Program of Events. #AerospaceDayBoise. Bergquist Lounge 8:00-8:15 am Registration

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1 Program of Events 8:00-8:15 am Registration 8:15-8:25 am Welcome Dr. Mark Rudin, Vice President of Research and Economic Development 8:30-9:15 am MORNING KEYNOTE On the Edge: Exoplanets with Orbital Periods Shorter than a Peter Jackson Movie Dr. Brian Jackson, Boise State Physics 9:15-10:00am Lightning Talks 9:15-9:35 am Use of Earth Imaging Technology for the Environmental Sciences Dr. Nancy Glenn, Boise State Geosciences 9:35-9:50 am A Critical Vista: The Role of Space in Monitoring Water Resources in a Changing World Dr. Alejandro Flores, Boise State Geosciences 9:50-10:00 am Our Bones in Spaceflight: Do Inflammatory Proteins Play a Role? Dr. Cheryl Jorcyk, Boise State Biological Sciences 10:00-10:30 am Fire Monitoring and Assessment Platform (FireMAP): A More Responsive, Affordable and Safe Method for Mapping Wildland Fires Dale Hamilton, Northwest Nazarene University Computer Science and Mathematics 10:45-11:15 am Manufacturing Orbital Rockets in Boise Jason Budinoff, bspace LLC 12:45-1:20 pm Nanostructured Electrode Materials for Na-ion Batteries Dr. Claire Xiong, Boise State Materials Science & Engineering 2:15-2:45 pm Business Aviation: Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul Jacob Stafford & Emilie Murphy, Western Aircraft 2:45-3:15 pm Imaging the Entire Planet Daily Jake Forsberg, Planet Labs 10:30-11:30 am Introduction to Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Dr. Chul Charles Park, Boeing Commercial Airplanes Associate Technical Fellow 11:30 am- Noon Emerging Nanomaterials for Energy and Biomedical Applications Dr. David Estrada, Boise State Materials Science & Engineering Noon-12:45 pm NOON KEYNOTE Commanding the International Space Station Dr. Steve Swanson, Boise State Distinguished Educator in Residence and Retired Astronaut 12:45-1:20 pm Opportunities at Electroimpact: World Leader in Design/Manufacture of Aerospace Tooling and Automation Matt Warnock, Electroimpact Inc. 1:25-2:10 pm From Swimming Pools to Vacuum Chambers: How We Teach Astronauts to Spacewalk Allison Bolinger, NASA Johnson Space Center 2:45-3:15 pm How I Ended Up at NASA and Why I Study Rocks Now Dr. Michael Callahan, Boise State Chemistry 3:15-3:45 pm Aging Aircraft: Repairs That Keep Them Flying! Mallory Yates, NASA Johnson Space Center 3:45-4:15 pm Nanomaterial Based Sensors for NASA Mission Dr. Jessica Koehne, NASA Ames Research Center 4:15-5:00 pm CLOSING KEYNOTE Don t Tell NASA, But I d Do My Job for Free - How I Ended Up Being a Part of the Greatest Team Sport Ever: Building and Operating an Orbital Outpost Greg Whitney, NASA Johnson Space Center C/D 9:15-10:15 am The Living Labs Series: Make and Fly a Tumblewing ESPECIALLY FOR TEACHERS! Rich Stowell, Master Flight Instructor Farnsworth Room 2:10-2:40 pm Videoconference with NASA on Internship Opportunities CALLING ALL STUDENTS! Tracey Randall, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Jordan D 10 am-3 pm Displays and Demonstrations See following page for list of displays and demonstrations #AerospaceDayBoise

2 10:00 am To 3:00 pm Jordan D Displays and Demonstrations American Institute for Aeronautics and Astronautics, Boise State Student Chapter Information Table Boise State University Microgravity Team Past and Current Projects bspace LLC Posters and Projects Electroimpact, Inc. Information Table Idaho Air National Guard Displays and Personnel Idaho Army National Guard Aircraft and Flight Simulators Idaho Space Grant Consortium Information Table Mountain Home Air Force Base Demonstrations and Personnel Northwest Nazarene University Posters on FireMAP (see abstracts below) Space Broncos Virtual Reality Experience Northwest Nazarene University Poster Abstracts Fire