October 2023

Laser Activity Board

Next Generation Science Standards Waves and their Applications in Technologies for Information Transfer (MS-PS4) Grades 5-8. Students strengthen their understanding of the electromagnetic spectrum, specifically lasers and their applications, through a series of math, writing, and graphing challenges.

Posted October 16, 2023

For Kids and Students

Money Mass-ematics

Common Core State Standards Ratios & Proportional Relations and Data Grades 7-8. Students review their knowledge of mathematics and unit conversion by occupying the role of a NASA resource analyst.

Posted October 16, 2023

For Kids and Students

Learning Resources

Lazer Maze

Posted October 16, 2023

White Sands Test Facility

Failure Analysis

Failure analysis determines what, why and how things went wrong when a component, system, or structure fails and is a valuable tool in the development of new products and the improvement of existing ones. Our multi-disciplined team has the expertise and in-house capabilities to determine the root cause of failures on a wide range […]

Posted October 15, 2023

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Certified Valve Repair Facility

Holding the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC) Certificate of Authorization and “VR” Symbol Stamp for the repair of pressure relief valves, our Valve Repair Facility ensures pressure relief valves are operating within the manufacturer’s specifications and to the customer’s expectations.Using gaseous nitrogen, we are capable of verifying flow cap

Posted October 15, 2023

White Sands Test Facility

Repair, Refurbishment, and Modification

Components can be refurbished as a cost effective alternative to the cost of new equipment.

Posted October 15, 2023

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Environmental Management

We take an active role in limiting our impacts on the environment and being responsible for the environmental quality of our community. Management support and grassroots efforts have helped to educate employees about environmental concerns, encourage our site’s involvement in sustainability activities, and embrace and implement employee ideas.

Posted October 14, 2023

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Propulsion Systems

Since the first rocket engine test in 1964, our facility has performed development and certification testing of space propulsion systems for manned and unmanned spacecraft.

Posted October 14, 2023

White Sands Test Facility

Oxygen Systems

Specializing in the study of oxygen compatibility in space, aircraft, medical, and industrial applications, we investigate the effects of increased oxygen concentration on the ignition and burning of materials and components to help ensure the safety of personnel and equipment.In systems or environments with higher oxygen content and/or pressure, m

Posted October 14, 2023

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Machining And Fabrication

White Sands Test Facility’s Machining and Fabrication craftsmen specialize in the prototype and production of parts used on the International Space Station, ground support equipment, and facility and test hardware. We combine high-end Computer Numerical Control (CNC) precision machining and welding with experienced personnel and advanced inspectio

Posted October 14, 2023