Space Technology Mission Directorate

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1 National Aeronautics and Space Administration Space Technology Mission Directorate Maryland Space Business Roundtable Presented by: Stephen Jurczyk Associate Administrator, STMD October 17,

2 Space Technology. an Investment in Global Leadership Enables a new class of NASA missions beyond low Earth Orbit. Delivers innovative solutions that dramatically improve technological capabilities for NASA and the Nation. Develops technologies and capabilities that make NASA s missions more affordable and more reliable. Invests in the economy by creating markets and spurring innovation for traditional and emerging aerospace business. Engages the brightest minds from academia and small businesses in solving NASA s tough technological challenges. Value to NASA Value to the Nation Addresses National Needs A generation of studies and reports (40+ since 1980) document the need for regular investment in new, transformative space technologies. Benefits from STMD: The NASA Workforce Academia Small Businesses The Broader Aerospace Enterprise Over 700 STMD projects w/ Academic Partnerships 2

3 Space Technology Programs Early Stage NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts Space Tech Research Grants Center Innovation Fund Commercial Partnerships Continues maturation of promising low TRL technologies from CIF, SBIR, etc SBIR/STTR Technology Transfer Program Flight Opportunities Centennial Challenges Regional Economic Development Low TRL Mid TRL Game Changing Development High TRL Small Spacecraft Technology Technology Demonstration Missions 3

4 STMD s Strategic Framework Mega-Drivers Overarching Trend Overarching trendsthat have, are, and will largely shape the course of civilian space over many years Strategic Thrusts Vision for Future Strategic Thrusts constitute STMD s vision for the futureof civilian space Outcomes Overarching, Measurable Goals Measurable goalswithin the Strategic Thrusts that STMD chooses to pursue through joint efforts across the space community Technical Challenges STMD Technical Deliveries Represents the product and/or capability delivered by STMD to enable the community-level outcomes 4

5 Mega Drivers Increasing Access Major Trends: Lowering costs Increasing launch availability Decreasing travel time Diversifying platforms(e.g. CubeSats) Scalable transportation solutions New accessible destinations Democratization of Space Major Trends: Broadening participationspectrum, from governments to citizens Growth in private investment in space Public-private partnerships International collaborations Accelerating Pace of Discovery Major Trends: Major discoveries of potentially lifeharboring icy moons and exoplanets Growing urgency for Earth-Moon-Sun science discovery and understanding Humanity s desire for ambitious exploration of the solar system and ultimately interstellar travel Growing Utilization of Space Major Trends: Space market diversification(e.g. servicing, manufacturing, mining, debris removal, tourism) Space industry growthwell surpassing U.S. average GDP growth Space-based solutions addressing growing global challenges 5

6 STMD develops technologies to: STMD Strategic Thrusts ST1. Expand Utilization of Near-Earth Space ST2. Enable Efficient & Safe Transportation Through Space ST3. Increase Access to Planetary Surfaces ST4. Enable the Next Generations of Science Discoveries ST5. Enable Humans to Live and Explore in Space and on Planetary Surfaces ST6. Grow & Utilize the U.S. Industrial and Academic Base 6

7 Expand Utilization of Near-Earth Space Laser Communication Relay Demonstration Nanotechnology launch: Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessel Low Cost Upper Stage Affordable Vehicle Avionics Launch Satellite Servicing CubeSat Proximity Operations Demonstration (CPOD) In-Space Robotic Manufacturing and Assembly Integrated Solar Array and Reflectarray Antenna (ISARA) Nodes Flight Opportunities Program providing suborbital capabilities 7

8 Develop Efficient & Safe Transportation Through Space Spaceflight demo of ROSA on ISS Green Propellant Infusion Mission Robotic Refueling Mission 3: ready for launch ecryo Radio Frequency Mass Gauge flight demo Solar Electric Propulsion cont. development and qualification NASA 12.5 kw Hall thruster technology development unit Nuclear Thermal Propulsion: Alternate fuel reactor conceptual design/analysis ecryo: Cryocooler completes environmental tests 8

9 Increase Access to Planetary Surfaces Conformal Ablative TPS launch: orbital entry test of heat shield material Cooperative Blending of Autonomous Landing Technologies (CoBALT) Hypersonic Inflatable Aerodynamic Decelerator Entry Systems Modeling: Exobrake deployed from ISS Adaptable, Deployable Entry & Placement Technology SR-1 9

10 Enable Humans to Live and Explore on Planetary Surfaces Advanced ECLSS: Spacecraft Oxygen Recovery Kilopower: fission-based nuclear surface power Human Robotic Systems: demonstrating humanoid robot with cognitive skills Lunar prospecting to prove operation capabilities and direct extensibility Mars Oxygen ISRU Experiment 10

