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Completed TRL 2 (started at 1, targeting 4)
"Enhanced In Situ Sampling Capabilities with a Compact UV Laser System" explores the performance of a miniaturized and highly robust solid-state laser system that can support in situ sampling of planetary environments and small bodies coupled with mass spectrometric analysis and packaged in a flight-compatible housing.
A miniaturized, solid-state frequency-quadrupled Nd:YAG laser system will be tested for performance and mechnically packaged to support future mission-driven instrumentation.
Improved in situ sampling capabilities for planetary exploration.
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