NASA has been involved in the development and maturation of metal additive manufacturing (AM) for spaceflight since the late 2000''s. This presentation will highlight some of the developments in understanding AM processes through material characterization and testing, standards development, and component fabrication to
Institute for Model-Based Qualification & Certification of Additive Manufacturing (IMQCAM) Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, will lead Institute for Model-based Qualification & Certification of Additive Manufacturing (IMQCAM) aiming to improve computer models of additively manufactured metal parts and expand
NASA is partnering with Aerojet Rocketdyne to advance 3D printing technologies, known as metal additive manufacturing, and its capabilities for liquid rocket engines in landers and on-orbit stages/spacecraft. The Robotic Deposition Technology (RDT) team, led out of NASA''s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, is
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING REQUIREMENTS FOR SPACEFLIGHT SYSTEMS SCOPE This NASA Technical Standard is directed toward additive manufacturing (AM) processes used in the design, fabrication, and testing of space program flight hardware for NASA, including, but not limited to, crewed, non-crewed,
The AMC is the research and production facility for additive manufacturing at JPL. It provides services in metal and polymer AM for various missions and projects, and develops new
This NASA Technical Standard is directed toward equipment and facilities used to produce additive manufacturing (AM) parts for NASA spacecraft systems, including, but not limited to, crewed, non-crewed, robotic, launch vehicle, lander, and spacecraft program/project hardware elements. Requirements in this NASA Technical
Learn how NASA has developed and released two standards for additive manufacturing (AM) requirements for crew spacecraft systems and equipment and
NASA''s Rapid Analysis and Manufacturing Propulsion Technology project, or RAMPT, is advancing development of an additive manufacturing technique
Chris and Franklin get an inside look into the additive manufacturing work being done by NASA''s Advanced Exploration Systems Office. Meanwhile, Blair struggles to keep up with the rest of the NASA EDGE team after a grueling Marvel movie
NASA-STD-6030, Additive Manufacturing Requirements for Spaceflight Systems. Equipment and facilities used to produce AM parts for interfacing ground support equipment (GSE) or test equipment are covered by the requirements of this NASA Technical Standard only to the extent required to prevent damage to or contamination of spaceflight
NASA Additive Manufacturing Overview. Military Additive Manufacturing Summit February 7-8, 2017 Tampa, FL. Niki Werkheiser. NASA In
A NASA project called Long Life Additive Manufacturing Assembly (LLAMA) is using Additive Manufacturing methods for building rocket engine components. A new NASA Space Technology Research Institute will develop advanced computer models to help engineers better understand and validate the characteristics of additively
Objective: Conduct the first comprehensive evaluation of emerging materials and manufacturing technologies that will enable fully non-metallic gas turbine engines. Assess the feasibility of using additive manufacturing technologies to fabricate gas turbine engine components from polymer and Ceramic matrix composites.
By Ray Osorio. NASA recently built and tested an additively-manufactured – or 3D printed – rocket engine nozzle made of aluminum, making it lighter than conventional nozzles and setting the course for deep space flights that can carry more payloads. Under the agency''s Announcement of Collaborative Opportunity, engineers
Additive manufacturing (AM) processes are proving to be a disruptive technology and are gring the attention of the propulsion industry. AM-related
Additive manufacturing (AM) is advancing component fabrication for liquid rocket engines allowing for reduced cost, reduced lead time, and performance opportunities over traditional manufacturing. Much of AM is focused on single alloys, where further opportunities exist to optimize performance. Weight reduction (higher strength to
Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) can provide significant advantages for lead time and cost over traditional manufacturing for rocket engines. Lead times
NASA''s second role is to develop protocols for spaceflight hardware certification for access to space that can safely meet mission objectives. To support this second role in April 2021 NASA released NASA-STD-6030, "Additive Manufacturing Requirements for Spaceflight Systems". This standard has had an immediate impact on
NASA''s Rapid Analysis and Manufacturing Propulsion Technology project, or RAMPT, is advancing development of an additive manufacturing technique to 3D print rocket engine parts using metal powder and lasers. The method, called blown powder directed energy deposition, could bring down costs and lead times for producing
NASA has announced the development of the GRX-810 alloy, which it believes will enable stronger and more durable parts for aircraft and spacecraft.. The organisation worked alongside the Ohio State University to create the oxide dispersion strengthened alloy, which the collaborators believe will be suitable for high-temperature
NASA has pondered the idea of manufacturing in space for nearly twenty years. Now, with the use of additive manufacturing technology, they are closer than ever before. In a talk at Defence IQ''s
Additive Manufacturing (AM) is being infused into aerospace industries at an accelerated pace. Reasons for this rapid adoption include: (1) Innovation Capability e.g. design features such as topology optimization, integrated fluid passages, and mesh structures; (2) Rapid Development and Optimization - ability to quickly iterate the design, development, and
Primary Objectives: 1)Demonstrate an approach that reduces the cost and schedule required for new rocket engine development. Prototype engine in 2.5 years. Operate lean o (~ 25 people/year; $5M/year hardware and testing) Shift to Concurrent Development. Use additive manufacturing (AM) to facilitate this approach.
This NASA Technical Standard is an applicable document to NASA-STD-6030, Additive Manufacturing Requirements for Spaceflight Systems, and implements
NASA has been involved in the development and maturation of metal additive manufacturing (AM) for space applications since the 2000''s. Several efforts have focused on the understanding of AM processes through material characterization and testing, standards development, component fabrication, hot-fire testing, and infusion into
Additive Manufacturing is a key technology for enhancing space vehicle designs and enabling affordable missions. The additively manufactured components'' ability to withstand extreme temperatures and highly pres-surized environments could bring significant time and cost savings for propulsion systems.
• Dr. Tracie Prater: NASA MSFC In Space Manufacturing, Materials Characterization Lead • Dr. Frank Ledbetter: NASA MSFC In Space Manufacturing, Subject Matter Expert • Kristin Morgan: NASA MSFC Additive Manufacturing Lead • John Fikes: NASA MSFC Additive Construction Project Manager; Additive Combustion
This document provides requirements and guidance for AM processes used in space program flight hardware for NASA. It covers crewed and non-crewed missions, in-space AM operations, and tailoring options for different applications.
Innovators at the NASA Glenn Research Center have developed a new oxide dispersion strengthened medium entropy alloy (ODS-MEA) using additive manufacturing (
•Additive and subtractive manufacturing systems for creating metal parts on demand. On-Demand Manufacturing of Electronics •Ability to fabricate electronics during missions, such as crew and structural monitoring systems and sensors. First 3D printer in space, 2014 ISS Demonstration Redwire Commercial ISS Additive Manufacturing
This NASA Technical Standard defines the minimum set of requirements for additive manufactured (AM) parts used for NASA crewed spaceflight systems,