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Fostering Visions for the Future: A Review of the NASA Institute of Advanced Concepts
E
List and Statistical Analysis of NIAC Grants
LIST OF NIAC GRANTS
The NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts (NIAC) awards are categorized according to the NASA directorate (Aeronautics Research, Exploration Systems, Science, and Space Operations) which appeared to be most closely associated with the ultimate application of the work. A statistical analysis of the origin of each proposal is also presented.
Aeronautics Research
An Advanced Counter-Rotating Disk Wing Aircraft Concept
Artificial Neural Membrane Flapping Wing
Environmentally-Neutral Aircraft Propulsion Using Low-Temperature Plasmas
Solid State Aircraft
Exploration Systems
A Contamination-Free Ultrahigh Precision Formation Flight Method Based on Intracavity Photon Thrusters and Tethers
A Realistic Interstellar Explorer
A System of Mesoscale Biomimetic Roboswimmers for Exploration and Search of Life on Europa
Advanced Solar- and Laser-pushed Lightsail Concepts
Advanced System Concept for Total ISRU-Based Propulsion and Power Systems for Unmanned and Manned Mars Exploration
An Architecture of Modular Spacecraft with Integrated Structural Electrodynamic Propulsion (ISEP)
Antimatter Driven Sail for Deep Space Missions
Antiproton-Driven, Magnetically Insulated Inertial Fusion (MICF) Propulsion System
Architectures and Algorithms for Self-Healing Autonomous Spacecraft
Autonomous Self-Extending Machines for Accelerating Space Exploration
Bio-electric Space Exploration
Cislunar Tether Transport System
Cyclical Visits to Mars Via Astronaut Hotels
Development of Lunar Ice Recovery System Architecture
Directed Application of Nanobiotechnology for the Development of Autonomous Biobots
Electromagnetic Formation Flight
Enabling Exploration of Deep Space: High Density Storage of Antimatter
Europa Sample Return Mission Utilizing High Specific Impulse Refueled with Indigenous Resources
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Extreme Expeditionary Architecture (EXP-Arch): Mobile, Adaptable Systems for Space and Earth Exploration
Formation Flying with Shepherd Satellites
High-Speed Interplanetary Tug/Cocoon Vehicles (HITVs)
High-Acceleration Micro-Scale Laser Sails for Interstellar Propulsion
Hypersonic Airplane Space Tether Orbital Launch System
Lorentz-Actuated Orbits: Electrodynamic Propulsion Without a Tether
Low Cost Space Transportation Using Electron Spiral Toroid (EST) Propulsion
Lunar Space Elevators for Cislunar Space Development
Magnetized Beamed Plasma Propulsion (MagBeam)
Micro Asteroid Prospector Powered by Energetic Radioisotopes: MAPPER
Microbots for Large-Scale Planetary Surface and Subsurface Exploration
Mini-Magnetospheric Plasma Propulsion, M2P2
Modular Laser Launch Architecture: Analysis and Beam Module Design
Modular Spacecraft with Integrated Structural Electrodynamic Propulsion
Multi-Mice: A Network of Interactive Nuclear Cryoprobes to Explore Ice Sheets on Mars and Europa
Optimal Navigation in a Plasma Medium
Planetary Exploration Using Biomimetics
Positron Propelled and Powered Space Transport Vehicle for Planetary Missions
Primary Propulsion for Piloted Deep Space Exploration
Propellantless Control of Spacecraft Swarms Using Coulomb Forces
Pulsed Plasma Power Generation
Rapid Manned Mars Mission with a Propagating Magnetic Wave Plasma Accelerator
Sailing the Planets: Science from Directed Aerial Robot Explorers
Scalable Flat-Panel Nano-Particle MEMS/NEMS Propulsion Technology for Space Exploration in the 21st Century
Self-Organized Navigation Control for Manned and Unmanned Vehicles in Space Colonies
Self-Transforming Robotic Planetary Explorers
Space Transport Development Using Orbital Debris
