Current Programs and Projects
Ames’ Programs and Projects play a pivotal role in advancing the field of small spacecraft systems, facilitating rapid demonstration of promising technologies, providing data on thermal protection systems (TPS), and so much more.
Read MoreCurrent Studies
Ames spearheads special studies of varying topics to inform the design of payloads and spacecraft, understand target environments, and assess engineering feasibility, among others. These studies may take the form of focused working groups consisting of internal and external experts, surveys, and reports.
Read MorePast Programs and Projects
Ames has managed missions exploring our Moon – mapping of the surface composition of the Moon, studying the lunar exosphere and dust in the Moon’s vicinity, and confirming the presence of water at the southern pole. Missions discovering thousands of planets outside of our solar system, orbiting other stars, and missions exploring Venus, Jupiter, and Saturn.
Read MoreSpinSat / FRISBEE Workshop on Development of Science Requirements
The workshop will be held on Friday, March 8, 10:30AM to 4:30PM Pacific Time at NASA Ames Research in Building 288, Room 103A/B. Both in-person and virtual participation are welcome, but in-person is encouraged.
Learn More about SpinSat / FRISBEE Workshop on Development of Science Requirements