Short Title:
Atmospheric Pressure Plasma
Responsible HRP Element:
Space Human Factors and Habitability
Funding Status:
Active - Task currently funded
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Procurement Mechanism(s):
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| Small Business Innovation Research Phase II |
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Aims:
- To develop and evaluate a plasma reaction chamber prototype, with an optimized power supply and jet reactor, for fresh food sanitation.
- To demonstrate sanitation of up to two servings of fresh food in minutes with minimal effect on taste and texture.
- To develop operational procedures to ensure safe use of the NTSAPP.
- To evaluate the impact of the hardware on ISS resources.
Integration/Unique Aspects:
Category:
Technology
Subcategory:
System Solutions/Prototype Hardware
Description:
Plasma reaction chamber prototype with demonstration of key components, impact evaluation, and operational procedures.
Customer:
Vehicle/Mission Definition and Development Programs
Is there a signed Customer-Supplier Agreement?
No
Delivery Milestone:
4/30/2014