Efficient Thermal Insulation System for Space Transport

Triton Systems, Inc. and its partners propose to continue developing and demonstrating new low thermal conductivity materials for use as reusable thermal insulation at temperatures approaching 1,700°C. During Phase I, Triton designed, modeled, and demonstrated a flexible insulation solution for space transport that is application to temperatures reaching 1700°C.  In Phase II, we will extend the models, refine the insulation, scale production, and produce prototype flexible, low thermal conductivity insulation with the required physical/thermal properties. Further materials characterization will be performed to allow comparison to current materials utilized for the application and production will be scaled up to support fabrication of larger test articles.