Center Independent Research & Development: JPL IRAD
Asteroid Retrieval Technology
Project Introduction
Develop key technologies for capturing and returning a small asteroid and returning it to near the Moon.
More »Anticipated Benefits
Missions will benefit from the development of key technologies for capturing and returning a small asteroid and returning it to near the Moon.
More »Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
(JPL)
|
Lead Organization | NASA Center | Pasadena, CA |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
-
California
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Organizational Responsibility
Responsible Mission Directorate:
- Mission Support Directorate (MSD)
Lead Center / Facility:
- Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)
Responsible Program:
- Center Independent Research & Development: JPL IRAD
Project Management
Project Manager:
- Jonas Zmuidzinas
Principal Investigator:
- John R Brophy
Project Duration
Start: Oct 2012
End: Oct 2013
Technology Maturity (TRL)
| Start: | 2 |
| Estimated End: | 4 |
Applied Research
Development
Demo & Test