An Innovative Approach to Satellite Technology

Abstract

Innovation and rapid prototyping using advanced technologies are the hallmarks of new initiatives coming from the USAF Research Laboratory's Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR). University Nanosatellite Program. AFOSR, in conjunction with DARPA, is sponsoring ten universities, formed into small teams and challenged with paving the way to novel space capabilities The satellites leverage innovative thinking within our universities, leading to flight experiments of state-of-the-art technologies and advanced mission concepts. Experiments range from micro-propulsion to formation flying. These miniaturized satellites will he prototyped and launched. We describe the philosophy, approach, and results to date of the program. TechSat21 Program. Recent progress in the miniaturization of key satellite technologies enables innovative solutions for space missions.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2000
Accession Number
ADP010820

Entities

People

  • Gerald Witt
  • Joseph F. Janni
  • Yolanda J. King

Organizations

  • Air Force Office

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Research Laboratories
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Attitude Control Systems
  • Control Systems
  • Engineering
  • Measurement
  • Nanosatellites
  • Payload
  • Satellite Buses
  • Small Satellites
  • Solar Cells
  • Solar Panels
  • Space Based
  • Space Systems
  • Spacecraft
  • Thin Films

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering.
  • Aerospace Propulsion Engineering.
  • Defense Technology Research and Development.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Satellites