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State-of-the-Art of Small Spacecraft Technology

The objective of this report is to assess and provide an overview of the state of the art in small spacecraft technologies for mission designers, project managers, technologists, and students.

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Guidebooks

(Illustration) NASA's Cislunar Autonomous Positioning System Technology Operations and Navigation Experiment, or CAPSTONE, has finalized its orbit at the Moon and is now in the operational phase of its mission.

SST Guidebook for Technology Development Projects

The guidebook is a collection of recommended practices and ready references to expedite research and technology development projects. It offers guidance for efficiency, best practices and improved success based on SST and NASA experience and SST policies.

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Configuration Management Plan Instructional Guide

The Configuration Management Plan (CMP) instructional guide describes configuration management policies and requirements that may be used by any project.  A CMP template is provided.

Earth as seen by Apollo 17 in 1972

Orbital Debris Assessment Report & End of Mission Plan Instructional Guide

This plan is an instructional guide and template for the development of an Orbital Debris Assessment Report (ODAR). It includes the orbital debris mitigation requirements for spacecraft.

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