NASA 1996 SBIR Phase I

PROJECT TITLE : : Low-power, In-situ Oxygen Extraction/Separation Technology

TECHNICAL ABSTRACT (LIMIT 200 WORDS)

Oxygen extraction and separation is a critical technology for planetary missions and for a wide range of applications on earth. For NASA, the applications need require that the technology be (a) usable independent of gravity constraints, (b) highly reliable, (c) low in weight and volume, (d) require minimal power, and (e) be without any expendables. N R Corp. will develop and demonstrate that such a prototype can be engineered from nanostructured materials. Phase I will demonstrate the proof-of- concept of a miniaturized oxygen pump for extracting/separating oxygen from a variety of feeds. Phase II will optimize, integrate and implement prototype oxygen extraction/separation technology. Phase III will commercialize the technology.

The proposed innovation will enable NASA to utilize planetary materials to produce essential mission supporting/extending materials. The innovation will also enable reliable, high performance air revitalization for space crew safety and health. Primary spin-off commercial applications include air revitalization and oxygen generation systems for intensive medical care units, airlines, recreation and conference rooms, automobiles and industry.

Dr. Harry Hu
Nanomaterials Research Corporation
2849 East Elvira Rd
Tucson, AZ 85706-7126

N R Corp.
2849 East Elvira Rd
Tucson, AZ 85706-7126