Spacecraft Propulsion Utilizing Ponderomotive Forces
System Architecture Development for a Self-Sustaining Lunar Colony
The Black Light Rocket Engine
The Magnetic Sail
The Mesicopter: A Meso-Scale Flight Vehicle
The Plasma Magnet
The Space Elevator
Ultrafast Laser-Driven Plasma for Space Propulsion
Ultralight Solar Sails for Interstellar Travel
Science
3D Viewing of Images on the Basis of 2D Images
A Deep Field Infrared Observatory near the Lunar Pole
A Self-Sustaining Boundary-Layer-Adapted System for Terrain Exploration and Environmental Sampling
Adaptive Observation Strategies for Advanced Weather Prediction
Assessment of the Feasibility of Extremely Large, Structureless Optical Telescopes and Arrays
An Ultra-High-Throughput X-Ray Astronomy Observatory with a New Mission Architecture
Architecture of Intelligent Earth Observation Satellite for Common Users in 2010-2050
Autonomous VTOL Scalable Logistics Architecture
Controlling the Global Weather
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Efficient Direct Conversion of Sunlight to Coherent Light at High Average Power in Space
Exploration of Jovian Atmosphere Using Nuclear Ramjet Flyer
Extraction of Antiparticles Concentrated in Planetary Magnetic Fields
Extremely Large Swarm Array of Picosats for Microwave/RF Earth Sensing, Radiometry and Mapping
Feasibility of Communications Using Quantum Entanglement
Global Constellation of Stratospheric Scientific Platforms
Global Environmental MEMS Sensors: A Revolutionary Observing System for the 21st Century
Global Observations and Alerts from Lagrange-Point, Pole-Sitter, and Geosynchronous Orbits (GOAL&GO)
High Resolution Structureless Telescope
Inherently Adaptive Structural Systems
Intelligent Satellite Teams for Space Systems
Investigation of the Feasibility of Laser Trapped Mirrors in Space
Large Telescope Using Holographically Corrected Membranes
Large Ultra-Lightweight Photonic Muscle Telescope
Large-Product General-Purpose Design and Manufacturing Using Nanoscale Modules
New Architecture for Space Solar Power Systems: Fabrication of Silicon Solar Cells Using In-Situ Resources
New Worlds Imager
Planetary Circumnavigation: A Concept for Surface Exploration of the Inner Planets
Planetary-Scale Astronomical Bench
Practicality of a Solar Shield in Space to Counter Global Warming
Primary Objective Grating Astronomical Telescope
Protein Based Nano-Machines for Space Applications
Reduction of Trapped Energetic Particle Fluxes in Earth & Jovian Radiation Belts
Scientific Exploration and Human Utilization of Subsurface Extraterrestrial Environments: A Feasibility Assessment of Strategies, Technologies and Test Beds
Self-Assembly of Optical Structures in Space
SHIELD—A Comprehensive Earth Protection System
The Hematopoietic Stem Cell Therapy for Exploration of Space
The League of Extraordinary Machines: A Rapid and Scalable Approach to Planetary Defense Against Asteroid Impactors
Ultra-High Resolution Fourier Transform X-Ray Interferometer
Ultrahigh Resolution X-Ray Astronomy Using Steerable Occulting Satellites
Very Large Optics for the Study of Extrasolar Terrestrial Planets
X-Ray Interferometry: Ultimate Astronomical Imaging
Space Operations
A Chameleon Suit to Liberate Human Exploration of Space Environments
A Flexible Architecture for Plant Functional Geonomics in Space Environments
A Modular Robotic System for Surface Operations of Human Mars Exploration
A Novel Information Management Architecture for Maintaining Long Duration Space Crews
A Novel Interface System for Seamlessly Integrating Human-Robot Cooperative Activities in Space
Achieving Comprehensive Mission Robustness
An Architecture for Unmanned Self-Replicating Lunar Factories
Analysis of a Lunar Base Electrostatic Radiation Shield Concept
