Research & Development

Quantum Scale Sensors used to Measure Planetary Scale Magnetic Fields

Magnetic fields are everywhere in our solar system. They originate from the Sun, planets, and moons, and are carried throughout interplanetary space by solar wind. This is precisely why magnetometers—devices used to measure magnetic fields—are flown on almost all missions in space to benefit the Earth, Planetary, and Heliophysics science communities, and ultimately enrich knowledge for all humankind. […]

Research & Development

Flexible Levitation on a Track (FLOAT): DARPA’s Magnetic Lunar Railway System

Northrop Grumman Corporation has been selected by DARPA to further develop the concept of building a moon-based railroad network … The envisioned lunar railroad network could transport humans, supplies and resources for commercial ventures across the lunar surface – contributing to a space economy for the United States and international partner […]