Grippers Based on Opposing Van Der Waals Adhesive Pads

Abstract: Novel gripping structures based on van der Waals adhesive forces are disclosed. Pads covered with…

Acoustic Liners for Turbine Engines

Abstract: An improved acoustic liner for turbine engines is disclosed. The acoustic liner may include a…

Tunable Passive Vibration Suppressor

Abstract: An apparatus and method for vibration suppression using a granular particle chain. The granular particle…

Silicon Alignment Pins: An Easy Way to Realize a Wafer-To-Wafer Alignment

Abstract: A silicon alignment pin is used to align successive layers of components made in semiconductor…

Performance Investigation of a Full-Scale Hybrid Composite Bull Gear

Abstract: Hybrid composite gears have been investigated as a weight saving technology for rotorcraft transmissions. These…

Experimental Durability Testing of 4H SiC JFET Integrated Circuit Technology at 727 Degrees Centigrade

Abstract: We have reported SiC integrated circuits (ICs) with two levels of metal interconnect that have…

Intelligent (Autonomous) Power Controller Development for Human Deep Space Exploration

Abstract: As NASAs Evolvable Mars Campaign and other exploration initiatives continue to mature they have identified…

Usage of Multi-Mission Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generators (MMRTGs) for Future Potential Missions

Abstract: The goal of NASAs Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) Program is to make RPS ready and…

Hybrid Electric Propulsion Technologies for Commercial Transports

Abstract: NASA Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate has set strategic research thrusts to address the major drivers…

The Role of Flow Diagnostic Techniques in Fan and Open Rotor Noise Modeling

Abstract: A principal source of turbomachinery noise is the interaction of the rotating and stationary blade…