SBIR/STTR
Polymer Matrix Composites using Fused Deposition Modeling Technology, Phase I
Project Introduction
Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is an additive manufacturing technology that allows fabrication of complex three-dimensional geometries layer-by-layer. The goal of the present proposal is to extend FDM technology to create new polymer matrix composites (PMCs) comprising of polymers and inorganic matrices.
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Anticipated Benefits
(a) Aerospace, Aviation and UAV (b) Turbine blades and engine parts (e) Cryogenic and high temperature (f) Damage-tolerant, repairable, hydrophobic (g) Crew exploration vehicles (a) Aerospace and Defense (b) Medical implants (c) Construction (d) Automotive (e) Consumer goods (f) Mass transportation
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Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Marshall Space Flight Center
(MSFC)
|
Lead Organization | NASA Center | Huntsville, AL |
| Materials Modification, Inc. | Supporting Organization | Industry | Fairfax, VA |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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Alabama
-
Virginia
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Organizational Responsibility
Responsible Mission Directorate:
- Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD)
Lead Center / Facility:
- Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC)
Responsible Program:
- SBIR/STTR
Project Management
Program Director:
Program Manager:
Principal Investigator:
- Kausik Mukhopadhyay
Project Duration
Start: Feb 2012
End: Feb 2013
Technology Maturity (TRL)
| Start: | 2 |
| Current: | 2 |
| Estimated End: | 3 |
Applied Research
Development
Demo & Test
Technology Areas
Primary:
- TA 12 Materials, Structures, Mechanical Systems and Manufacturing
- TA 12.4 Manufacturing