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Biomedical applications of NASA technology.

D S Friedman1

  • 1National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD 20771.

Medical Design and Material
|January 9, 1991
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The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Technology Utilization (TU) Program transfers aerospace technology to various sectors. This technology transfer solves healthcare problems, benefiting society and boosting economic competitiveness.

Area of Science:

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Technology Transfer

Background:

  • The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) actively engages in technology transfer through its Technology Utilization (TU) Program.
  • The TU Program aims to leverage NASA's technological advancements for broader economic and societal benefits.
  • Aerospace technologies possess unique characteristics applicable to diverse fields, including healthcare.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the successful adaptation of aerospace technology for healthcare solutions.
  • To demonstrate the societal benefits derived from NASA's technology transfer initiatives.
  • To showcase the economic advantages of applying space technology in the health sector.

Main Methods:

  • Review of documented technology transfer cases from NASA.

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  • Analysis of specific examples where aerospace innovations addressed healthcare challenges.
  • Case study approach to illustrate the adaptation process.

    • Main Results:

    • Several aerospace technologies have been successfully repurposed to solve critical healthcare problems.
    • These adaptations have led to improvements in medical diagnostics, treatment, and patient care.
    • The application of space technology has enhanced U.S. economic competitiveness.

    Conclusions:

    • NASA's Technology Utilization Program effectively facilitates the transfer of aerospace innovations to the healthcare industry.
    • Aerospace technology offers significant potential for addressing complex health challenges.
    • Continued investment in technology transfer yields substantial societal and economic returns.