The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is a United States government agency established in 1958, primarily in response to advancements in space exploration by the Soviet Union. Originating from the National Advisory Committee on Aeronautics, NASA has a long history of advancing aeronautics and astronautics. It gained prominence for its Apollo program, which successfully landed humans on the moon in 1969. NASA has since been instrumental in various space missions, including the development of the space shuttle, which provided regular access to space from 1981 until its retirement in 2011. The agency plays a key role in the International Space Station, furthering human presence in space through international collaboration. In addition to manned missions, NASA conducts extensive scientific research, exploring planets like Mars and monitoring Earth's climate through satellites. Its aeronautics teams continue to innovate in creating safer and more efficient aircraft. Overall, NASA's work aims to expand human knowledge and capabilities in space while contributing to advancements that benefit life on Earth.
Associate Administrator and Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate
Past deals in Aerospace
Heliospace
Grant in 2025
Heliospace provides design, production, testing, and delivery of space-qualified hardware, along with systems engineering, management, integration, and test services. System engineering management for space flight missions includes analysis, integration, testing, and verification.
The Orbital Mining
Grant in 2024
The Orbital Mining is a space startup develops high-voltage converter system with a low-mass cable and a lithium-ion battery.
The Orbital Mining
Grant in 2024
The Orbital Mining is a space startup develops high-voltage converter system with a low-mass cable and a lithium-ion battery.
Intuitive Machines
Grant in 2024
Intuitive Machines is a prominent company in the space exploration sector, dedicated to advancing lunar and planetary exploration while fostering the development of the lunar economy. The company focuses on restoring American leadership in space by providing critical infrastructure and services. It offers a diverse range of products through four key business units: Lunar Access Services, which facilitates transport to the Moon; Orbital Services; Lunar Data Services; and Space Products and Infrastructure. These offerings support both robotic and human missions, aiming to enhance knowledge and capabilities for exploration beyond the Moon and Mars.
SATED Space
Grant in 2024
SATED Space LLC is an aerospace research and development firm located in Boulder, Colorado and focused on zero gravity technologies for cooking food. Our core technology's and IP also apply to life support, space manufacturing and space mining.
New Frontier Aerospace
Grant in 2024
New Frontier Aerospace is focused on developing advanced propulsion systems for a range of innovative products, including jet and rocket drones that can transport passengers and cargo globally in under two hours. The company specializes in renewably fueled, hypersonic vertical takeoff and landing aircraft designed to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. Its offerings include orbital transfer spacecraft and carbon-negative hypersonic aircraft aimed at civil, commercial, and defense sectors. By creating a transportation system that significantly reduces the duration of international flights, New Frontier Aerospace aims to transform global mobility while prioritizing environmental sustainability.
HyBird Space Systems
Grant in 2024
HyBird Space Systems is a bird that dares to fall and so learns to fly.
Rhea Space
Grant in 2024
Rhea Space Activity (RSA) is an astrophysics start-up focused on developing innovative technologies to support U.S. national security objectives. The company specializes in high-risk, high-reward research and development across various fields, including infrared satellites, directed energy, artificial intelligence, astroparticle physics, small satellites, autonomous underwater vehicles, and cislunar operations. By creating advanced solutions, RSA aims to enable government and defense forces to effectively meet their security needs.
Space Tango
Grant in 2024
Space Tango, Inc., founded in 2010 and based in Lexington, Kentucky, focuses on utilizing the unique environment of microgravity to develop and commercialize solutions applicable on Earth. As a subsidiary of Kentucky Space LLC, the company offers research and aerospace systems that facilitate real-time data collection for experiments conducted in zero gravity. Its services include lab testing for products and non-human life, enabling researchers and governments to design, integrate, and operate experiments effectively. By harnessing microgravity, Space Tango aims to provide valuable insights and innovative products that can enhance life on Earth.
Starlab Space
Grant in 2023
Starlab Space is a U.S.-led global venture developing a next-generation, AI-enabled commercial space station. Backed by Voyager Technologies, Airbus, Mitsubishi Corporation, MDA Space, and strategic partners like Palantir Technologies and The Ohio State University, Starlab aims to maintain human presence in Low-Earth Orbit and facilitate microgravity research beyond the International Space Station's retirement. The company offers services such as designing, building, and operating the space station, enabling space agencies, researchers, and companies to conduct studies, develop enhanced products, and advance human space exploration.
