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TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER LICENSING OPPORTUNITY: Enhanced Software Suite Maximizes Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) Methods (MSC-TOPS-34)
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NASA is offering licensing opportunities to companies interested in commercializing novel software developed at Johnson Space Center for enhanced post-processing of flash infrared thermography data. This technology suite significantly improves Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) methods used for assessing the integrity of structures across various industries. The tools are compatible with existing commercial IR thermography systems and provide both quantitative and qualitative analysis, enhancing the reliability and efficiency of detecting and characterizing flaws in composite and certain metallic hardware. The addition of Transient Thermography and Lock-in Thermography methods allows for faster detection on thicker parts and superior flaw resolution compared to traditional techniques, broadening the applicability and effectiveness of NDE assessments. Interested parties may obtain either exclusive or nonexclusive license rights, potentially tailored to specific fields of use, but NASA will not provide any funding with these licenses. Applicants are required to use the Automated Technology Licensing Application System (ATLAS) to express interest before the response deadline of July 17, 2026. Inquiries regarding the licensing or the technology can be sent to NASA’s Technology Transfer Program, and no procurement contracts will arise directly from this solicitation. This initiative aims to gauge market interest and promote wider public use of NASA-developed technologies.
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NASA’s Technology Transfer Program solicits inquiries from companies interested in obtaining license rights to commercialize, manufacture and market the following technology. License rights may be issued on an exclusive or nonexclusive basis and may include specific fields of use. NASA provides no funding in conjunction with these potential licenses.
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Researchers at NASA Johnson Space Center have developed novel techniques for post-processing of flash infrared (IR) thermography data, providing efficient and cost-effective enhancements to Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) of structures for numerous applications. Compatible with commercial IR thermography products, this suite of tools provides both quantitative and qualitative data analysis capabilities and reliable detection and characterization of anomalies in composite and some metallic hardware. By adding the Transient Thermography method, which is able to detect flaws on thicker parts faster than other methods, and the Lock-in Thermography method, which uses a sinusoidal power cycle to provide better flaw resolution, the Flash Thermography NDE Technology Suite has expanded its applicability to other commonly used infrared thermography techniques, enhancing operator accuracy and efficiency.
To express interest in this licensing opportunity, please submit a license application through NASA’s Automated Technology Licensing Application System (ATLAS) by visiting https://technology.nasa.gov/patent/MSC-TOPS-34
If you have any questions, please e-mail NASA’s Technology Transfer Program at contact@example.gov with the title of this Technology Transfer Opportunity as listed in this SAM.gov notice and your preferred contact information. For more information about licensing other NASA-developed technologies, please visit the NASA Technology Transfer Portal at https://technology.nasa.gov/.
These responses are provided to members of NASA’s Technology Transfer Program for the purpose of promoting public awareness of NASA-developed technology products, and conducting preliminary market research to determine public interest in and potential for future licensing opportunities. No follow-on procurement is expected to result from responses to this Notice.
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