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Improving NASA's Technology for Space Science (Chapter 4)
Pages 64-68

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From page 64...
... Furthermore, the ITP represents OAST's response to requested inputs, but does not reflect an agency-wide plan approved and backed by the NASA Administrator for the strategic REPORT MENU application of NASA's sizable resources throughout the agency dedicated NOTICE to aspects of technology development. MEMBERSHIP PREFACE With respect to technology for space science and applications, the EXECUTIVE SUMMARY weaknesses in the ITP lie in what is not there rather than what is.
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From page 65...
... While the Committee was often reminded that OSSA and OAST managers were determined to improve communications to ensure an effective development process, there were few examples of the actual science users and technology developers teaming to insure a favorable result. The process of technology development could be enhanced, in many cases, by increased interaction between developers, users, and researchers.
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From page 66...
... OAST, OSSA, and other NASA mission offices have completely independent technology development programs. While the Committee does not believe that these disparate activities should be consolidated, it does believe that technologists should be cognizant of related efforts sponsored by other NASA offices.
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From page 67...
... GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 1. The NASA Administrator or OAST Associate Administrator should act to establish a coordinating position with the clear responsibility to ensure cooperation between technology development efforts within different parts of NASA -- from early research through the various stages of technology development and readiness.
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From page 68...
... Each should consider the development of a plan for technology that is integrated with its Strategic Plan, consistent with its programs, and approved by its director. OSSA divisions should consider empowering existing advisory working groups for particular scientific areas to identify technology needs, and contribute to their evaluation by examining subsequent sets of consolidated division wide technology needs.
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