11 Enable the Next Generation of Science Missions Coronoagraph achieves TRL5, resulting in measurements 100x better than existing tech High Performance Spaceflight Computing Extreme Environment Solar Power Deep Space Atomic Clock integration ready for launch Deep Space Optical Communications Optical Communications and Sensor (OCSD) Demonstration Integrated Solar Array and Reflectarray Antenna (ISARA) SEXTANT launch for galactic positioning system 11

12 Grow and Utilize the U.S. Industrial and Academic Base High Power Solar Arrays TPS Technology adapted for fire shelter Pathfinder Technology Demonstrator (PTD) Series Spacecraft provider low cost subsystem demonstration missions Utilizing innovative ways to engage academia and industry 12

13 Solar Electric Propulsion (SEP) Objectives: LCC Phase Formulation Demonstrate high-power (HP) Solar Array and Solar Electric Propulsion (SEP) technology in relevant space environments Demonstrate sufficient V to confirm throughput EP capability and lifetime of overall flight system Demonstration of operations in deep space or proving ground Observe and characterize performance of integral HP-SEP system including thrusters, arrays, bus, and payloads as they operate as an integrated system and as they respond to the in-space environment. Demonstrate HP SEP servicing and/or transport bus Qualify next generation SEP bus Current Status/Accomplishments: Advanced Electric Propulsion System (AEPS), awarded to Aerojet Rocketdyne, has completed through Preliminary Design Review in late FY17. Project is expected to complete EP thrusters, through qualification, in Next Milestone Critical Design Review Next Milestone Date July 2018 Flight Readiness Review TBD Launch Readiness Date TBD TDU-3 installed for testing at GRC Thruster RDU Simulator Testing at GSFC 13

14 Laser Communications Relay Demonstration (LCRD) Objectives: Demonstrate bidirectional optical communications between geosynchronous Earth orbit (GEO) and Earth LCC Phase Next Milestone Next Milestone Date Implementation System Integration Review/Pre-Ship Review June 2018, TBC Measure and characterize system performance over a variety of conditions Transfer laser communication technology to industry for future missions Provide an on orbit capability for test and demonstration of standards for optical relay communications Current Status / Accomplishments: LCRD Payload is manifested to fly on STP-Sat6 Space Vehicle with Air Force Space Test Program which is the STP-3 Mission The LCRD project continues to complete component level hardware testing, readying for payload integration and test this fiscal year. LCRD payload delivery to Orbital ATK will occur late in FY18. Flight Readiness Review April 2019, TBC Launch Readiness Date June 2019 Flight Modem #1 Optical Module #2 14

15 Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC) Objectives: Achieve 10 to 100 times greater data-rate performance from deep space with comparable mass and power to state-of-art radio frequency telecommunications systems Retire the implementation risks of utilizing optical communications technology on deep space missions Current Status / Accomplishments: DSOC was matured to TRL 5 as an STMD Game Changing Development Program project and transferred in to TDM in FY17. DSOC will fly on the Psyche Mission, selected as part of the Science Mission Directorate Discovery 14 Program. Kickoff meeting has been held between DSOC, the Psyche Mission and the SSL spacecraft team to discuss accommodations. Project is readying for System Requirements Review and Mission Design Review. LCC Phase Formulation Next Milestone SRR/MDR Next Milestone Date November, 2017 Flight Readiness Review Summer 2022 Launch Readiness Date Summer 2022 Artwork depicting the Psyche spacecraft orbiting 16 Psyche 15

16 Robotic Refueling Mission 3 (RRM3) Objectives Store and freeze standard cryogenic fluid in 0g. Maintain fluid mass for 6 months (zero boiloff). Robotically transfer fluid via zero vent technique. Robotically transfer xenon gas in 0g. LCC Phase Implementation Next Milestone ORR Next Milestone Date December 2018, TBD Handover to SpaceX January 10, 2018 Launch Date February 9, 2018 Current Status / Accomplishments: RRM-3 is performing a flight demonstration of tools, some of which will be used by Restore-L. A secondary mass gauging system, the Radio Frequency Mass Gauge (RMFG) instrument developed under the STMD evolvable Cryogenics (ecryo) Project is also being flown and demonstrated on RRM-3. Project is readying for payload delivery to KSC in December, 2017 for launch on Space-X Falcon-9 in January,

17 Restore-L Objectives: Rendezvous with, inspect and perform autonomous capture of client satellite (not originally designed for robotic servicing) in Low Earth Orbit Demonstrate ability to refuel, relocate, release and safely depart from client satellite Current Status / Accomplishments: Restore-L has completed project level SRR milestone and is through Key Decision Point B, and has been working on component level design, development, test, and evaluation. A spacecraft level PDR was completed by the spacecraft bus provider, Space Systems Loral. The project is readying for Mission level Preliminary Design Review (PDR) in the first quarter of FY18. LCC Phase Next Milestone Formulation Missoin Preliminary Design Review (PDR) Next Milestone Date November, 2017 Operational Readiness Review March 2020 Launch Readiness Date November 2020 Autonomous Capture Test Cell at the ROC 17

