Research Projects
Researchers, engineers, and computer scientists from five NASA locations and several universities describe their findings over the past year on the pages listed below. Details from 39 projects—covering next-generation aviation, Earth science, space exploration, cosmic events, and much more—are featured, along with spectacular images and videos.
Supercomputers lead to all-electric plane designs
NASA researchers are collaborating to create a comprehensive aerodynamic database for a piloted simulator, airworthiness assessments, and safety analyses for this all-electric aircraft.Massive simulations help keep astronauts safe
Scientists and engineers across the agency are working to ensure the safety and success of the space exploration missions that will use the Space Launch System (SLS) and the Orion crew module.Drought and flood forecasts help responses to water and food security crises
Using computer models and observational data, scientists have created a tool that produces monthly drought and flood potential forecasts that help inform humanitarian responses.Simulations help scientists study impact of climate change
Scientists created realistic global simulations of the atmosphere and the ocean to help us understand our planet’s climate and weather.Simulations let you fly through our galaxy in virtual reality
Using models simulating the black hole and stars at the center of the Milky Way, researchers created a virtual reality app that lets you fly through the center of our galaxy.Innovations in computing are expanding research and improving collaboration
NASA’s key HPC facilities are expanding their capabilities with modular and cloud computing systems to expand research and improve collaboration for scientists and engineers around the world.