A New Space Enterprise- Exploration, Technology and Capability Development

A New Space Enterprise- Exploration, Technology and Capability Development

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  A New SpaceEnterprise- Exploration Technology and Capability Development 2010 Presidential Space Conference Mr. Douglas Cooke Associate Administrator Exploration Systems Mission Directorate April 15, 2010
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  Strategy for FutureHuman Missions Technology Building Blocks Common Capabilities Potential Destinations Innovative Mission Concepts Mission Analyses Systems Design “ Breakthrough” Technologies Hypersonic Inflatable aeroshell Regenerative Aerobraking Revolutionary ETO Rockets Efficient In-Space Prop.. Aerocapture Low-cost Engines Cryo Fluid Management Robust/Efficient Power Lightweight structures systems, sensors, micro/nano electronics Radiation Research Zero/Low-g Research Regenerable Life Support Advanced Lightweight EVA
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  Exploration Research andTechnology Development Exploration Technology and Demonstrations Flagship Technology Demonstration Program Enabling Technology Development and Demonstration Program Heavy-Lift and Propulsion Technology First Stage Engine Research and Development In-space engine demonstrations Foundational Propulsion Research Exploration Precursor Robotic Missions Medium Exploration Class Missions Small Exploration Scout Missions Missions of Opportunity Human Research Program increased funding
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  Exploration Technology Developmentand Demonstration Approach Foundational Technology Domains Demo Projects Advanced In-Space Propulsion Autonomous Systems & Avionics Cryogenic Propellant Storage & Transfer Entry, Descent, & Landing Technology EVA Technology High-Efficiency Space Power Systems Human-Robotic Systems In-Situ Resource Utilization Life Support & Habitation Systems Lightweight Spacecraft Materials & Structures • • • Demo 5 Fission Power Systems Demo 1 Lunar Volatiles Demo 2 High-Power Electric Prop Demo 3 Autonomous Precision Landing Demo 4 Operating Robots from Orbit Future Demos
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  Human Research ProgramAugmentation Summary Biomedical technologies investment increased Solutions to problems of human spaceflight with potential Earth applications Space Station as a test bed for advanced medical care Space radiation research investment increased Increases critical research to reduce uncertainty of radiation risks Coordination with shielding and protection technology demonstrations Behavioral Health Research investment increased Related to behavioral factors and physiological implications of long-duration missions. Space Station utilization investment increased New human health related technology demonstrations Additional research addressing human risks during long-duration exposure to microgravity New research projects to be solicited via research announcements STEM education investment increased Involve larger numbers of students, teachers, and general public in ongoing projects National Space Biological Research Institute investment increased
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  Flagship Technology Mission-Candidate Technology Content
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  In Space PropulsionTechnology Demonstrations (Preliminary) Technology Demonstration Complexity and Available Power 2014 2016 2018 2020 2022 2024 2026 200 kWe SEP Stage Advanced Thruster Demo Fission Power Demo Multi MegaWatt Nuclear Stage Magneto-Plasma and/or nuclear thermal State-of-Art < 3 kWe Devices SEP Stage Upgrade Advanced EP Thruster + 90 kWe FTD-1 SEP Stage/AR&D NEXT Ion + 30 kWe FAST Array Full scale high efficiency Spacecraft SEP Stage 90 kW SEP Stage 30 kW
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  Technology Maturation &Closure In-Space Propellant Transfer & Storage Demonstrations (Preliminary) 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Time Six Month Cryo storage Cryo propellant transfer (intra-vehicular) First generation quantity gauging Automated Cryo coupling Small O 2 /CH 4 thruster AR&D Long duration Cryo storage with Cryo coolers Cryo propellant transfer (inter-vehicular) High efficiency solar arrays Gas transfer Second generation quantity gauging Larger thrusters AR&D
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  Inflatable Mission ModuleCapability Demonstrations (Preliminary) Technology Maturation and Closure 2010 2012 2014 2016 2018 2020 Time Advanced ECLSS Inflatable Mission Module Advanced shielding –MMOD Flexible power arrays Composite core Deployed walls Scarred for: Advanced ECL SS EVA suitport Small Inflatable Test Module Demonstration Advanced EVA
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  Aero Entry, Descentand Landing Capability Demonstrations (Preliminary) Technology Maturation and Closure 2010 2014 2018 2022 2026 2030 Time Earth Based Flagship Mission Technology Development and Maturation (2011-2015) Demonstrate viability (of Hypersonic Inflatable Aerodynamic Decelerator in Earth atmosphere. Mars Based Flagship Mission Earth Based Supersonic-Retro Propulsion Demonstration Mars Flagship Mission Mid L/D rigid or Supersonic –Retro propulsion Terminal descent and landing OR
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  ESMD: Blazinga Trail Into the Solar System NASA’s human spaceflight program seeks to extend human presence throughout the solar system The President's FY2011 Budget Request takes a new approach to this goal, focusing on developing the capabilities that will allow us to reach multiple potential destinations, including the Moon, Asteroids, Lagrange points, and Mars and its environs The investments seek to create the new knowledge and capabilities required for humans to venture beyond low Earth orbit to stay Approach expands alternatives available for human exploration through timely strategic investment s in essential technologies