18 In-Space Robotic Manufacturing and Assembly (IRMA) Objectives: CIRAS (Orbital ATK): Commercial Infrastructure for Robotic Assembly and Servicing (CIRAS) project is pursuing space-based, robotic assembly of flight hardware and space systems, using innovative technologies including NASA's Tension Actuated Long-reach In-Space Manipulator (TALISMAN) to reduce the costs and potential human hazards associated with hardware transfer and assembly activities. Partners: LaRC, GSFC, NRL, and GRC. Archinaut (Made In Space): Developing technology capable of building and assembling complex, large components in space on demand using additive manufacturing to deliver structures such as beams and struts. Partners: Northrop Grumman, Oceaneering Space Systems and ARC. Dragonfly (Space Systems/Loral): Enabling satellites to self-assemble in orbit. With optimized reflector stowage, robotic joint assembly and 3- D printed antenna support structures, more powerful satellites will fit within payload space aboard standard launch vehicles, thereby decreasing costs. Partners: LaRC, ARC, Tethers Unlimited and MDA. Current Status / Accomplishments: Archinaut successfully demonstrated additive manufacturing in a simulated space-like thermal-vacuum environment and performed chemical and structural characterization of manufactured parts. Dragonfly conducted successful ground demonstration of robotic deployment of a stowed reflector to an operational configuration. The demonstration utilized state of the art robotics, integrated assembly joints and command and control software. CIRAS project advanced the TRL of CIRAS in-space assembly components and processes, including the robotic arm, end effectors, assembly tools, reversible joining methods, control software, quick disconnect interfaces and modular truss structures. LCC Phase Next Milestone Implementation Option Period Closeout Reviews Next Milestone Date September 2018 Flight Readiness Review Launch Readiness Date OATK- CIRAS N/A N/A MIS-Archinaut SSL- Dragonfly 18

19 Public-Private Partnerships: Tipping Point Opportunity Tipping Point Solicitation Key Elements Continued focus on technology opportunities for the U.S. commercial space sector Leverage emerging markets and capabilities to meet NASA's strategic goals and focus on industry needs; substantial benefit to both commercial and government sectors Result in fixed price contracts with industry, with milestone payments Requires a minimum 25 percent minimum contribution from company or customer Tipping Point Technology Topics awarded in 2016 (9 awards) Robotic In-Space Manufacturing and Assembly of Spacecraft/Space Structures (3 awards) Low Size, Weight and Power Instruments for Remote Sensing Applications (2 awards) Small Spacecraft Attitude Determination and Control Sensors and Actuators (2 awards) Small Spacecraft Propulsion Systems (2 awards) Tipping Point Technology Topics awarded in 2017 (6 awards) Small Launch Vehicle Technology Development (6 awards) Small Spacecraft Capability Demonstration Missions (0 awards) Tipping Point Technology Topics to be awarded in 2018 Finalizing Technology Topics now; preparing for release in FY18 first quarter STMD anticipates releasing Tipping Point with targeted topics every year. 19

20 Public-Private Partnerships: Announcement of Collaborative Opportunity Announcement of Collaborative Opportunity (ACO) Key Elements Continued focus on technology opportunities for the U.S. commercial space sector NASA provides unique test facilities, specialized technical expertise, as well as hardware and software to aid industry partners in maturing space technologies Focus on industry-developed space technologies that can advance the commercial space sector and benefit future NASA missions Result in Non-Reimbursable Space Act Agreements (no funds exchanged with industry) ACO 2015 Technology Topics (13 awards) Suborbital Reusable and Small Satellite Launch Systems Development (4 awards) Wireless Power Transfer Development (0 awards) Thermal Protection System Materials and Systems Development (3 awards) Green Propellant Thruster Technology Qualification (3 awards) Small, Affordable, High Performance Liquid Rocket Engine Development (3 awards) ACO 2017 Technology Topics (10 awards) Small Launch Vehicle Technology Development (3 awards) Reliable Electronics Technology Development (3 awards) Advanced Communications Technology Development (2 awards) In-space Propulsion Technology Development (2 awards) STMD anticipates releasing ACO with targeted topics every other year. 20

21 Actively Fostering Partnerships with Industry STMD has contracts and partnerships with over 380 companies. These partnerships spread across nearly 600 of our projects and/or activities. 21

22 Summary STMD is delivering on commitments in maturing and demonstrating cross-cutting technologies Developing Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP) to prioritize program content Maintaining a balance of investments across TRL s (programs), strategic thrusts/outcomes and mission applications Increasing public-private partnerships in Flight Opportunities, Small Spacecraft Tech, GCD and TDM programs 22

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