Technology Demonstration Missions
Solar Sail Demonstration (SSD)
Project Description
Demonstrate effective packaging & autonomous deployment of a full-scale, flight-ready Solar Sail assembly in 1-g
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Mature solar sail technology and demonstrate viability through ground demonstration of flight-ready solar sail. Demonstrate automated deployment of full-scale sail including deployment and exercise of control vanes.
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Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| L'Garde, Inc. | Supporting Organization |
Industry
Minority-Owned Business
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Tustin, California |
| Micro Aerospace Solutions, Inc. | Supporting Organization | Industry | Melbourne, Florida |
| National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) | Supporting Organization | Other US Government | College Park, Maryland |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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California
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Florida
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Maryland
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