Life Cycle Optimization

Cutting-edge materials and processes to detect, prevent, and mitigate damage caused by the environment (e.g. corrosion, extreme temperatures, dust) and during operations.

Capabilities / Services

• Corrosion
• Extreme temperatures and low flammability
  • Enhanced refractory concrete performance
• Static electricity and dust mitigation
• Composite materials repair
• Researching self-healing material processes

Accomplishments

• Developed microencapsulation technology for corrosion indicators and inhibitors control (5 patents awarded and several pending)
• Developed a color indicating hypergolic propellant detection wipe that distinguishes between a fuel and oxidizer for selection of mitigation procedures
• Developed a sensing tape (detects leaks) that changes color upon contact with hydrogen (H2). H2 is odorless and colorless; suitable for cryogenic applications
• Developed technologies and methods for mitigating dust on critical surfaces such as space suits, solar panels, mechanisms, & Dust Mitigation
• Dust Removal Demonstration

Equipment / Facilities

• Labs, Shops, and Testing Facilities