Abstract: The Station Explorer for X-ray Timing and Navigation Technology (SEXTANT) is a technology demonstration enhancement…
Author: New NASA STI
Modeling for Battery Prognostics
Abstract: For any battery-powered vehicles (be it unmanned aerial vehicles, small passenger aircraft, or assets in…
Imaging X-Ray Polarimetry Explorer Mission Attitude Determination and Control Concept
Abstract: The goal of the Imaging X-Ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) Mission is to expand understanding of…
Corrosion on Mars: An Investigation of Corrosion Mechanisms Under Relevant Simulated Martian Environments
Abstract: This one-year project was selected by NASA's Science Innovation Fund in FY17 to address Corrosion…
Use of the Ames Check Standard Model for the Validation of Wall Interference Corrections
Abstract: The new check standard model of the NASA Ames 11-ft Transonic Wind Tunnel was chosen…
Triton Hopper: Exploring Neptune’s Captured Kuiper Belt Object
Abstract: Neptune's moon Triton is a fascinating object, a dynamic moon with an atmosphere, and geysers.…
Overview of the Development and Mission Application of the Advanced Electric Propulsion System (AEPS)
Abstract: NASA remains committed to the development and demonstration of a high-power solar electric propulsion capability…
Orifice Mass Flow Calculation in NASA’s W-8 Single Stage Axial Compressor Facility
Abstract: Updates to the orifice mass flow calculation for the W-8 Single Stage Axial Compressor Facility…
The Nano-Sat Exo-Brake Experiment: Status of the First Controlled De-Orbit (and Subsequent Experiments)
Abstract: The design and operational experience with the first controlled Exo-Brake system flown during March, 2017,…
Human Factors in Aerospace: Examples from Projects at NASA Ames
Abstract: Human factors is a critical consideration in system performance and system safety. This presentation provides…