Game Changing Development
Station Explorer for X-Ray Timing and Navigation Technology (SEXTANT)
Project Description
Enable GPS-like autonomous navigation in Solar System, and beyond, using millisecond period X-ray emitting neutron stars (Millisecond Pulsars) as beacons. Explore utility of pulsar-based time scale, and potential to maintain clock synchronization over long distances
More »Anticipated Benefits
Autonomous navgation available anywhere in the Solar System and beyond, reduce load on space networks.
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Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Goddard Space Flight Center
(GSFC)
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Lead Organization | NASA Center | Greenbelt, Maryland |
Johnson Space Center
(JSC)
|
Supporting Organization | NASA Center | Houston, Texas |
|
Marshall Space Flight Center
(MSFC)
|
Supporting Organization | NASA Center | Huntsville, Alabama |
| Co-Funding Partners | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Exploration Capabilities | NASA Program |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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Alabama
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Maryland
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Massachusetts
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Texas
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