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spinoff 2008

Table of Contents

Foreword

Introduction

50 Years of NASA-Derived Technologies

Executive Summary

NASA Technologies Benefiting Society
Robotics Offer Newfound Surgical Capabilities
Space Technology Hall of Fame icon
In-Line Filtration Improves Hygiene and Reduces Expense
 
Space Technology Hall of Fame icon
LED Device Illuminates New Path to Healing
R&D 100 Award icon
  Polymer Coats Leads on Implantable Medical Device
 
Lockable Knee Brace Speeds Rehabilitation
 
Robotic Joints Support Horses and Humans
R&D 100 Award icon
Space Technology Hall of Fame icon
Photorefraction Screens Millions for Vision Disorders
 
Periodontal Probe Improves Exams, Alleviates Pain
 
Magnetic Separator Enhances Treatment Possibilities
Transportation iconTransportation
 
Lithium Battery Power Delivers Electric Vehicles to Market
 
Advanced Control System Increases Helicopter Safety
 
Aerodynamics Research Revolutionizes Truck Design
 
Engineering Models Ease and Speed Prototyping
 
Software Performs Complex Design Analysis
Public Safety iconPublic Safety
 
Space Suit Technologies Protect Deep-Sea Divers
R&D 100 Award icon
Fiber Optic Sensing Monitors Strain and Reduces Costs
Polymer Fabric Protects Firefighters, Military, and Civilians
 
Advanced X-Ray Sources Ensure Safe Environments
Consumer, Home, and Recreation iconConsumer, Home, and Recreation
R&D 100 Award icon
Wireless Fluid-Level Measurement System Equips Boat Owners
 
Mars Cameras Make Panoramic Photography a Snap
 
Experiments Advance Gardening at Home and in Space
 
Space Age Swimsuit Reduces Drag, Breaks Records
R&D 100 Award icon
Immersive Photography Renders 360° Views
 
Historic Partnership Captures Our Imagination
 
Outboard Motor Maximizes Power and Dependability
 
Space Research Fortifies Nutrition Worldwide
 
Aerogels Insulate Missions and Consumer Products
Environmental and Agricultural Resources iconEnvironmental and Agricultural Resources
 
Computer Model Locates Environmental Hazards
R&D 100 Award icon
  Battery Technology Stores Clean Energy
 
Robots Explore the Farthest Reaches of Earth and Space
 
Portable Nanomesh Creates Safer Drinking Water
 
Innovative Stemless Valve Eliminates Emissions
 
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Web-Based Mapping Puts the World at Your Fingertips
 
Program Assists Satellite Designers
 
Water-Based Coating Simplifies Circuit Board Manufacturing
 
Software Schedules Missions, Aids Project Management
 
Software Analyzes Complex Systems in Real Time
 
Wireless Sensor Network Handles Image Data
 
Virtual Reality System Offers a Wide Perspective
 
Software Simulates Sight: Flat Panel Mura Detection
 
Inductive System Monitors Tasks
 
Mars Mapping Technology Brings Main Street to Life
 
Intelligent Memory Module Overcomes Harsh Environments
 
Integrated Circuit Chip Improves Network Efficiency
Industrial Productivity iconIndustrial Productivity
 
Novel Process Revolutionizes Welding Industry
 
Sensors Increase Productivity in Harsh Environments
 
Portable Device Analyzes Rocks and Minerals
 
NASA Design Strengthens Welds
R&D 100 Award icon
Polyimide Boosts High-Temperature Performance
    NASA Innovation Builds Better Nanotubes
 
Aeronautics and Space Activities
Education News
Partnership News
Innovative Partnerships Program
 
R&D 100 Award icon
Denotes that R&D 100 Magazine has awarded the technology with its R&D 100 Award.
Space Technology Hall of Fame icon
Indicates that the Space Foundation has inducted the technology into the Space Technology Hall of Fame.

See the list of all Spinoff award winners since publication began in 1976.

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