SPS

Single Person Spacecraft

OVERVIEW

The Single Person Spacecraft (SPS) is an example of our ongoing investment in R&D. The SPS provides a unique alternative to the concept of a spacesuit. When extra-vehicular activity (EVA) in space has required an astronaut with spacesuit there are inherent challenges. The SPS has advantages for both the astronaut and the overall activities that need to be accomplished.

DETAILS

Designed for servicing / exploration of ISS, NEOs and satellites. It can be piloted or tele-operated. Using the same atmosphere as the host vehicle it provides immediate access to space without pre-breathing or airlock. Integral propulsion enables rapid transport to the work site. It is sized to for all crew members providing “shirt sleeve” operations of conventional displays and controls.

Discovery Channel

See the Discovery Channel highlight of the SPS for the show Daily Planet.

PLANNED USES

International
Space Station

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OBJECTS

SaTELLITES & TELESCOPES

PUBLICATIONS

Benefits of a Single-Person Spacecraft

Single-Person Spacecraft favored for Gateway EVA

Single-Person Spacecraft, Progress toward Flight Testing

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NASA Awards Electrical Systems Engineering Services (ESES III) Contract

Genesis is a key hardware provider for the Electrical Systems Engineering Services III contract led by prime contractor SSAI’s team.

JWST – IEC

James Webb Space Telescope Integrated Science Instrument Module (ISIM) Electronics Compartment (IEC)

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OVERVIEW

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is an orbiting infrared observatory that will take the place of the Hubble Space Telescope at the end of its mission. Genesis Engineering Solutions was contracted to develop the Integrated Science Instrument Module (ISIM) Electronics Compartment (IEC) also knows as Region 2 of the JWST. This involves developing a light weight composite structure with optical reflective louver systems; this heat emitting system functions as a state-of-the-art radiator for space application.

The goal of the JWST is to study the universe at the important but previously unobserved epoch of galaxy formation. It will peer through dust to witness the birth of stars and planetary systems similar to our own. Utilizing JWST, scientists hope to get a better understanding of the intriguing dark matter problem. JWST is also a key element in NASA’s Origins Program.

GENESIS INVOLVEMENT

Products:

— Composite Structures
— Thermal Blanketing
— Harness, Cabling, Routing
— Ground Support Equipment

Services:

— Design
— Analysis (Thermal & Structural)
— Fabrication and Integration
— Project Management

Facilities:

— Genesis’ Integration Space and Class 10 Cleanroom
— Composite Fabrication Facility

Highlights:

— Design, Manufacture, Integration, Test, and Support for Region 2 of the telescope
— Composite shell design houses the telescope electronics
— Innovative optical reflective louver design made of composite materials
— Thermal system incorporates critical heat-emitting solution

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GEDI

Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation

OVERVIEW

The Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation (GEDI) lidar will reveal the 3-D architecture of forests. The unprecedented detail of these measurements will provide crucial information about the impact that trees have on the amount of carbon in the atmosphere.

GENESIS INVOLVEMENT

In addition to providing general engineering expertise, our activity and support for the GEDI project includes:

— Assisting with the design, configuration and maintenance of the GEDI laser and BDU experimental setups and build facilities

— Performing incoming acceptance inspections of ETU and flight parts for the laser and BDU

— Assisting as needed with design changes to the laser and BDU systems

— Writing and carrying out flight level procedures and work orders

— Supporting the assembly of the laser and BDU systems

— Logistics assistance on the GEDI laser and BDU including manufacturing process flow, parts tracking and delivery

— Documenting work performed in reports and presentations

— Thermal Blankets

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MUSTANG

Modular Unified Space Technology Avionics for Next Generation

OVERVIEW

Goddard Space Flight Center’s new generation of spacecraft control electronics and science Instrument Data Processing Unit (IDPU) electronics design is nearly complete.

