USRA
Visions of the Future in Aeronautics and Space
3rd Annual MeetingJune 5-6, 2001NASA-Ames
Proposals Received and AwardsProposals Received and Awards(through May 18, 2001)
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LARGE BUSINESS (27)
NATIONAL LABS (13)
SMALL BUSINESS (252)
SDB (23)
HBCU (5)
UNIVERSITY (189)
TOTAL PROPOSALS RECEIVED (509)
AS OF 5/18/01
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
LARGE BUSINESS (7)
NATIONAL LABS (0)
SMALL BUSINESS (35)
SDB (2)
HBCU (2)
UNIVERSITY (34)
TOTAL NUMBER OF AWARDS (80)
AS OF 5/18/01
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NIAC AwardsNIAC Awards(through May 18, 2001)
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HEDS
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BPR
NIAC PHASE I AWARDS BY NASA ENTERPRISE
PRIMARYSECONDARY
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NIAC PHASE II AWARDS BY NASA ENTERPRISE
PRIMARYSECONDARY
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Future EventsFuture Events
Late Summer or Early Fall 2001Release of Next Phase I Call for Proposalswith a due date of early CY 2002
November 2001NIAC Phase I Fellows Meeting and Workshop
June 2002NIAC 4th Annual MeetingLocation - TBD
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Phase I AwardsCall for Proposals: CP 00-02
Performance Period: June 1 – November 30, 2001
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Dava NewmanMassachusetts Institute of Technology
Astronaut BioAstronaut Bio--Suit System for Exploration Suit System for Exploration Class MissionsClass Missions
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Edward HodgsonHamilton Sundstrand Space Systems International
A Chameleon Suit to Liberate HumanA Chameleon Suit to Liberate HumanExploration of Space EnvironmentsExploration of Space Environments
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Terri LomaxOregon State University
A Flexible Architecture for Plant Functional A Flexible Architecture for Plant Functional Genomics in Space EnvironmentsGenomics in Space Environments
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George CybenkoDartmouth College
A Novel Information Management Architecture A Novel Information Management Architecture for Maintaining Long Duration Space Crewsfor Maintaining Long Duration Space Crews
Spacecraft
Mission Control
Activity Sensors
AutomatedUrinalysis
CO2 Sensors
BoneLossExpertSystem
Filtered data,Code Updates
Mobile Agents
•Agents transmit information to and from Mission Control.•Agents ability to analyze information prior to moving saves bandwidth.•Code and data can be updated throughout the mission, enabling increased performance and adaptation to mission conditions.
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Adaptive Observation Strategies for Adaptive Observation Strategies for Advanced Weather PredictionAdvanced Weather Prediction
David BaconSAIC, Center for Atmospheric Physics
Michael KaplanNorth Carolina State University
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Controlling the Global WeatherControlling the Global WeatherRoss HoffmanAtmospheric and Environmental Research, Inc.
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Architecture of “Intelligent” Earth Observation Architecture of “Intelligent” Earth Observation Satellite for Common Users in 2010Satellite for Common Users in 2010--20502050
Guoqing ZhouOld Dominion University
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Global Observations and Alerts from LagrangeGlobal Observations and Alerts from Lagrange--Point, PolePoint, Pole--Sitter, and Geosynchronous Orbits Sitter, and Geosynchronous Orbits
(GOAL&GO)(GOAL&GO)Larry PaxtonJohns Hopkins UniversityApplied Physics Laboratory
The SHIVA system uses multiple, selectable bands as commanded by remotely located users to search for, identify, and report geophysical events. A pointed telemetry system reduces the ground system requirements.
VISHNU and SHIVA On Polesitter
SHIVA 1
SHIVA 4 SHIVA 3
Functional Requirements Performance
Resolution
Data Availability Data Distribution
Maximize Utility
Operational Data Content Maximized
Data Downlink Minimized Minimize Data Latency
Autonomy MaximizedConstraints
Minimize Cost
Minimize Impact on Host Spacecraft
Real-time Command and Control
Space Segment Resource Requirements Ground System Resource
Requirements
Payload Flexibility and Autonomy
Data Utility and Access
Geostationary orbit
SHIVA 2SHIVA 5
VISHNU and SHIVA On Polesitter
Measurement Requirements for Science and Applications
Coverage: Temporal, Spatial, Spectral
VISHNU L1 VISHNU L2
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3D Viewing of Images on the Basis of 2D 3D Viewing of Images on the Basis of 2D ImagesImages
H. John CaulfieldFisk University• Analogous to how nature allows you to see a 3D image using only one eye at a hyperfocal distance
from your eye• Connected set of computer programs that start with any digitized 2D image and convert it into a pair
of images for 3D visualization• Will be tested on telescopic and microscopic images in Phase I• Feasibility established for simple objects in the near field• Will record simulated scenes of interest for NASA and blur them by various amounts digitally to
simulate telescopic images• Attempt 3D visualization of local regions• Design software for a hardware system to be built in Phase II
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Formation Flying with Shepherd SatellitesFormation Flying with Shepherd SatellitesMichael LaPointeOhio Aerospace Institute
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Propellantless Control of Spacecraft Swarms Propellantless Control of Spacecraft Swarms using Coulomb Forcesusing Coulomb Forces
Brad KingMichigan Technology University• Potentially feasible to generate tens of micro-Newtons of attraction and repulsion between spacecraft
separated by tens of meters.
