Rotation Detonation Rocket Engine (RDRE) TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT GROUP (TAG) MEETING

Rotation Detonation Rocket Engine (RDRE) TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT GROUP (TAG) MEETING

Background/Purpose:  NASA has released the Strategic Technology Framework "GO" Envisioned Future State with strategic technology priorities for In-Space Transportation. Under Advanced Propulsion, Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine (RDRE) technology development is enabling of supporting to the needs of future NASA and U.S. Stakeholder mission objectives. NASA is intending to perform a 2-day deep-dive on RDRE technology development paths to meet those future mission need by hosting a focused TAG meeting to discuss the future mission needs, identify notional technology development approaches to meet the future Key Performance parameters and outline a strategic investment approach RDRE Development. Findings and outcomes are anticipated to be released publicly afterwards.

Who is Eligible to Participate: RDRE TAG Meeting is open to any U.S. citizen in government, industry or academia with contributions to RDRE requirements and potential technology solutions.

Meeting Location:

• Huntsville, AL NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (Pending # of participants)
• Participants must RSVP no later than February 13, 2023 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time

RSVP must include: 

• Participant Name (First, Middle Initial, Last with Suffix, if appropriate)
• Institution
• Declaration of U.S. Citizenship
• RDRE focus area (e.g., Manufacturing, propulsion, engine class, testing, etc.)

After RSVP is received, you will receive additional meeting logistics information.

Key Dates:

• RSVP Date: February 13, 2023 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
• TAG Meeting: February 16 and 17, 2023
  • Assume 8:00AM Central Start Time on 2/16
  • Assume 12:30PM Central Completion Time on 2/17

NASA will NOT be providing resources for travel or associated costs with participation in the TAG.

This is NOT a commitment for RDRE technology development solicitation.

The RFI and future opportunities will exist for remote participation. Best efforts to facilitate the TAG meeting in a hybrid environment will be made. However, in person participation is highly encouraged.