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Software Architecture and Operations Infrastructure Testbed for V&V of Autonomous Systems

Completed TRL 3 (started at 1, targeting 3)

Description

Produce a modular architecture that will support how future autonomous missions will be operated allowing for V&V of system-level autonomy capabilities through execution of mission scenarios within a modernized HW/SW testbed

Benefits

Establishes an integrated software, hardware, and simulation framework to support a design and testing capability needed to verify the operational performance of autonomous flight and ground systems Foundational capability to address key recommendation of 2021 Operations of Autonomous Space Missions study citing an agency-level recommendation for adaptable testbeds for autonomy operations and V&V

Details

Technology areaAutonomous Systems > Engineering and Integrity
ProgramCenter Innovation Fund: JPL CIF (JPL CIF)
Lead organizationJet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, CA
Start date2021-10-01
End date2022-09-30

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