Satellites

Perform an astrodynamics evaluation of SpaceX software as a tool for enhancing space safety and sustainability.

Develop the Multi-Band, Multi-Mission, Digital Beamforming Phased Array Antenna System (DPAAS). NOAA will gain knowledge in the areas of architecture, implementation, integration, and operation of a DPAAS, while L3Harris will benefit through an expanded understanding of DPAAS operational mission applications.

Deploy a low-altitude weather radar network that has the potential to improve high-resolution monitoring of precipitation leading to flash-floods and the detection of tornadoes, hail, snow bands, microbursts, and mesoscale boundaries. Partners will assess the Climavision radar data quality and conduct due diligence of the radar network towards improving the accuracy and timeliness of existing operational severe weather and hydrology products.

Develop a prototype Data Collection System transmitter for inclusion on small satellites that can interface with NOAA’s Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites and EUMETSAT’s Meteosat system. This technology will support the NESDIS mission of gathering data to monitor and understand our dynamic planet.