Space Initiatives
Grant in 2023
Space Initiatives Inc. is a startup specializing in the development and deployment of 50-gram femtosatellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). The company aims to capitalize on the growing interest in distributed small space systems and quantum metrology technologies, targeting both government contracts and commercial markets. Space Initiatives' offerings include a lunar surface sensor network, ballistic delivery systems, space traffic management services, and precision orbital debris tracking. The company is sensitive to the orbital debris issue and plans to integrate debris mitigation strategies into its deployments.
Cislune
Grant in 2023
Cislune is a company focused on developing excavators and rovers specifically designed for operations on the lunar surface. Its innovative technology employs a site preparation architecture that utilizes in-situ resources. By deploying a small swarm of rovers and excavators, Cislune creates durable lunar surfaces using size-sorted and compacted lunar regolith. This approach allows clients to effectively harness and utilize resources available on the moon, contributing to future lunar exploration and potential settlement.
H3X
Grant in 2023
H3X Technologies specializes in the manufacture of high-power density electric propulsion systems designed for sustainable aviation and urban air mobility. Founded in 2020 by Jason Sylvestre, Eric Maciolek, and Max Liben, the company has developed a unique product that integrates the electric motor and inverter into a single unit. This innovation aims to drive significant decarbonization across aviation, marine, and heavy industrial sectors, enhancing performance while also contributing to national security. H3X's systems allow aerospace companies to retrofit existing designs, thereby improving aircraft efficiency and promoting a more sustainable future in aviation.
North Dakota University
Grant in 2023
The University of North Dakota, located in Grand Forks, is a prominent doctoral research institution established in 1883. It offers a diverse array of more than 300 academic programs, including notable disciplines such as aerospace sciences, which trains highly skilled pilots. The university fosters a vibrant student life with over 200 clubs and organizations, catering to a wide range of interests. Students benefit from a dynamic campus environment featuring events like career fairs, international food festivals, and creative writing activities. Admissions require the submission of an application, official transcripts, and standardized test scores, with lower tuition rates for North Dakota residents. Financial aid options include federal grants, loans, and scholarships, emphasizing support for students through early FAFSA completion. The university's leadership is committed to maintaining academic excellence and integrity, guided by a strategic vision for its academic mission.
United Launch Alliance
Grant in 2023
United Launch Alliance, LLC is a provider of space launch services based in Centennial, Colorado, with additional offices in Denver, Alabama, and Texas. Established in 2005 as a joint venture between Lockheed Martin Corporation and The Boeing Company, ULA specializes in launching payloads for various applications, including weather monitoring, telecommunications, and national security. The company serves key clients such as the Department of Defense, NASA, the National Reconnaissance Office, and other U.S. government entities. ULA operates launch facilities at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida and Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, supporting missions that range from satellite deployment to deep space exploration. The company's focus is on providing affordable and reliable access to space, meeting the critical needs of its clients.
Astrobotic
Grant in 2023
Astrobotic Technology Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based company specializing in affordable space robotics and planetary missions. It develops advanced technologies aimed at supporting space agencies in executing a variety of lunar missions. Astrobotic's offerings include prototype rovers designed to transport commercial, governmental, and scientific payloads to the Moon's surface. In addition to payload delivery, the company focuses on collecting lunar science and engineering data while also organizing media and sponsorship events related to its missions. Through its innovative solutions, Astrobotic is poised to facilitate greater access to space exploration and research.
New Mexico State University
Grant in 2023
New Mexico State University (NMSU), located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, was established in 1888 and is a comprehensive research university recognized as a land-grant institution. NMSU offers a wide range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree programs across various disciplines, including Aerospace Engineering, Agricultural Economics, and Fashion Merchandising. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, NMSU is committed to academic excellence and provides an Honors College for high-achieving students. The university is also actively engaged in research initiatives, such as demonstrating the use of solar-powered water pumps for local agriculture. NMSU emphasizes accessibility to education through financial aid programs and promotes student health with regular health screenings and fitness activities. The main campus features various amenities, including art galleries, museums, a golf course, and public radio and television stations, enriching the student experience.
