Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Tech Transfer
Compact, Dual Channel, Mid-IR Laser Spectrometer, Phase II
Project Description
The Small Business Innovative Research Phase II proposal seeks to develop a dual channel, compact mid-infrared laser spectrometer for planetary atmosphere exploration. The device will be capable of measuring numerous trace gases at 3.3 and 4.6 um without the need for cryogens. By using novel, fiber-coupled, solid state lasers, performance will be improved over traditional tunable diode laser sensors with a simplified operation that is rugged and low power.
Organizational Responsibility
Responsible Mission Directorate | Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) |
Responsible Program | Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Tech Transfer (SBIR/STTR) |
Lead Organization | Ames Research Center (ARC) |
Project Duration
Start: 2009-11-12
End: 2011-11-11
Partner Organizations
Ames Research Center | Lead Organization | NASA Center |
Novawave Technologies | Supporting Organization | Industry |
Project Contacts
Program Director | |
Program Manager |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
California
Technology Area
Primary Technology Area:
Sensors and Instruments/
08.1 Remote Sensing Instruments and Sensors/
08.1.5 Lasers
Technology Transitions
Project Start
Nov 2009:
Project started
Closed Out
Nov 2011:
Project closed out
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