Abstract: In preparation of the 2020 Astrophysics Decadal Survey, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has…
Author: New NASA STI
An Advanced Loop Heat Pipe for Cryogenic Applications
Abstract: A loop heat pipe (LHP) is a very versatile heat transfer device that can transport…
Contamination Mitigation Strategies for Long Duration Human Spaceflight Missions
Abstract: Contamination control issues are particularly challenging for long-term human spaceflight and are associated with the…
The Effects of Normal Metal Stripes on TES Performance
Abstract: Exploring the effects of size and geometry of normal metal features on the transition shapes…
Thermal Considerations for Reducing the Cooldown and Warmup Duration of the James Webb Space Telescope OTIS Cryo-Vacuum Test
Abstract: The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), set to launch in 2018, is NASAs next-generation flagship…
AZ-2000-IECW and StaMet Black Kapton Options for Solar Probe Plus MAG Sensor MLI Kevlar/Polyimide Shells
Abstract: AZ-2000-IECW white paint and StaMet black Kapton have been evaluated for the Kevlar/polyimide shells that…
Design and Requirements Creep In A Build-To-Print Mission
Abstract: Build-to-Print designs, or rebuilds of flight proven designs, are attractive to mission stakeholders, as they…
Failure Analysis of Heavy-Ion-Irradiated Schottky Diodes
Abstract: In this work, we use high- and low-magnitude optical microscope images, infrared camera images, and…
Thermal Considerations for Reducing the Cooldown and Warmup Duration of the James Webb Space Telescope OTIS Cryo-Vacuum Test
Abstract: The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), set to launch in 2018, is NASAs next-generation flagship…
Evaluation of CVI SiC/SiC Composites for High Temperature Applications
Abstract: Silicon carbide fiber reinforced silicon carbide (SiC/SiC) composites are candidate materials for various high temperature…