Starfish Space
Grant in 2023
Starfish Space Inc. specializes in providing on-demand in-space transportation and maintenance services for satellites. The company develops small space tugs equipped with proprietary Proximity Operations Software, which integrates orbital mechanics, machine vision artificial intelligence, and a low-thrust electric propulsion system. This innovative technology allows the tugs to conduct various satellite servicing missions, including life extension, relocation, disposal, and inspection. Founded in 2019 and based in Kent, Washington, Starfish Space aims to support satellite companies by enhancing their operational capabilities in orbit.
New Frontier Aerospace
Grant in 2023
New Frontier Aerospace is focused on developing advanced propulsion systems for a range of innovative products, including jet and rocket drones that can transport passengers and cargo globally in under two hours. The company specializes in renewably fueled, hypersonic vertical takeoff and landing aircraft designed to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. Its offerings include orbital transfer spacecraft and carbon-negative hypersonic aircraft aimed at civil, commercial, and defense sectors. By creating a transportation system that significantly reduces the duration of international flights, New Frontier Aerospace aims to transform global mobility while prioritizing environmental sustainability.
HyBird Space Systems
Grant in 2023
HyBird Space Systems is a bird that dares to fall and so learns to fly.
USNC
Grant in 2023
USNC specializes in the fields of nuclear power, small modular reactors, space reactors, and advanced reactors. The company is driven by its mission is to develop and deploy nuclear-based power generating equipment that is safe, commercially competitive, and simple to use. We are committed to bringing safe, reliable, and secure nuclear energy to world markets. USNC was founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
North Dakota University
Grant in 2023
The University of North Dakota, located in Grand Forks, is a prominent doctoral research institution established in 1883. It offers a diverse array of more than 300 academic programs, including notable disciplines such as aerospace sciences, which trains highly skilled pilots. The university fosters a vibrant student life with over 200 clubs and organizations, catering to a wide range of interests. Students benefit from a dynamic campus environment featuring events like career fairs, international food festivals, and creative writing activities. Admissions require the submission of an application, official transcripts, and standardized test scores, with lower tuition rates for North Dakota residents. Financial aid options include federal grants, loans, and scholarships, emphasizing support for students through early FAFSA completion. The university's leadership is committed to maintaining academic excellence and integrity, guided by a strategic vision for its academic mission.
New Mexico State University
Grant in 2023
New Mexico State University (NMSU), located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, was established in 1888 and is a comprehensive research university recognized as a land-grant institution. NMSU offers a wide range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree programs across various disciplines, including Aerospace Engineering, Agricultural Economics, and Fashion Merchandising. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, NMSU is committed to academic excellence and provides an Honors College for high-achieving students. The university is also actively engaged in research initiatives, such as demonstrating the use of solar-powered water pumps for local agriculture. NMSU emphasizes accessibility to education through financial aid programs and promotes student health with regular health screenings and fitness activities. The main campus features various amenities, including art galleries, museums, a golf course, and public radio and television stations, enriching the student experience.
West Virginia University
Grant in 2023
West Virginia University in Morgantown offers the chance to take part in strong academic programs in order to earn bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees. A world-class university hosting students from across the country and around the world, WVU is known for its strong academics, excellent athletic programs, and access to the natural beauty of West Virginia. In fact, entering students can enjoy the Mountaineer Adventure Program, an outdoor orientation that takes students white-water rafting, mountain climbing, or scuba diving within the state and in locations across the globe, like Fiji or New Zealand. The Mountaineers are also consistent contenders for top athletic prizes, with the football and men’s basketball teams often playing in the national spotlight. Of the many academic programs available to study, there are a few interesting and unique programs such as Aerospace Engineering, Cellular, and Integrative Physiology, Child Development and Family Studies, Education Leadership and Public School Administration, Forensic and Investigative Science, Industrial Engineering, Nursing, Professional Writing and Editing, and many others. Searching for a job post-graduation doesn’t have to be a solitary journey. The career service center has support programs such as career counseling, job fairs, and seminars and workshops that cover subjects like portfolios, resume writing, salary information, and the interview process, which are sure to enhance the job search. The financial aid office can help you find the means to cover your tuition and other educational expenses. FAFSA-related aid includes loans, grants, and work-study. Scholarships offered by WVU include scholarships for West Virginia residents, non-residents, and transfer students as well as the Promise scholarship which covers all of a student’s tuition based on merit.