• Net spacecraft charge can be controlled by harvesting ambient space-plasma electrons or activelyemitting electrons.
• Mutually interacting Coulomb spacecraft will be oriented in stable minimum energy arrays that can beconfigured using active control.
• Advantages- Circumvent need for micro-thrusters in satellite swarms- Increase formation mission lifetimes by harvesting in-space resources- Greatly improve fine position-keeping through active feedback- Facilitate wider range of satellite formation- Increase swarm robustness through fault-detection and reconfiguration
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Carlo MontemangoCornell University
Directed Application of Directed Application of Nanobiotechnology Nanobiotechnology for the Development of Autonomous for the Development of Autonomous BiobotsBiobots
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Europa Sample Return Mission utilizing High Europa Sample Return Mission utilizing High Specific Impulse PropulsionSpecific Impulse Propulsion
Refueled with Indigenous ResourcesRefueled with Indigenous ResourcesJohn PaniaguaPlus Ultra Technologies, Inc.
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Achieving Comprehensive Mission Achieving Comprehensive Mission RobustnessRobustness
OntDo not harm the mission…Deontology vs.
teleology…
. . .
Actions External Influences and Sensory Inputs
Maximize utility…
Environment
RDF/KIF/FIPARDF/KIF/FIPA RDF/KIF/FIPARDF/KIF/FIPA
John RoseUniversity of South Carolina
UltraUltra--High Resolution XHigh Resolution X--ray Astronomy using ray Astronomy using Steerable Occulting SatellitesSteerable Occulting Satellites
Glenn StarkmanCase Western Reserve University• Occultation of an X-ray telescope by a steerable satellite may allow binary point source resolution
better than milli-arcsecond with little or no re-design of X-ray telescopes.
• Model reconstructive capabilities of the technique and adjust satellite shape so as to maximize thosecapabilities.
• Evaluate possible scientific payback from implementing this approach in conjunction with plannedfacilities, such as Constellation-X.
• Occulter design considerations to be investigated.- Thickness- Size- Steerability- Binary point source resolution- Compound source resolution- Target sources
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UltraUltra--Fast LaserFast Laser--Driven Plasma for Space Driven Plasma for Space PropulsionPropulsion
Terry KammashUniversity of Michigan
Laser-Accelerated Plasma Propulsion System (LAPPS)
ReactorT C
G
Rad.
Laser
Particle Beam
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High Acceleration MicroHigh Acceleration Micro--Scale Laser Sails for Scale Laser Sails for Interstellar PropulsionInterstellar Propulsion
Jordin KareKare Technical Consulting
N sails accelerate over r ~ R / N
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High Speed Interplanetary Tug / Cocoon High Speed Interplanetary Tug / Cocoon Vehicles (HITVs)Vehicles (HITVs)
Nick OmidiScibernet, Inc.
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9:00am – 10:00am Keynote Speaker
Dr. Bruce Jakosky, University of Colorado
10:00am – 10:30am Break
10:30am – 11:50am NIAC Status Reports
Dr. Ralph L. McNutt, Jr., Johns Hopkins Applied Physics“A Realistic Interstellar Explorer”
Dr. Steven Dubowsky, Massachusetts Institute of Technology“Self-Transforming Robotic Planetary Explorers”
11:50am - 1:00pm Lunch (on your own)
June 5, 2001 June 5, 2001 -- Morning AgendaMorning Agenda
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A Realistic Interstellar ExplorerRalph McNutt, Jr., Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
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Self-Transforming Robotic Planetary ExplorersSteven Dubowsky, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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1:00pm - 3:00pm NIAC Status Reports
Dr. Neville J. Woolf, Steward Observatory, University of Arizona“Very Large Optics for the Study of Extrasolar Terrestrial Planets”
Dr. Paul Gorenstein, Smithsonian Institution, Astrophysical Lab“An Ultra-High Throughput X-Ray Astronomy Observatory with aNew Mission Architecture”
Dr. Webster Cash, University of Colorado“X-Ray Interferometry”
3:00pm - 3:15pm Break
June 5, 2001 June 5, 2001 -- Afternoon AgendaAfternoon Agenda
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Life Finder
Hubble Space Telescope (operational)
Terrestrial Planet Finder (concept development)
Next Generation Space Telescope (technology development)
Very Large Optics for the Study of Extrasolar Terrestrial PlanetsNeville J. Woolf, Steward Observatory, University of Arizona
