Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Tech Transfer
Low-Mass VOST Valve, Phase I
Project Description
A cylindrical, low-mass, high-efficiency, leak-proof cryogenic valve will be designed using composites and exotic metals. Based upon cryogenically-proven Venturi Off-Set Technology (VOST) the valve has no stem-actuator, few moving parts, and an overall cylindrical shape. The valve geometry will help reduce launch vehicle complexity and facilitate assembly and test. Reliability and safety and will be enhanced due to the inherent simplicity and leak-proof design of the VOST valve.
Organizational Responsibility
Responsible Mission Directorate | Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) |
Responsible Program | Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Tech Transfer (SBIR/STTR) |
Lead Organization | Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) |
Project Duration
Start: 2004-01-16
End: 2004-07-19
Partner Organizations
Marshall Space Flight Center | Lead Organization | NASA Center |
Big Horn Valve, Inc. | Supporting Organization | Industry |
Project Contacts
Zachary A Gray | Principal Investigator |
Program Director | |
Program Manager |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
Alabama
Wyoming
Technology Area
Primary Technology Area:
Propulsion Systems/
01.1 Chemical Space Propulsion/
01.1.1 Integrated Systems and Ancillary Technologies
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