Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Tech Transfer
Low Cost, Lightweight, Multifunctional Structural Shielding Materials, Phase I
Project Introduction
This SBIR involves the development of a lightweight innovative material for use as structure and radiation shielding in one. APS has assembled a uniquely qualified team that includes designers, testing experts and consolidation companies to address this need. Reducing the number of parts on a vehicle is important from a cost, weight and performance aspects. Several systems and radiation sources will be evaluated, and APS will use its TRL 6 materials to meet current NASA and aerospace needs. Phase II will involve further component, characterization and performance issues.
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Anticipated Benefits
Lighter weight, high stiffness, low cost materials can be used in all applications- automotive, oil and gas, energy, aircraft, electronics, etc.... This material can replace Beryllium, ALBemet, Gr/Epoxy, Aluminum and others. CEV and other space exploration missions that are weight, safety and performance critical. Use as structural and as protective are improtant to many NASA missions. Lighter weight, high stiffness, low cost materials can be used in all applications- automotive, oil and gas, energy, aircraft, electronics, etc....
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Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Powder Solutions | Lead Organization | Industry | Cypress, Texas |
Langley Research Center
(LaRC)
|
Supporting Organization | NASA Center | Hampton, Virginia |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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Texas
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Virginia
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Organizational Responsibility
Responsible Mission Directorate:
- Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD)
Lead Organization:
- Advanced Powder Solutions
Responsible Program:
- Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Tech Transfer
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Project Duration
Start: Jan 2010
End: Jul 2010
Technology Maturity (TRL)
| Start: | 6 |
| Current: | 7 |
| Estimated End: | 7 |
Applied Research
Development
Demo & Test
Technology Areas
Primary:
- TX12 Materials, Structures, Mechanical Systems, and Manufacturing
- TX12.1 Materials
- TX12.1.1 Lightweight Structural Materials
Target Destination
Mars
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