Space Exploration & Spaceport Technology Development Awards
PI University Project Title
Sudipta Seal UCF Nanostructured Functional Hydrogen Separation Membranes for Space Applications
Sathya Gangadharan ERAU Modeling and Parameter Estimation of Fuel Slosh Effects within Spinning Spacecraft
Nam Ho Kim UF Closed-Loop Electrodynamics Suspension System Modeling and Control-Next Generation Space Launch and Ground Support Technology
David Ross ERAU Optimizing Thermal performance for Cryogenic Insulation Systems
Takis Kasparis UCF Single Camera Tracking of Debris Objects in a Semi-Stable Background
Space-Based Research and Payload Development Awards
PI University Project Title
Ruey-Hung Chen UCF Particle Detection/Monitoring in Space and Clean-Room Environment
Alison Watkins USF Species Adaptive Genetic Algorithms for Path Planning in Space Exploration Robots
James G. Mantovani FIT Mineral Particle Characterization and Possible Dust Mitigation Techniques for Lunar and Mars Lander Missions
Joshua Gundersen UM The Development of Affordable Millimeter-wave Focal Plane Array Technologies
Ranga Narayanan UF Oscillatory Flow as a Means of Separation of Species-A Space Life Support Application
Space Education and Training Programs Awards
PI University Project Title
Eric Perrell ERAU Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Rocketry Initiative
Brian P. Tonner Orlando Science Center Student space-related education through bioreactor design and osteoblast research in microgravity
K Simmons Tekna-Theos Inc. Student space-related education through bioreactor design and osteoblast research in microgravity
Janusz Zalewski FGCU Curriculum Development and Two Courses for Real-Time Software in Space Operations