Monitoring and Assessment Platform (FireMAP): A More Responsive, Affordable, and Safe Method for Mapping Wildland Fires Dale Hamilton, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science Most wildlands in the US have evolved with fire and depend on periodic blazes for health and regeneration. The Fire Monitoring and Assessment Platform (FireMAP) provides a responsive, affordable and safe capability to monitor the severity of wildland fires. FireMAP is composed of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and software to process and geo-analyze imagery. After a fire has been extinguished, the UAS will fly over the affected area and acquire imagery, which will be georeferenced and mosaicked to create a composite image. After acquiring the imagery, FireMAP analyzes imagery collected by a UAS, extracting actionable knowledge from the imagery. FireMAP utilizes machine learning classifiers to classify all of the pixels within an image as to whether they burned based on the pixels spectral signatures. While the classifiers have shown much promise for the identification of burn extent, severity and vegetation types; many challenges still remain in identifying unique spectral signatures between visually similar surfaces. Therefore work is continuing to improve both the performance and accuracy of the current prototype classifiers. Fire Monitoring and Assessment Platform (FireMAP): A Naive Bayesian Image Classifier Andrew Fillmore, Dale Hamilton, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science Most wildlands in the US have evolved with fire and depend on periodic blazes for health and regeneration. The Fire Monitoring and Assessment Platform (FireMAP) provides a responsive, affordable and safe capability to monitor the severity of wildland fires. FireMAP is composed of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and software to process and geo-analyze imagery. After acquiring the imagery, FireMAP analyzes imagery collected by a UAS, extracting actionable knowledge from the imagery. FireMAP utilizes machine learning classifiers to classify all of the pixels within an image as to whether they burned based on the pixels spectral signatures. Our Naive Bayesian classifier uses statistical methods to classify pixels based on the pixel s statistical probability of belonging to a certain classification. Its technique employs estimation using a Gaussian Normal Distribution to allow for only six statistics to be calculated and stored per Classification (two per dimension.) This allows the classifier to have performance that is both fast and space efficient due to the low computational cost of finding averages and standard deviations. Fire Monitoring and Assessment Platform (FireMAP): A KNN Image Classifier Llewellyn Johnston, Dale Hamilton, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science Most wildlands in the US have evolved with fire and depend on periodic blazes for health and regeneration. The Fire Monitoring and Assessment Platform (FireMAP) provides a responsive, affordable and safe capability to monitor the severity of wildland fires. FireMAP is composed of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and software to process and geo-analyze imagery. FireMAP utilizes machine learning classifiers to classify all of the pixels within an image as to whether they burned based on the pixels spectral signatures. To accomplish this purpose we are using a K-Dimensional (K-D) tree in tandem with a K Nearest Neighbors (knn) classifier. The K-D tree is a specialized binary tree that is able to cope with many dimensions and still store given information in a manner that allows for logarithmic search times. We have implemented a K-D tree which has lists of data points at its leaf nodes and all non-leaf nodes are for tree traversal - getting to the correct list.

