Abstract: Polymict ureilites contain a variety of Less than or equal to mm to cm sized…
Author: New NASA STI
Review of Significant Incidents and Close Calls in Human Spaceflight from a Human Factors Perspective
Abstract: This project aims to identify poor human factors design decisions that led to error-prone systems,…
Annual Highlights of Results from the International Space Station
Abstract: To date, research on the International Space Station (ISS) has helped answer scientific questions ranging…
Comparison of Propulsion Options for Human Exploration of Mars
Abstract: NASA continues to advance plans to extend human presence beyond low-Earth orbit leading to human…
Advancing Supersonic Retropropulsion Using Mars-Relevant Flight Data: An Overview
Abstract: Advanced robotic and human missions to Mars require landed masses well in excess of current…
Development of an Input Suite for an Orthotropic Composite Material Model
Abstract: An orthotropic three-dimensional material model suitable for use in modeling impact tests has been developed…
LES Investigation of Wake Development in a Transonic Fan Stage for Aeroacoustic Analysis
Abstract: Detailed development of the rotor wake and its interaction with the stator are investigated with…
Implementation of a Tabulated Failure Model Into a Generalized Composite Material Model Suitable for Use in Impact Problems
Abstract: The need for accurate material models to simulate the deformation, damage and failure of polymer…
NASA’s Optical Program on Ascension Island: Bringing MCAT to Life as the Eugene Stansbery-Meter Class Autonomous Telescope (ES-MCAT)
Abstract: In June 2015, the construction of the Meter Class Autonomous Telescope was completed and MCAT…