DEVELOPMENT FOR TEST FACILITY IN ADVANCING HYDROGEN TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT FOR AERONAUTIC APPLICATIONS
ID: 80GRC025RFI0001Type: Special Notice
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONUS

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Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

SPACE R&D SVCS; SPACE FLIGHT, RESEARCH & SUPPORTING ACTIVITIES; R&D FACILITIES & MAJ EQUIP (AR15)

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https://sam.gov/opp/36fe7b6348df4d5fbb1dd593a709e9e5/view
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    NASA's Glenn Research Center is seeking input for the development of a Cryogenic Hydrogen Test Facility aimed at advancing hydrogen technology for aeronautic applications. The facility will enable safe testing of hydrogen-based systems and components, which are essential for future transportation innovations. This initiative is part of the Transformative Aeronautics Concepts Program, which focuses on promoting innovative aeronautics concepts while addressing technical and social challenges in aviation. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their feedback by February 21, 2025, to the primary contact, Ian C. Park, at ian.park@nasa.gov, or the secondary contact, Kevin Carroll, at kevin.m.carroll@nasa.gov.

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    80GRC025RFI0001 Cryogenics Testing Area.pdf
    NASA's Glenn Research Center has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather input on the development of a test facility for advancing hydrogen technology in aeronautics. The RFI seeks to assess the feasibility and collaboration potential for a Cryogenic Hydrogen Test Facility that would enable safe testing of hydrogen-based systems and components, which are critical for future transportation applications. The Transformative Aeronautics Concepts Program aims to promote innovative aeronautics concepts and address both technical and social challenges in aviation. The RFI specifically requests feedback on existing testing capabilities, necessary procedures for cryogenic hydrogen operations, design and operational limitations, and required materials and infrastructure for testing. It also inquires about expertise various organizations can contribute and opportunities for further collaboration, including workshops and training partnerships. NASA emphasizes that this RFI does not constitute a funding promise or a solicitation for proposals, but rather serves to inform future planning and gauge national interest in developing such a facility. Responses must be submitted by February 21, 2025, highlighting the importance of stakeholder engagement and collaborative efforts in advancing hydrogen technologies for aviation.
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