Atmospheric Re-entry Sensor Array for Temperature and Pressure
Project Introduction
Utilizing MEMS technology, we will be able to fabricate smaller sensors that are more apt to withstand the harsh environment of the re-entry process. Therefore, sensors can be reused if necessary. Material stability during descent would allow MARSA to accurately sense pressures. Moreover, MARSA can be reused for multiple re-entries just as SpaceX does with the Dragon Spacecraft’s heat-shield on SpaceX’s Dragon.
More »Anticipated Benefits
Development of MARSA will further Goddard’s MEMS capabilities and increase Goddard’s growing library of MEMS devices. For example, the sensors used for MARSA could be integrated for other microfluidic applications such as lab-on-a-chip analytical instruments. All microfluidic devices have a need to know what the pressures and temperatures are within the device.
More »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 |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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Maryland
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Organizational Responsibility
Responsible Mission Directorate:
- Mission Support Directorate (MSD)
Lead Center / Facility:
- Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC)
Responsible Program:
- Center Independent Research & Development: GSFC IRAD
Project Management
Project Duration
Technology Areas
Primary:
- TX08 Sensors and Instruments
- TX08.3 In-Situ Instruments and Sensors
- TX08.3.4 Environment Sensors