An Ultra-High Throughput X-Ray AstronomyObservatory with A New Mission Architecture
Paul Gorenstein, Smithsonian Institute, Astrophysical Observatory
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X-ray Interferometry - Ultimate Astronomical ImagingWebster Cash, University of Colorado
3:15pm - 5:15pm NIAC Status Reports
Bradley Edwards, Eureka Scientific“The Space Elevator”
Dr. George Maise, Plus Ultra Technologies“Exploration of Jovian Atmosphere using Nuclear Ramjet Flyer”
Dr. Kerry T. Nock, Global Aerospace“Cyclical Visits to Mars via Astronaut Hotels”
5:30pm - 7:00pm Reception, Ames Cafe
June 5, 2001 June 5, 2001 -- Afternoon AgendaAfternoon Agenda
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Bradley Edwards, Eureka ScientificThe Space Elevator
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George Maise, Plus Ultra Technologies, Inc.Exploration of Jovian Atmosphere Using Nuclear Ramjet Flyer
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Cyclical Visits to Mars via Astronaut HotelsKerry Nock, Global Aerospace Corporation
Astrotel IPS
Taxi during Mars Aerocapture
Taxi departing
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8:30am - 8:40am Welcome and Introduction of Keynote SpeakerDr. Robert A. Cassanova, NIAC Director
8:40am - 9:40am Keynote SpeakerDr. Eric Barron, Pennsylvania State University
9:40am – 10:20am NIAC Status ReportDr. Robert M. Winglee, University of Washington“The Mini-Magnetospheric Plasma Propulsion, M2 P2”
10:20am – 10:40am Break
10:40am – 12:00pm NIAC Status ReportsDr. Ilan Kroo, Stanford University“Mesicopter: A Meso-Scale Flight Vehicle”
Dr. Kerry T. Nock, Global Aerospace Corporation“Global Constellation of Stratospheric Scientific Platforms”
12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch (on your own)
June 6, 2001 June 6, 2001 -- Morning AgendaMorning Agenda
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The Mini-Magnetospheric Plasma Propulsion System, M2P2
Robert M. Winglee, University of Washington
Graphics by permission of New Scientist
Concept for interstellar propulsion and radiation shielding
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Meso-Scale Flight Vehicle for Atmospheric SensingIlan Kroo, Stanford University
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• Super-pressure Balloon
Gondola
10-15 km
Balloon Trajectory
Control System
~40-50 m diameter
Possible Science Sensors
Rel. Wind 0.3-2.0 m/s
Rel. Wind 5-10 m/s
35-45 km Flight Altitude
Global Constellation ofStratospheric Scientific Platforms
Kerry Nock, Global Aerospace Corporation
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1:00pm - 3:00pm NIAC Status Reports
Dr. Robert P. Hoyt, Tethers Unlimited, Inc.“Moon & Mars Orbiting Spinning Tether Transport (MMOSTT)”
Mr. John Grant, Boeing“Hypersonic Airplane Space Tether Orbital Launch Study”
Dr. Eric E. Rice, Orbital Technologies Corporation“Advanced System Concept for Total ISRU Based Propulsion andPower Systems for Unmanned and Manned Mars Exploration”
3:00pm - 3:15pm Break3:15pm - 4:35pm NIAC Status Reports
Anthony Colozza, Ohio Aerospace Institute“Planetary Exploration using Biomimetics”
Mr. Andrew Keith, Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation“Autonomous VTOL Scalable Logistics (AVSLA)”
4:35pm Adjourn
June 6, 2001 June 6, 2001 -- Afternoon AgendaAfternoon Agenda
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Moon and Mars Orbiting Spinning Tether Transport (MMOSTT)Architecture
Robert P. Hoyt, Tethers Unlimited, Inc.
Payload pick-up
Payload releaseOriginEscapetrajectory Interplanetary
trajectory
DestinationInboundtrajectory
Payload release
Payload capture
P atch point
Tapered tether
Loaded TetherCenter of massorbit
Tapered tether
Loaded TetherCenter of massorbit
P atch point
Earth’s gravitationalsphere of influence
Mars’ gravitationalsphere of influence
Sol
INTERPLANETARY TRANSPORT USING ROTATING TETHERS
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Hypersonic Airplane Space Tether Orbital Launch – HASTOLJohn Grant, The Boeing Company
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Advanced System Concept for Total ISRU-Based Propulsion and Power Systems for Unmanned and Manned Mars Exploration
Eric Rice, Orbital Technologies Corporation
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Planetary Exploration Using BiomimetricsAnthony Colozza, Ohio Aerospace Institute
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Methodology for Study of AutonomousVTOL Scalable Logistics Architecture
Andrew Keith, Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation
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