3 8:30 am 9:15 am 9:15 am C/D 9:35 am 9:50 am MORNING KEYNOTE On the Edge: Exoplanets with Orbital Periods Shorter Than a Peter Jackson Movie Dr. Brian Jackson, Boise State Physics In this presentation, I ll discuss the work of our Short-Period Planets Group (SuPerPiG), funded by NASA and focused on finding and understanding this surprising new class of exoplanets. We are sifting data from the K2 Mission to search for additional short-period planets and have found several new candidates. We are also modeling tidal effects and disruption of close-in gaseous planets to determine how we could identify their remnants, and preliminary results suggest the cores have a distinctive relationship between their masses and orbital periods that may be apparent in the observed population. Whatever their origins, short-period planets are particularly amenable to discovery and detailed follow-up by ongoing and future surveys, including NASA s Transiting Exoplanets Survey Satellite (TESS), to be launched in Use of Earth Imaging Technology for the Environmental Sciences Dr. Nancy Glenn, Boise State Geosciences In this presentation, we will discuss and demonstrate applications of NASA technologies that we utilize at Boise State University for making scientific discoveries and understanding our environment. We will discuss imaging spectroscopy and lidar to make measurements about the status and health of our vegetation and soil, and what changes are occurring in our environment. We will also discuss the interdisciplinary nature of these NASA technologies and how they can be applied to a range of scientific studies. The Living Labs Series: Make and Fly a Tumblewing Dr. Rich Stowell, Master Flight Instructor This session is especially for teachers! Living Labs combine classroom theory with hands-on problem solving in an aviation context. Course content is developed collaboratively with local schools to integrate math, science, and ELA into experience-based labs that meet NGSS and Common Core standards. In this workshop, we ll see that cows, basketballs, and even screw drivers can indeed fly. We ll learn what s needed to generate Lift and about the Magnus Effect. We ll go through the engineering process from concept to tumblewing. A Critical Vista: The Role of Space in Monitoring Water Resources in a Changing World Dr. Alejandro Flores, Boise State Geosciences The global water cycle - the movement of water from the oceans to the atmosphere to the land and back to the ocean - plays a critical role in supplying freshwater to human populations. This water is used to grow crops, produce electricity, and supports a variety of ecosystems that indirectly and directly benefit humans. Space is a critically important platform from which to monitor key parts of the water cycle like precipitation, snowpacks, groundwater, and soil moisture. The science of using spaceborne satellites to measure these components of the water cycle - hydrologic remote sensing - is a growing field requiring coordinated efforts between engineers and scientists. It requires engineers to design satellites, components, and optimal orbital characteristics for hydrologic applications. It also requires scientists to measure hydrologic processes on the ground, and develop models to use observations from space. In the 21st century hydrologic remote sensing represents an exciting and important discipline that will allow societies to anticipate and mitigate the effects of global warming on water resources. Our Bones in Spaceflight: Do inflammatory proteins play a role? Dr. Cheryl Jorcyk, Boise State Biological Sciences Bone deterioration in spaceflight is an important obstacle to human exploration beyond low-earth orbit, which includes long-term missions to Mars and beyond. It is suspected that continued exposure to conditions of reduced gravity (microgravity) and space radiation will elevate the risk to skeletal health and result in bone deterioration for astronauts involved in these missions. In addition, inflammation is known to regulate normal bone, and inflammatory proteins are likely to be critical players in spaceflight skeletal health. Together, these factors microgravity, radiation, and inflammatory proteins have not been studied together in bone. We will explore the effects of inflammatory molecules on bone in spaceflight conditions. The resulting knowledge will fill gaps specifically identified by NASA and illuminate potential therapies for serious terrestrial health problems for the nation and here in Idaho.

