Low SWaP-C, Flight-Capable Distributed Fiber-Optic Sensing Platform

The firm proposes to perform studies related to size, weight, power, cost reduction, and ruggedizationnbsp;of a flight-capable, multi-parameter distributed fiber-optic sensing interrogator for testing advanced flight vehicles including those pertaining to NASArsquo;s Integrated Aviation Systems Program (IASP) Flight Demonstrations and Capabilities (FDC) project. The technology will aid understanding of flight / spaceflight structural dynamics, leading to improved simulation models and designs as well as to improved airframe structural integrity and safety. Improved quantity and quality of operational flight measurements together with improved models will help accelerate design iterations and enable future high-performance aircraft to operate in a more predictable, efficient, and safe manner.