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Technology Transfer: A Contact SportTechnology transfer is a dynamic process, involving dynamic people as the bridge between NASA Langley Research Center and the outside world. This bridge, for nonaerospace applications, is known as the Technology Applications Group. The introduction of new innovations and expertise where they are needed occurs through a 'push' and 'pull' process. A 'push' occurs when a new technology is first developed with high commercial potential and then a company is found to licence or further develop the technology. The 'pull' process occurs through problem statements. A company or group will submit a written statement of what they need and the shortcomings of commercially available technology. The Technology Transfer Team (T3) reviews these problem statements and decides where NASA LaRC can offer assistance. A researcher or group of researchers are then identified who can help solve the problem and they are put in contact with the company. Depending upon the situation in either method, a Space Act Agreement (SAA), or outline of the responsibilities for each party, is developed.
Document ID
19970003104
Acquisition Source
Langley Research Center
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Paynter, Nina P.
(Swarthmore Coll. PA United States)
Date Acquired
August 17, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1995
Publication Information
Publication: Langley Aerospace Research Summer Scholars
Volume: Part 2
Subject Category
Urban Technology And Transportation
Accession Number
97N11869
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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