Technology Transfer

Space Technology Mission Directorate
Ames Research Center
Flight Opportunities Program
Technology
Technology Transfer
Using cutting-edge material licensed from NASA, a protective heat shield manufactured in-house by Varda Space Industries for the first time enabled one of its capsules to blaze through Earth’s atmosphere on Thursday, marking a significant milestone for the agency and America’s space industry.
Posted January 29, 2026
Spinoffs
Space Technology Mission Directorate
Technology
Technology Transfer
Technology Transfer & Spinoffs
As NASA fosters technologies needed to live and work farther away from home than ever before, the agency’s Technology Transfer program has the sole mission of getting those innovations into the hands of companies, entrepreneurs, and, ultimately, everyday people.
Posted January 26, 2026
Technology Transfer & Spinoffs
Ames Research Center
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Spinoffs
Technology Transfer
Air taxis and drones navigate different flight zones with NASA-inspired system
Posted November 17, 2025
Technology Transfer & Spinoffs
Spinoffs
Technology Transfer
Exploring AI in space bolsters analytics software used in finance, manufacturing, and industry.
Posted September 9, 2025
Technology Transfer & Spinoffs
Spinoffs
Technology Transfer
Consisting of 99% air, aerogel is the world’s lightest solid. This unique material has found purpose in several forms — from NASA missions to high fashion. Driven by the desire to create a 3D cloud, Greek artist Ioannis Michaloudis learned to use aerogel as an artistic medium. His journey spanning more than 25 years took […]
Posted June 9, 2025
Technology Transfer & Spinoffs
Spinoffs
Technology Transfer
Creators of the original antigravity treadmill continue to advance technology with new company.
Posted May 29, 2025
Aeronautics
Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate
Ames Research Center
Armstrong Flight Research Center
Glenn Research Center
Langley Research Center
Technology Transfer
Transformative Aeronautics Concepts Program
University Innovation
A team from South Dakota State University, with their project titled “Soil Testing and Plant Leaf Extraction Drone” took first place at the 2025 NASA Gateways to Blue Skies Competition, which challenged student teams to research aviation solutions to support U.S. agriculture.
Posted May 22, 2025
Technology
Technology Transfer
Technology Transfer & Spinoffs
When most people think of NASA, they picture rockets, astronauts, and the Moon. But behind the scenes, a group of inventors is quietly rewriting the rules of what’s possible — on Earth, in orbit, and beyond.
Posted May 9, 2025
Technology Transfer & Spinoffs
Spinoffs
Technology Transfer
Artificial intelligence lets machines communicate autonomously
Posted April 29, 2025
Technology Transfer & Spinoffs
Spinoffs
Technology Transfer
Nickel-hydrogen technology is safe, durable, and long-lasting – now it’s affordable too.
Posted April 24, 2025
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