TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER OPPORTUNITY: Foot Pedal Controller (MSC-TOPS-52)
ID: T2P-JSC-00045Type: Special Notice
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA HEADQUARTERSWASHINGTON, DC, 20546, USA

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    Special Notice NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION is seeking companies interested in obtaining license rights to commercialize, manufacture, and market a foot pedal controller system. This system allows operators to control the movement of spacecraft, aircraft, and watercraft using only foot pedals, leaving the hands free for other equipment operation. The foot pedal controller integrates six articulating mechanisms and motion sensors, providing continuous positional feedback to the operator. Interested companies can submit a license application through NASA's Automated Technology Licensing Application System (ATLAS). This opportunity is part of NASA's Technology Transfer Program to promote public awareness of NASA-developed technology products and conduct market research for potential licensing opportunities. No follow-on procurement is expected from this notice.

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