This talk presents the concept of "Distributed Spacecraft Mission (DSM)", its drivers, its challenges and its benefits to NASA future Science and Exploration missions. The presentation focuses on the technology challenges related to DSMs and particularly the needs for Trusted Autonomy and Onboard Processing; particular attention is given to a specific type of DSM, the Intelligent and Collaborative Constellation (ICC). Examples of DSM, ICC and Autonomy-related technologies being currently developed at NASA are being introduced.
Distributed Spacecraft Missions (DSM)
2019-10-08
Miscellaneous
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English