Development of a COMPact Space weather Sensor payload (COMPASS)

We propose developing COMPASS, a compact space weather sensor suite integrating novel 3D-printed miniaturized science grade magnetometer technology for comprehensive Space Situational Awareness. The system provides critical measurements of particle fluxes, magnetic fields, and radiation while dramatically reducing SWaP enabling mass production through additive manufacturing techniques of conductive coils and ceramic structure. COMPASS targets deployment across commercial and government satellite constellations with direct infusion into the vLEO Tech Demo planned for CY26/CY27.

Develops COMPASS space weather sensor package with modular design for mass production; Consolidates multiple sensors into single system for dramatic cost reduction; Maintains science-grade measurement quality while enabling deployment across satellite constellations

This is a mature technology (TRL 7+) — the realistic path in is usually NASA's Technology Transfer Program: licensing an existing NASA patent, or a Space Act Agreement to use NASA facilities/expertise directly. NASA also runs a startup licensing program with no upfront fee for companies formed to commercialize a specific NASA technology.

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