Boeing
Grant in 2023
Boeing, established in 1916, is a leading American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells fixed-wing aircraft, rotorcraft, rockets, and satellites. It operates in two primary business units: Boeing Commercial Airplanes and Boeing Defense, Space & Security. The company's products and services range from commercial and military aircraft to satellites, weapons, defense systems, launch systems, and performance-based logistics and training. Boeing is a significant global exporter, supporting customers in over 150 countries, and is renowned for its innovation and aerospace leadership.
Sydor Technologies
Grant in 2022
Sydor Technologies is a developer of diagnostic instruments and equipment tailored for laboratories, research facilities, defense, energy, and academic institutions worldwide. The company focuses on creating advanced diagnostics and imaging systems, which include cameras, X-ray beam monitors, image intensifiers, and photomultipliers. Their portfolio also features electronic pulsers designed for use in accelerator applications, as well as Diamond Beam Position Monitors and electrometers that offer comprehensive feedback and control across various experimental settings. Additionally, Sydor's direct detectors are engineered to enhance capabilities for soft, tender, and hard X-ray experiments, contributing to the advancement of science and technology across diverse fields.
SpaceX
Grant in 2022
SpaceX, officially known as Space Exploration Technologies, is a space transportation company founded in 2002 by Elon Musk and headquartered in Hawthorne, California. The company specializes in the design, manufacture, and launch of advanced rockets and spacecraft, including notable vehicles such as Falcon Heavy, Dragon, and Starship. SpaceX develops a range of technologies including crew and cargo capsules, rocket engines, and avionics, alongside guidance and control software. A key focus of SpaceX is the creation of partially reusable launch vehicles, such as Falcon 1 and Falcon 9, which aim to reduce the costs associated with space travel. By enabling the transport of cargo, humans, and payloads into space, SpaceX seeks to advance the capabilities and affordability of space exploration and travel.
Momentum Optics
Grant in 2022
Momentum Optics is focused on addressing the growing demand for high-quality glass optics through innovative, on-demand manufacturing solutions. Utilizing proprietary technology developed with support from NASA, the company employs a laser-based mechanism combined with machine learning to produce custom lenses with exceptional precision. This approach allows Momentum Optics to manufacture optics ten times faster and at a significantly lower cost than traditional methods, while also achieving superior performance metrics. By enabling researchers and product developers to create multiple lenses simultaneously, Momentum Optics facilitates accelerated discovery, reduces overall costs, and enhances the performance of optical devices, ultimately shortening the time to market for new products.
Blue Origin
Grant in 2021
Blue Origin, LLC is an aerospace company founded in 2000 and based in Kent, Washington, with an additional facility in West Texas. The company designs and manufactures spaceflight systems, focusing on reducing the cost of access to space and enabling the exploration of the solar system. Its flagship system, New Shepard, is a reusable vertical takeoff and landing vehicle equipped with a vertical landing booster and advanced engines. Blue Origin develops its engines in the United States, featuring precise control, high thrust for launch, deep throttling for landing, and capabilities for stop and restart operations. The company's mission extends to creating sustainable technologies that facilitate human habitation and work in space, allowing for the exploration and utilization of resources beyond Earth.
NanoRacks
Grant in 2021
NanoRacks LLC, founded in 2009 and headquartered in Webster, Texas, specializes in providing satellite equipment and services for both government and commercial clients. The company focuses on suborbital services, including payload design, integration, and development, as well as satellite deployment and microgravity research. NanoRacks operates various deployment platforms, such as the ISS CubeSat deployer and the Cygnus deployer, facilitating the launch of over 700 payloads onboard the International Space Station. The company serves a diverse customer base, including governmental agencies, educational institutions, and private enterprises, while maintaining offices in Silicon Valley, California, and Leiden, the Netherlands. Through partnerships, such as a teaming agreement with Blue Origin, NanoRacks continues to expand its capabilities, establishing itself as a significant player in the commercial space market for low-earth orbit utilization.
Northrop Grumman
Grant in 2021
Northrop Grumman Corporation is a prominent American aerospace and defense technology company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia. As one of the largest weapons manufacturers globally, Northrop Grumman is engaged in the development and production of a wide array of military and civil technologies. The company operates through several segments: Aeronautics Systems, which includes the production of advanced aircraft such as the F-35 and Global Hawk drones; Defense Systems, focusing on artillery, missile systems, and military aircraft upgrades; Mission Systems, which integrates radar, navigation, and communication systems for various platforms; and Space Systems, responsible for spacecraft and high-energy laser systems. Northrop Grumman’s diverse offerings play a critical role in national defense and support various civilian space initiatives.
