Center Innovation Fund: JPL CIF
Distributed Pyro Initiation System Project
Project Description
Evaluate Current State of the Art; Define Critical Performance Requirements; Select Components; Smart Initiator or Smart Connector; Perform Detailed Cost/Benefit Analysis; Develop System Architecture; Build Prototype System; Qualify Prototype System to TRL 6; Develop Full Qualification Plan for implementation on JPL Flight Project.
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Anticipated Benefits
We propose to replace the existing massive cable system with a simpler and much lighter "bussed" system significantly reducing cable mass and complexity. This can be used for a large range of NASA missions improving reliability and reducing mass.
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Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) | Lead Organization | FFRDC/UARC | Pasadena, California |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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California
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