Antimatter Harvesting in Space
Astronaut Bio-Suit System for Exploration Class Missions
Biologically Inspired Legged Robots for Space Operations
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Customizable, Reprogrammable, Food Preparation, Production and Invention System
Development of a Single-Fluid Consumable Infrastructure for Life Support, Power, Propulsion, and Thermal Control
Development of Plant Genetic Assessment and Control System for Space Environments
Development of Self-Sustaining Mars Colonies Utilizing the North Polar Cap and the Martian Atmosphere
Electric Toroid Rotor Technology Development
In-Orbit Assembly of Modular Space Systems with Non-Contacting, Flux-Pinned Interfaces
Magnetically Inflated Cable (MIC) System for Space Applications
Mars Atmosphere Resources Recovery System (MARRS)
Methodology for the Study of Autonomous VTOL Scalable Logistics Architecture
Modeling Kinematic Cellular Automata: An Approach to Self-Replication
Networks of the Edge of Forever: Meteor Burst Communication Networks on Mars
Plasma Magnetic Shield for Crew Protection
Programmable Plants: Development of an In Planta System for the Remote Monitoring and Control of Plant Function for Life Support
Redesigning Living Organisms to Survive on Mars
Robotic Lunar Ecopoiesis Test Bed
Self-Deployed Space or Planetary Habitats and Extremely Large Structures
System Feasibility Demonstrations of Caves and Subsurface Constructs for Mars Habitation and Scientific Exploration
Tailored Force Fields for Space-Based Construction
Use of Superconducting Magnet Technology for Astronaut Radiation Protection
Wide Bandwidth Deep Space Quantum Communication
STATISTICAL ANALYSIS
As noted in Chapter 2 section on the diversity of grantees, over the 9 years of NIAC’s existence, a total of 1,066 Phase I proposals and 129 Phase II proposals were received at NIAC and evaluated for possible funding. Tables E-1 through E-4 (and corresponding Figures E-1 through E-4) provide a breakdown of submissions for the entire history of NIAC, excluding the proposals that were submitted during the CP 07-01 solicitation, which were returned without review due to the closure of NIAC.
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TABLE E-1 Number of Phase I Proposals Submitted to and Evaluated by NIAC
Category
CP98-01a
CP98-02b
CP99-03c
CP00-02d
CP01-02e
CP02-02f
CP04-01g
CP05-01h
CP06-01i
Total
Universities
58
15
33
62
34
17
35
56
45
355
Small Disadvantaged Businesses
7
5
8
3
9
0
12
12
15
71
Small Businesses
47
39
50
87
59
37
64
86
97
566
Historically Black Colleges and Minority-Serving Institutions
0
1
2
2
1
1
0
0
2
9
Large Businesses
5
3
11
8
11
1
1
3
7
50
National Laboratories
2
1
0
10
0
0
1
1
0
15
Total
119
64
104
172
114
56
113
158
166
1,066
a NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, NIAC 2nd (1999) Annual Report, Atlanta, Ga., 2000. Discrepancies in the numbers from one annual report to the next were found. When this was encountered, the most recent report was used.
b Ibid.
c NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, Annual Report (3rd; 2000-2001), Atlanta, Ga., 2001.
d NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, Annual Report (4th; 2001-2002), Atlanta, Ga., 2002.
e NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, 5th Annual Report (2002-2003), Atlanta, Ga., 2003.
f NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, Annual Report (6th; 2003-2004), Atlanta, Ga., 2004.
g NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, 7th Annual Report (2004-2005), Atlanta, Ga., 2005.
h Ibid.
i NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, 9th Annual and Final Report (2006-2007), Atlanta, Ga., 2007.
FIGURE E-1 Percentage of evaluated proposals by submission category for all Phase I solicitations during the life of NIAC.