Colossus
Grant in 2021
Colossus is building high-performance edge computing hardware for spacecraft.
Morpheus Space
Grant in 2021
Morpheus Space GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Dresden, Germany, is an aerospace company specializing in the manufacture of electric propulsion systems for the small satellite industry. The company produces modular systems such as nanoFEEP and multiFEEP, which facilitate the operation of satellite constellations as cohesive units. By integrating advanced electric propulsion technology with artificial intelligence, Morpheus Space is redefining the capabilities of satellite networks, allowing for unprecedented flexibility in mission planning and orbital maneuvering. Its highly efficient propulsion systems enable satellites to conduct numerous complex maneuvers, optimizing their operations and supporting sustainability in space. This innovation also addresses the challenge of space debris management, positioning Morpheus Space at the forefront of the NewSpace industry.
Resilient Computing
Grant in 2021
Resilient Computing focuses on creating computer architectures capable of enduring the extreme radiation conditions found in space. The company specializes in developing reliable computing technology that employs software recovery procedures on FPGA-based systems. This innovative approach allows developers to utilize robust computing architectures tailored for space applications, including protection against cyberattacks. By addressing the unique challenges posed by the space environment, Resilient Computing aims to enhance the reliability and security of computing systems used in aerospace applications.
Nebula Compute
Grant in 2021
Nebula Compute specializes in developing an open-source cloud computing platform tailored for the space sector, serving both government and commercial clients. Its innovative technology aims to enhance high-performance computing capabilities, offering a cost-effective alternative to constructing additional data centers. By facilitating the sharing of large and complex data sets, Nebula Compute enables scientists and researchers from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, among others, to collaborate more efficiently with external partners and the public. The platform allows users to provision, manage, and decommission computing resources on demand, utilizing a user-friendly web interface or command-line tools.
Institute for Astronomy
Grant in 2021
Institute for Astronomy is the premier institution for astronomy research and education. They create cutting-edge instrumentation and technology, and innovative surveys to study the ever-changing night sky. Its broad-based program includes studies of the Sun, planets, and stars, as well as interstellar matter, galaxies, and cosmology.
GE Aviation
Grant in 2021
GE Aviation, headquartered in Evendale, Ohio, is a leading provider of jet and turboprop engines, components, and integrated systems for various types of aircraft. As a part of the General Electric conglomerate, it ranks among the top aircraft engine suppliers globally, offering products for commercial, military, business, and general aviation. The division was formerly known as General Electric Aircraft Engines until 2005. GE Aviation's offerings include engines and services tailored to meet the diverse needs of the aviation industry. Its primary competitors include Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney. Additionally, GE Aviation operates a joint venture with SNECMA of France, known as CFM International, which enhances its capabilities in the aircraft engine market.
TransAstra
Pre Seed Round in 2021
TransAstra is focused on advancing technologies related to space resources and in-space transportation, aiming to foster significant growth in the existing and emerging space industries. The company specializes in locating and prospecting asteroids and lunar resources, such as water and other valuable materials. By developing methods to extract these resources, TransAstra enables their use as rocket propellants, thereby supporting not only current commercial satellites but also new ventures like space tourism. Additionally, TransAstra's innovative technology can detect asteroids and orbital debris that traditional systems struggle to find, including fast-moving objects in the space between Earth and the Moon. Through these efforts, TransAstra is positioned to play a pivotal role in expanding the space economy.
Momentum Optics
Grant in 2021
Momentum Optics is focused on addressing the growing demand for high-quality glass optics through innovative, on-demand manufacturing solutions. Utilizing proprietary technology developed with support from NASA, the company employs a laser-based mechanism combined with machine learning to produce custom lenses with exceptional precision. This approach allows Momentum Optics to manufacture optics ten times faster and at a significantly lower cost than traditional methods, while also achieving superior performance metrics. By enabling researchers and product developers to create multiple lenses simultaneously, Momentum Optics facilitates accelerated discovery, reduces overall costs, and enhances the performance of optical devices, ultimately shortening the time to market for new products.
