Materials and Manufacturing Research and Collaboration with the Marshall Space Flight Center

A strong materials and manufacturing base is an essential element to enable sustained and affordable human and robotic space exploration. NASA requires development and implementation of advanced technologies from wide-ranging segments of materials and manufacturing to provide capabilities in areas such as propulsion, power, vehicle and habitat structures, optics, radiation protection, thermal protection, in-situ manufacturing, and information technologies. This presentation will explore the latest challenges, opportunities, initiatives, and developments aimed at addressing NASA technological needs.