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TABLE E-2 Number of Phase I Proposals Awarded
Category
CP98-01a
CP98-02b
CP99-03c
CP00-02d
CP01-02e
CP02-02f
CP04-01g
CP05-01h
CP06-01i
Total
Universities
8
3
1
10
9
4
7
3
4
49
Small Disadvantaged Businesses
0
0
0
0
1
0
1
3
1
6
Small Businesses
6
10
13
5
4
6
4
6
6
60
Historically Black Colleges and Minority-Serving Institutions
0
0
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
3
Large Businesses
0
1
1
2
1
1
0
0
0
6
National Laboratories
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
Total
16
14
16
18
16
11
12
12
11
126
a NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, Annual Report (2nd; 1999-2000), Atlanta, Ga., 2000.
b Ibid.
c NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, Annual Report (3rd; 2000-2001), Atlanta, Ga., 2001.
d Ibid.
e NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, 5th Annual Report (2002-2003), Atlanta, Ga., 2003.
f NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, Annual Report (6th; 2003-2004), Atlanta, Ga., 2004.
g NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, 7th Annual Report (2004-2005), Atlanta, Ga., 2005.
h Ibid.
i NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, 9th Annual and Final Report (2006-2007), Atlanta, Ga., 2007.
FIGURE E-2 Percentage of awarded proposals by submission category for all Phase I solicitations during the life of NIAC.
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TABLE E-3 Number of Phase II Proposals Submitted to and Evaluated by NIAC
Category
CP99-01a
CP99-02b
CP00-01c
CP01-01d
CP02-01e
CP03-01f
CP05-02g
CP06-02h
Total
Universities
8
5
1
9
11
7
10
4
55
Small Disadvantaged Businesses
0
0
1
1
1
0
2
1
6
Small Businesses
6
9
16
6
6
6
2
8
59
Historically Black Colleges and Minority-Serving Institutions
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Large Businesses
0
1
1
2
1
1
1
0
7
National Laboratories
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
Total
16
15
19
18
19
14
15
13
129
a NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, Annual Report (2nd; 1999-2000), Atlanta, Ga., 2000.
b NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, Annual Report (3rd; 2000-2001), Atlanta, Ga., 2001.
c Ibid.
d NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, Annual Report (4th; 2001-2002) Atlanta, Ga., 2002.
e NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, Annual Report (6th; 2003-2004), Atlanta, Ga., 2004.
f Ibid, and NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, 7th Annual Report (2004-2005), Atlanta, Ga., 2005.
g Ibid (7th Annual).
h NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, 9th Annual and Final Report (2006-2007), Atlanta, Ga., 2007.
FIGURE E-3 Percentage of evaluated proposals by submission category for all Phase II solicitations during the life of NIAC.
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TABLE E-4 Number of Phase II Proposals Awarded
Category
CP99-01a
CP99-02b
CP00-01c
CP01-01d
CP02-01e
CP03-01f
CP05-02g
CP06-02h
Total
Universities
4
2
0
2
3
3
5
2
21
Small Disadvantaged Businesses
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
1
2
Small Businesses
1
2
4
2
2
2
0
1
14
Historically Black Colleges and Minority-Serving Institutions
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Large Businesses
0
1
1
1
0
0
0
1
4
National Laboratories
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
Total
6
5
5
5
6
5
5
5
42
a NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, Annual Report (2nd; 1999-2000), Atlanta, Ga., 2000.
b NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts Annual Report (3rd; 2000-2001), Atlanta, Ga., 2001.
c Ibid.
d NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, 5th Annual Report (2002-2003), Atlanta, Ga., 2003.
e NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, Annual Report (6th; 2003-2004), Atlanta, Ga., 2004.
f Ibid, and NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, 7th Annual Report (2004-2005), Atlanta, Ga., 2005.
g NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, 7th Annual Report (2004-2005), Atlanta, Ga., 2005.
h NASA Institute for Advanced Concepts, 9th Annual and Final Report (2006-2007) Atlanta, Ga., 2007.
FIGURE E-4 Percentage of awarded proposals by submission category for all Phase II solicitations
during the life of NIAC.