Hermeus
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Hermeus Corporation, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, specializes in the development of hypersonic aircraft designed to enhance global transportation. The company's Mach 5 jets are capable of flying at speeds exceeding five times the speed of sound, significantly reducing travel times for long-haul flights. For instance, a journey from New York to London can be completed in just 90 minutes, compared to the typical seven-hour duration. Hermeus aims to improve safety and efficiency in business class air travel while allowing for seamless integration with existing aviation infrastructure. This innovative approach not only accelerates travel but also fosters enhanced connectivity among global cities.
Astrobotic
Grant in 2020
Astrobotic Technology Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based company specializing in affordable space robotics and planetary missions. It develops advanced technologies aimed at supporting space agencies in executing a variety of lunar missions. Astrobotic's offerings include prototype rovers designed to transport commercial, governmental, and scientific payloads to the Moon's surface. In addition to payload delivery, the company focuses on collecting lunar science and engineering data while also organizing media and sponsorship events related to its missions. Through its innovative solutions, Astrobotic is poised to facilitate greater access to space exploration and research.
AnalySwift
Grant in 2020
AnalySwift offers simulation software for composite materials and structures. Their tools, SwiftComp and VABS, provide an advantage through cutting-edge technology for multiscale, multiphysics structural and micromechanics modeling.
SpaceX
Grant in 2019
SpaceX, officially known as Space Exploration Technologies, is a space transportation company founded in 2002 by Elon Musk and headquartered in Hawthorne, California. The company specializes in the design, manufacture, and launch of advanced rockets and spacecraft, including notable vehicles such as Falcon Heavy, Dragon, and Starship. SpaceX develops a range of technologies including crew and cargo capsules, rocket engines, and avionics, alongside guidance and control software. A key focus of SpaceX is the creation of partially reusable launch vehicles, such as Falcon 1 and Falcon 9, which aim to reduce the costs associated with space travel. By enabling the transport of cargo, humans, and payloads into space, SpaceX seeks to advance the capabilities and affordability of space exploration and travel.
bluShift Aerospace
Grant in 2019
bluShift Aerospace is a sustainable space launch services provider that focuses on delivering dedicated launch solutions for small payloads, including nanosatellites and microsatellites. Utilizing proprietary rocket technology powered by carbon-neutral biofuel, bluShift aims to revolutionize space transportation while reducing the costs, complexity, and risks associated with launching small satellites. The company offers both suborbital and orbital launch services tailored to meet the needs of customers in the commercial and defense sectors. By prioritizing rapid and responsive solutions, bluShift enables its clients to minimize their expenses and environmental impact in the rapidly evolving space industry, which is projected to reach a market value of $28 billion over the next decade.
Ozark Integrated Circuits
Grant in 2019
Ozark Integrated Circuits provides design techniques, modeling and design tools for integrated circuits and systems on chip for extreme environments.
ExoTerra
Venture Round in 2018
ExoTerra Resource, LLC, founded in 2011 and based in Littleton, Colorado, specializes in designing and developing power and propulsion components, subsystems, and integrated buses for CubeSats and small satellites. The company offers a range of products, including propulsion systems such as the Halo Micro Hall Effect Thruster and Pulsed Plasma Thrusters, as well as power solutions like Deployable Solar Arrays and Power Processing Units. Additionally, ExoTerra provides spacecraft modules that integrate these technologies, such as the Propulsion Module and SEP Module. With a team of 16 engineers skilled in various fields, the company also offers mechanical and electrical engineering services, system design, and consulting, all aimed at reducing the cost of space exploration while enhancing the performance of small spacecraft.
SSL
Grant in 2018
SSL, based in Palo Alto, California, is a leading provider of advanced spacecraft systems, with broad expertise to support commercial and government satellite operators and innovative space missions. The company designs and manufactures spacecraft for services such as direct-to-home television, video content distribution, broadband internet, mobile communications, in-orbit servicing, space exploration, and Earth observation. As a Silicon Valley innovator for 60 years, SSL’s advanced product line includes state-of-the-art small satellites, and sophisticated robotics and autonomous solutions for remote operations.