4 10:00 am 10:30 am 10:45 am 11:30 am 12:00 pm 12:45 pm Fire Monitoring and Assessment Platform (FireMAP): A More Responsive, Affordable and Safe Method for Mapping Wildfires Dale Hamilton, Northwest Nazarene University Computer Science Most wildlands in the US have evolved with fire and depend on periodic blazes for health and regeneration. The Fire Monitoring and Assessment Platform (FireMAP) provides a responsive, affordable, and safe capability to monitor the severity of wildland fires. FireMAP is composed of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and software to process and geo-analyze imagery. After a fire has been extinguished, the UAS will fly over the affected area and acquire imagery, which will be georeferenced and mosaicked to create a composite image. The software then analyzes the imagery, identifying the extent as well as the severity of the burn. Introduction to Fatigue & Damage Tolerance Dr. Charles Park, Boeing Commercial Airplanes Associate Technical Fellow Fatigue is an important failure mode that can occur in the airplane structures. General concepts around fatigue and various design criteria against fatigue failure for airplane certification will be discussed here. In addition, the evolution of the regulatory design requirements and unfortunate accidents that lead to such evolution will be briefly talked about. This presentation also provides an overview of the structural Damage Tolerance concepts and describes how the fracture mechanics based knowledge is used in practice. Manufacturing Orbital Rockets in Boise Jason Budinoff, bspace LLC CubeSats, small satellites the size of a shoebox, have changed the way we think about space. Small companies can afford to deploy constellations of these inexpensive satellites, which can provide global weather prediction, surface imagery, communications, and broadcast services. This new wave of small satellites needs a responsive rocket to get them into orbit. Come learn about bspace Inc., a new Boise startup company developing small space launch vehicle for CubeSat satellite operators and researchers. Emerging Nanomaterials for Energy and Biomedical Applications Dr. David Estrada, Boise State Materials Science & Engineering A recent report by the U.S. Energy Information Agency indicates that global energy consumption has increased by approximately 40% over the past 15 years, due in large part to advances in information technology and increased energy demand in residential and commercial buildings. During this same time period, the U.S. Census Bureau reports health care expenditures in the United States have increased by more than 80%, exceeding $2 trillion. Tackling such looming challenges is going to require innovation and scientific discovery. This lecture explores the wonder material, graphene, and the properties which make it an attractive candidate to help alleviate some of these problems. Fundamental studies on reveal the role of graphene s crystal defects on power dissipation, thermal transport, and chemical sensing. Applied studies take advantage of nanoscale dimensions for DNA analysis and tissue engineering. Lastly, additional focus will be given to Boise State University s new capabilities in synthesizing graphene and other 2-D materials for applications in printed and flexible hybrid electronics. NOON KEYNOTE Commanding the International Space Station Dr. Steve Swanson, Boise State Distinguished Educator in Residence and Retired Astronaut Ever wondered what it s like to fly in space? Did you know that we ve had a permanent human presence in space for over 15 years? Would you like to learn about this and more from an experienced astronaut? Come hear Steve Swanson speak about his time at NASA. Nanostructed Electrode Materials for Na-ion Batteries Dr. Claire Xiong, Boise State Materials Science & Engineering Nanostructured electrode materials have fascinating properties which have led to substantial battery material improvements. There are several advantages to decreasing electroactive material size to the nanometer region: (1) enhanced power and energy densities due to shortened ion and electron transport lengths, allowing adoption of materials with low electronic and/or ionic conductivity; (2) large electrode/electrolyte surface contact area, which by decreasing the current density per unit area and increasing accessible sites for intercalating ions leads to fast kinetics and higher rate capability; (3) better cycle life from improved accommodation of the strain from ion intercalation/deintercalation. In this presentation, recent advances in the development of nanostructured electrode materials will be discussed for their applications in Na-ion batteries.

