Future Aerospace Platform Component Systems
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How can communication and navigation systems be improved in UAVs, cubesatellites, or even between platforms? (eg cubesat swarms connecting with UAVs)
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What digital imaging or camera breakthroughs are critical to new applications or extended use of future aerospace platforms? (eg higher/lower resolution, infrared, hyperspectral imaging, etc.)
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Suggested improvements for data collection and instantaneous/on-board data analysis? Improvements to data transmission (eg between vehicles or to ground/telemetry)
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What manufacturing methods are need for future platforms or to reduce costs (eg 3D printers to make customized UAVs)? How can manufacturing be more automated?
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What other types of platform monitoring will be useful, for example mobile applications?
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What breakthroughs will allow for smaller or more agile platforms (eg nanotechnology, flexible electronics, etc.)?
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Space vs. Aviation (overlapping technical challenges)
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New power and propulsion systems (eg all electric or hybrid propulsion systems)
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More efficient, durable, reliable component systems
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Re-usable spacecraft and in-space services (eg re-fueling, repairs or replacements in the field)
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New types of engines and propellants for exposure to extreme temperatures with re-firing capabilities and greater fuel efficiency