United Launch Alliance
Grant in 2018
United Launch Alliance, LLC is a provider of space launch services based in Centennial, Colorado, with additional offices in Denver, Alabama, and Texas. Established in 2005 as a joint venture between Lockheed Martin Corporation and The Boeing Company, ULA specializes in launching payloads for various applications, including weather monitoring, telecommunications, and national security. The company serves key clients such as the Department of Defense, NASA, the National Reconnaissance Office, and other U.S. government entities. ULA operates launch facilities at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida and Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, supporting missions that range from satellite deployment to deep space exploration. The company's focus is on providing affordable and reliable access to space, meeting the critical needs of its clients.
Astrobotic
Grant in 2018
Astrobotic Technology Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based company specializing in affordable space robotics and planetary missions. It develops advanced technologies aimed at supporting space agencies in executing a variety of lunar missions. Astrobotic's offerings include prototype rovers designed to transport commercial, governmental, and scientific payloads to the Moon's surface. In addition to payload delivery, the company focuses on collecting lunar science and engineering data while also organizing media and sponsorship events related to its missions. Through its innovative solutions, Astrobotic is poised to facilitate greater access to space exploration and research.
Frontier Aerospace
Grant in 2018
Frontier Aerospace Corporation, established in 2014 and originally founded in 1997 as Frontier Engineering, specializes in the development of rocket propulsion technology for various applications, including lunar landers, on-orbit servicing, and satellite operations. Led by Jim McKinnon, who has extensive experience in rocket propulsion, the company focuses on conceptualizing, designing, and validating innovative systems for in-space and launch propulsion. Frontier's expertise encompasses liquid rockets, mechanical design, computational fluid dynamics analysis, and parametric design optimization. The company aims to create advanced technologies such as booster rocket engine components, reaction control thrusters, and deep space exploration thrusters, supporting clients in achieving effective in-space transportation. Frontier actively pursues government research grants and contracts while also investing in its own resources to foster innovation in the aerospace sector.
Blue Origin
Grant in 2018
Blue Origin, LLC is an aerospace company founded in 2000 and based in Kent, Washington, with an additional facility in West Texas. The company designs and manufactures spaceflight systems, focusing on reducing the cost of access to space and enabling the exploration of the solar system. Its flagship system, New Shepard, is a reusable vertical takeoff and landing vehicle equipped with a vertical landing booster and advanced engines. Blue Origin develops its engines in the United States, featuring precise control, high thrust for launch, deep throttling for landing, and capabilities for stop and restart operations. The company's mission extends to creating sustainable technologies that facilitate human habitation and work in space, allowing for the exploration and utilization of resources beyond Earth.
Paragon Space Development Corporation
Grant in 2018
Paragon designs, produces, qualifies and fields life support and thermal control for extreme environments. This includes human support systems such as air revitalization, pressure control, waste processing and waste management and resource recovery. Paragon also produces in-situ resource recovery technologies that recover water, CO2 and other substances for use within life support and to reduce the material burden for replacement. Paragon also produces the thermal control hardware to keep humans and equipment operating at optimum conditions. No matter where Humans go in Space in the future, Paragon technology will support them.
DexMat
Grant in 2018
DexMat specializes in the production of Galvorn, a high-performance conductive carbon nanomaterial that surpasses traditional materials in strength, weight, and durability. Galvorn is ten times stronger than steel, half the weight of aluminum, and offers a flex life that is one hundred times greater than copper. This innovative material is designed to replace heavy and environmentally damaging metals across various industries, including sporting goods, e-textiles, electronics, energy, aerospace, and automotive sectors. DexMat manufactures Galvorn as fibers, yarns, films, and fabrics, providing a lightweight and flexible alternative to conventional metals. The company's commitment to sustainability is evident in its carbon-negative production processes, positioning Galvorn as a key player in reducing carbon emissions on a global scale.
Cosmosphere
Grant in 2018
Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center is a museum and educational facility dedicated to the development of applied science education. It has a collection of U.S. and Russian space artifacts in the world that provides a resource for the its applied STEM education programs, which are focused on next generation science standards, common core, and college and career readiness. Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center is known for the display and restoration of spaceflight artifacts and educational camps. It is one of only three museums to display flown spacecraft from Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo missions. Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center was founded in 1962 and is based in Hutchinson, K.S.
AirSpeQ
Grant in 2018
Improving the world for plants, animals and people by commercializing sensors for fine and ultrafine particulate matter detection. Based on MEMS and Thin FBAR technology. Funded by National Science Foundation (NSF) Seed Fund for America, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and others. Finalist NASA Earth Space Air Prize. Winner Cutting Edge Award Shanghai/Yangpu Global Startup Competition. Winner 2019 Red Herring Top 100 North American Companies award.
