|
|
 |
|
Informal Seminar by Donavon Delozier |
|
Date: December 7, 2005
Time: 12:00pm
Location: NIA, Rm 137
Novel Materials for Space Exploration
Donavon Delozier, NIA
Materials possessing unique combinations of properties are required for future NASA missions. In addition to specific requirements related to weight and performance, materials also have unique requirements related to stability and durability due to the harsh environment encountered in space.
Additionally, it is desired that materials perform more than one function to assist in weight savings as well as lowering the overall cost of missions.
Dr. Donavon Delozier has been involved in materials research in the Advanced Materials and Processing Branch at NASA-LaRC for seven years and his current research leverages experience in organic synthesis, nanotechnology, and materials processing to solve some materials issues related to exploring space. For example, a single polymeric material that is structural, fire resistant, and that provides protection from heavy ion radiation was recently developed and is being proposed as a replacement for a three component system currently used on the International Space Station. Other multifunctional materials used for space durable inflatable structures and habitats, portable on-demand power, and thermally conductive undergarments
for astronauts will be discussed.
|
|
|
Home