously tracing those requirements all the way into design, models, implementation, and tests. However, traceability can be time-consuming, costly, and error-prone. To address these challenges, significant a ...

Cryogenic propellant production, storage, and transport is critical for future space missions. Engineers need accurate tools to design the next generation of efficient, lightweight components and processes for cryogenic fluid management (CFM). Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations are key for these efforts, but current commercial codes struggle to capture key behavior at liquid-vapor inte ...

GTLrsquo;s breakthrough ultra-lightweight composite dewar-tank technology is game changing by providing hydrogen weight fractions in excess of 59% for small tanks, with over 70% achievable with medium scale LH2 tanks, including vacuum insulation. This capability addresses a critical need in the conversion of single-aisle aircraft from Jet-A to liquid hydrogen to eliminate carbon emissions. With GT ...

Ultrasonic Technology Solutions (UTS) is based in Knoxville, Tennessee, and formed as a spin-off start-up from Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is proposing to develop an ultra-fastnbsp;ultrasonic washing and dryer combination for space applications.NASArsquo;s Life Support and Habitation Systems Focus Area seeks key capabilities and technology solutions that enable extended human presence in ...

This proposal addresses technology for reusable propulsion and vehicle hot structures specified in topic H5.02:Propulsion systems for Commercial Space industry supporting NASA efforts.Upper stage engine systems, such as those for Space Launch System.Lunar/Mars lander descent/ascent propulsion systems.Aerodynamic structures for aeroshells, control surfaces, and leading edges for hypersonic flight v ...

This project will advance technology for the automated assembly of large truss towers.nbsp; Assembly of truss-based structures is one of the leading candidates for establishing some of the early lunar infrastructure.nbsp; Specifically, joining technologies and robotic tools are required to enable autonomous/automated assembly of tall towers as well as shelters, domes and habitats.nbsp; Automated a ...