5 12:45 pm 1:25 pm 2:10 pm Farnsworth Room 2:15 pm 2:45 pm 2:45 pm 3:15 pm Opportunities at Electroimpact: World Leader in Design/Manufacture of Aerospace Tooling and Automation Matt Warnock, Electroimpact, Inc. Located in Seattle, WA, Electroimpact is a leader in the design and production of assembly automation and tooling. As a multi-faceted company with world-class design engineers, Electroimpact s wide range of project has grown to include complete automation assembly systems for commercial aircraft wings, robotic riveting machines, tools for wing panel and fuselage assembly, advanced fiber placement machines, robotic assembly systems and spacecraft transportation equipment. As a rapid growing company, Electroimpact continuously seeks the best engineers in the country, with internships and full time opportunities available year round. From Swimming Pools to Vacuum Chambers: How We Teach Astronauts to Spacewalk Allison Bolinger, NASA Johnson Space Center Extravehicular Activities (EVA) Task Group Lead Allison Bolinger will present her journey to NASA and will detail what it takes to train astronauts to voyage into the vacuum of space. She will feature her EVA team s involvement in assembling and maintaining the International Space Station (ISS) as well as discuss the critical components of the Extravehicular Mobility Unit (EMU) and the tools involved in getting the job done. Videoconference with NASA About Internship Opportunities Tracey Randall, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Calling all students! Attend this session to learn more about how to prepare for and apply for NASA opportunities. Using videoconference technology, you will be able to interact with Ms. Randall and ask questions. Also find out about NASA programs here in Idaho. Business Aviation: Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul Jacob Stafford & Emilie Murphy, Western Aircraft Western Aircraft's presentation will discuss the five separate businesses within its company: OTC Part Sales, WestAir Charter, Aircraft Sales, FBO- Line Service, and Aircraft Services. The presentation will primarily discuss Aircraft Services, including: Maintenance, Avionics, Interior Overhaul, and Paint. How I Ended up at NASA and Why I Study Rocks Now Dr. Michael Callahan, Boise State Chemistry & Biochemistry When I started my Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, I never intended to be a research scientist or work at NASA. But seeing one photograph from NASA and working on a research project that failed ultimately changed my mind. I will talk a little about my career in science, the research I did at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (Greenbelt, MD), and what research I m currently doing at Boise State University that is still connected to NASA s interests. A lot of it has to do with rocks. That, and the origin of life. Intrigued? Then check out this talk. Imaging the Entire Planet Daily Jake Forsberg, Planet Labs Planet Labs designs, builds and operates the largest fleet of earth imaging satellites in the world. The San Francisco based startup provides universal access to its satellite data to reveal insights to the changing planet on a human timescale. Embedded software engineer, Jake Forsberg, discusses the approach to agile aerospace at Planet Labs and his path from Boise to Silicon Valley space startups. Aging Aircraft: Repairs That Keep Them Flying! Mallory Yates, NASA Johnson Space Center NASA Johnson Space Center s Aircraft Operation Division (AOD) operates 5 types of aircraft, 20 T-38s, 3 WB-57Fs, 1 GIII, 1 Super Guppy and 1 C-9B. As NASA s aircraft continue to age, corrosion effects, parts and material obsolescence, and continued flight beyond design life present the team of engineers with unique sustainment engineering challenges. The WB-57F repair presented here touches on each of the above and will help shed light on how engineers in the Aircraft Operations Division keep these rare aircraft flying.

6 3:45 pm 4:15 pm Nanomaterial Based Sensors for NASA Missions Dr. Jessica Koehne, NASA Ames Research Center Nanomaterials such as carbon nanotubes (CNTs), carbon nanofibers (CNFs), graphene and metal nanowires have shown interesting electronic properties and therefore have been pursued for a variety of space applications requiring ultrasensitive and light-weight sensor and electronic devices. We have been pursuing development of chemical and biosensors using carbon nanotubes and carbon nanofibers for the last several years and this talk will present the benefits of nanomaterials these applications. More recently, printing approaches to manufacturing these devices have been explored as a strategy that is compatible to a microgravity environment. Nanomaterials are either grown in house or purchased and processed as electrical inks. Chemical modification or coatings are added to the nanomaterials to tailor the nanomaterial to the exact application. The development of printed chemical sensors and biosensors will be discussed for applications ranging from crew life support to exploration missions. Don t Tell NASA but I d Do My Job for Free. How I Ended Up Being a Part of the Greatest Team Sport Ever: Building and Operating an Orbital Outpost Greg Whitney, NASA Johnson Space Center NASA Flight Director Greg Whitney will be presenting an overview of NASA flight operations with an emphasis on International Space Station (ISS) Operations. Mr. Whitney will discuss his background and the path he took to become a NASA Flight Director and what it takes to be a member of the diverse Human Space Operations team.