Remote Sensing Solutions
Grant in 2018
Remote Sensing Solutions specializes in the development of advanced radar and sensing systems designed for a variety of applications, including hydrography, oceanography, topography, and engineering. The company offers reconfigurable hardware, firmware, and software solutions that enable high-precision data collection and analysis, even in challenging conditions such as dust, clouds, and darkness. Their innovative technology focuses on miniaturizing radar-sensing capabilities, resulting in network-based solid-state radar systems suitable for both ground and airborne use. This focus on accuracy and adaptability positions Remote Sensing Solutions as a key player in the remote sensing industry.
Miles Space
Grant in 2017
Miles Space, based in Tampa, Florida, specializes in the development of advanced spacecraft propulsion and communication technologies. The company focuses on creating innovative solutions such as plasma thrusters and signal processing systems, which enhance communication capabilities for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geostationary Orbit (GEO) applications. Their offerings enable clients to deploy communication systems worldwide at a significantly reduced cost compared to traditional satellite dishes. Additionally, Miles Space is working on a miniature spacecraft designed to travel into outer space, showcasing their newly developed navigation and propulsion technologies. Through these advancements, the company aims to revolutionize space communication and exploration.
DexMat
Grant in 2017
DexMat specializes in the production of Galvorn, a high-performance conductive carbon nanomaterial that surpasses traditional materials in strength, weight, and durability. Galvorn is ten times stronger than steel, half the weight of aluminum, and offers a flex life that is one hundred times greater than copper. This innovative material is designed to replace heavy and environmentally damaging metals across various industries, including sporting goods, e-textiles, electronics, energy, aerospace, and automotive sectors. DexMat manufactures Galvorn as fibers, yarns, films, and fabrics, providing a lightweight and flexible alternative to conventional metals. The company's commitment to sustainability is evident in its carbon-negative production processes, positioning Galvorn as a key player in reducing carbon emissions on a global scale.
DexMat
Grant in 2016
DexMat specializes in the production of Galvorn, a high-performance conductive carbon nanomaterial that surpasses traditional materials in strength, weight, and durability. Galvorn is ten times stronger than steel, half the weight of aluminum, and offers a flex life that is one hundred times greater than copper. This innovative material is designed to replace heavy and environmentally damaging metals across various industries, including sporting goods, e-textiles, electronics, energy, aerospace, and automotive sectors. DexMat manufactures Galvorn as fibers, yarns, films, and fabrics, providing a lightweight and flexible alternative to conventional metals. The company's commitment to sustainability is evident in its carbon-negative production processes, positioning Galvorn as a key player in reducing carbon emissions on a global scale.
AirSpeQ
Grant in 2016
Improving the world for plants, animals and people by commercializing sensors for fine and ultrafine particulate matter detection. Based on MEMS and Thin FBAR technology. Funded by National Science Foundation (NSF) Seed Fund for America, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and others. Finalist NASA Earth Space Air Prize. Winner Cutting Edge Award Shanghai/Yangpu Global Startup Competition. Winner 2019 Red Herring Top 100 North American Companies award.
Aerojet Rocketdyne
Grant in 2016
Aerojet Rocketdyne is a leading company in the aerospace and defense sector, engaged in the design, development, manufacture, and sale of a wide array of propulsion and power systems. Headquartered in El Segundo, California, the company serves various clients, including the United States government, the Department of Defense, NASA, and aerospace and defense prime contractors. Its Aerospace and Defense segment produces liquid and solid rocket propulsion systems, air-breathing hypersonic engines, and electric power systems for a range of applications, including space exploration, missile defense, and tactical systems. Additionally, Aerojet Rocketdyne has a Real Estate segment that focuses on the management of its excess real estate assets, involving activities such as re-zoning, entitlement, sale, and leasing of approximately 11,394 acres of land in California. Founded in 1915, Aerojet Rocketdyne has been integral to many significant U.S. space and missile initiatives throughout its history.
Ozark Integrated Circuits
Grant in 2015
Ozark Integrated Circuits provides design techniques, modeling and design tools for integrated circuits and systems on chip for extreme environments.
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