Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Tech Transfer
Hybrid Propulsion for Upper-Stage Boosters
Project Description
The objective of the proposed research and development effort is to demonstrate the feasibility of an innovative approach to high-performance hybrid propulsion for upper-stages. The missions for these propulsion systems include launching small- and nano-satellites and conducting hypersonic flight test operations. The focus of the research effort will be on achieving high specific impulse by means of an innovative approach to nozzle design. The technology will be experimentally demonstrated in a series of hot-fire tests during the proposed research program.
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Anticipated Benefits
Small and nano-satellite launchers, Hypersonic flight test for propulsion and materials development, sub-orbital sounding rockets.
Commercial and military small launch vehicle, DoD missile defense, Civilian space tourism. More »
Commercial and military small launch vehicle, DoD missile defense, Civilian space tourism. More »
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Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exquadrum, Inc. | Lead Organization |
Industry
Minority-Owned Business,
Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB)
|
Adelanto, California |
Armstrong Flight Research Center
(AFRC)
|
Supporting Organization | NASA Center | Edwards, California |
| The University of Alabama in Huntsville | Supporting Organization | Academia | Huntsville, Alabama |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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Alabama
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California
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