GENESIS INVOLVEMENT

— OCI Optical Analysis
— Printed Wiring Board Design
— Electrical / FPGA Design
— Integration & Test
— Hardware Procurement
— PWA Manufacturing

DETAILS

Modular Unified Space Technology Avionics for Next Generation (MUSTANG), also known as MMS Derived Avionics (MDA), was developed using GSFC internal funds and funds from the Goddard Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE) mission. It is baselined for PACE, the Goddard Ocean Color Instrument (OCI), the Goddard Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation (GEDI) Power Controller Unit, and the JPL Multi-Angle Imager for Aerosols (MAIA) Instrument Electronics. The designs, although not the form factor, for the processor, comm card, low voltage power supply, power monitor card, solar array module, segment module, heater module, and engine valve driver have been adopted by the WFIRST project. The Goddard team has worked closely with key Goddard contractors, such as Genesis Engineering, who supported the design and manufacture of a number the MUSTANG cards.

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OCI PACE

Ocean Color Instrument - Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem

OVERVIEW

Measuring the color of the ocean provides important information about the health of the Earth’s oceans. The ocean is composed of many different substances which can contribute to the scattering of light at different wavelengths. One important substance is phytoplankton (marine based algae) which contributes to the greenish color of the ocean and is used to monitor and is an important sink for carbon dioxide.

GENESIS INVOLVEMENT

OCI Optical Analysis

We are supporting the OCI (Ocean Color Instrument) by working in the analysis of the OCI optical system. Stray light can interfere with the quality of the OCI measurements by affecting its accuracy. Stray light analysis helps to ensure that the OCI is measuring what it intends to and that most of the errant light entering the optical system is blocked by the detector. Optical tolerancing analysis provides an overall uncertainty budget in the optical systems ensuring that the instrument will meet its goals.

OCI Thermal Radiator

We are supporting the OCI by working in the analysis of the OCI optical system. Stray light can interfere with the quality of the OCI measurements by affecting its accuracy. Stray light analysis helps to ensure that the OCI is measuring what it intends to and that most of the errant light entering the optical system is blocked by the detector. Optical tolerancing analysis provides an overall uncertainty budget in the optical systems ensuring that the instrument will meet its goals.

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WFirst

Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope

OVERVIEW

WFIRST (Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope) is a NASA observatory designed to settle essential questions in the areas of dark energy, exoplanets, and infrared astrophysics.

GENESIS INVOLVEMENT

— Design (Composites)

— Project Management

— Manufacturing of Mockup/Demonstration Unit

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SPS

Single Person Spacecraft

OVERVIEW

The Single Person Spacecraft (SPS) is an example of our ongoing investment in R&D. The SPS provides a unique alternative to the concept of a spacesuit. When extra-vehicular activity (EVA) in space has required an astronaut with spacesuit there are inherent challenges. The SPS has advantages for both the astronaut and the overall activities that need to be accomplished.

DETAILS

Designed for servicing / exploration of ISS, NEOs and satellites. It can be piloted or tele-operated. Using the same atmosphere as the host vehicle it provides immediate access to space without pre-breathing or airlock. Integral propulsion enables rapid transport to the work site. It is sized to for all crew members providing “shirt sleeve” operations of conventional displays and controls.

PLANNED USES

International Space Station

NEAR EARTH OBJECTS

SaTELLITES & TELESCOPES

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LCRD

Laser Communications Relay Demonstration

OVERVIEW

The Laser Communications Relay Demonstration (LCRD) mission is NASA’s first, long duration optical communications mission. The project will help mature concepts and deliver technologies applicable to both near- Earth and deep space communication network missions.

The investigation will enable a variety of robust, future science and exploration missions, providing a higher data rate and delivering more accurate navigation capabilities with reduced size, weight and power requirements.

GENESIS INVOLVEMENT

— Technology Consultant

— Project Management

— Structural Analysis

— Optical Module 1 and 2 Blankets

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